Kroger Buying Regional Grocer Giant Eagle; 197 Stores, 11 Pharmacies in 5 States

The Kroger Co is back in acquisition mode two years after its failed $25 bil merger with Albertsons. Co struck deal to acquire Giant Eagle supermarkets and pharmacies for $1.65 bil, it announced this morn. Giant Eagle does ~$9 bil in annual sales at its 197 supermarkets and 11...
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Publishing Info

  • Year: 2026
  • Volume: 28
  • Issue #: 142
  • Issue Date: 07/01/2026