The proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons, the two largest supermarket chains, is under scrutiny by federal regulators who fear it could lead to higher grocery prices. The companies argue they need to merge to compete with national giants like Walmart and Costco.
The merger is worth $25 billion and has received over 100,000 public comments.
Regulators argue the merger would reduce competition and lead to higher prices.
The companies claim they will lower prices and compete with national chains like Walmart and Costco.
Arguments over food prices are central to efforts to halt a 25 billion dollar grocery store merger. A rare and deadly mosquito borne illness has public parks in Massachusetts shut down at dusk. The Israel-Lebanon border is calm for now and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)