Claire Rush

Claire Rush

September 04, 2024 | The Recorder

Kroger CEO Tells Court Merger With Albertsons Would Lower Prices

The testimony of Albertsons CEO Vivek Sankaran and Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen was expected to mark a key moment in the hearing, as what they say under oath about prices, potential store closures and the impact on workers will likely be scrutinized in the years ahead if the merger goes through.

By Claire Rush and Dee-Ann Durbin/The Associated Press

4 minute read

August 27, 2024 | The Recorder

Kroger and Albertsons Defend Merger Plan in Federal Court Against US Regulators' Objections

In the three-week hearing that opened Monday, the FTC is seeking a preliminary injunction that would block the merger while its complaint goes before an in-house administrative law judge.

By Dee-Ann Durbin and Claire Rush/The Associated Press

5 minute read