FTC tries to block Kroger-Albertsons merger — RetailWire.com

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The Federal Trade Commission is working to stop the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons:

Kroger and Albertsons, both heavily reliant on unionized labor, argue that merging would enhance their competitiveness against non-union rivals like Walmart, Amazon, and Costco. However, critics fear that this consolidation could eliminate crucial competition in the grocery sector, leading to increased prices and job losses.

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