Portland is the deciding ground for a potential merger of two very large U.S. grocery chains. Arguments in favor included a “very believable” threat by Kroger that if they aren’t allowed to merge, food prices will go up. Yes, because monopolies are famous for their generosity toward consumers, and competition definitely doesn’t drive prices down.
Grocery chains are bigger than ever. See who runs the stores near you.
The traditional supermarket industry has shrunk as big-name grocers acquired their smaller rivals. Here are the chains that dominate near you and across the U.S.
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