Federal Trade Commission sues to block merger of Mariano’s and Jewel parent companies
Eight states joined the FTC in attempting to block a massive grocery merger, which would affect Jewel-Osco and Mariano’s stores.
The FTC cited concerns that the merger of Kroger and Albertsons, the parent companies of Mariano’s and Jewel-Osco respectively, would lessen competition and increase prices for consumers. Additionally, there are concerns that the merger would affect worker’s ability to seek higher wages and better benefits.
Reset learns more about how this lawsuit might affect the grocery shopping experience for Illinois shoppers.
GUESTS: Alina Selyukh, business correspondent, NPR
Ashok Selvam, editor, Eater Chicago
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Federal Trade Commission sues to block merger of Mariano’s and Jewel parent companies
Eight states joined the FTC in attempting to block a massive grocery merger, which would affect Jewel-Osco and Mariano’s stores.
The FTC cited concerns that the merger of Kroger and Albertsons, the parent companies of Mariano’s and Jewel-Osco respectively, would lessen competition and increase prices for consumers. Additionally, there are concerns that the merger would affect worker’s ability to seek higher wages and better benefits.
Reset learns more about how this lawsuit might affect the grocery shopping experience for Illinois shoppers.
GUESTS: Alina Selyukh, business correspondent, NPR
Ashok Selvam, editor, Eater Chicago
More From
Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons