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Albertsons and Kroger to Call Ex-CEOs to Testify Over Failed Deal - Mon, 19 Oct 2026 PST

Almost two years after they failed to complete the largest US grocery chain merger ever, Albertsons Cos. and Kroger Co. are set to take their legal fight before a judge in a case that could have implications for any large deals that face antitrust scrutiny from regulators.

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Spokane Spokesman-Review· Oct 19, 11:00 AMAlbertsons and Kroger to Call Ex-CEOs to Testify Over Failed Deal - Mon, 19 Oct 2026 PST

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Albertsons and Kroger to Call Ex-CEOs to Testify Over Failed Deal - Mon, 19 Oct 2026 PST – KnowGov