Kroger’s Planned Merger

Kroger Finalizes $1.37 Billion Opioid Crisis Settlement

Kroger finalized a $1.37 billion settlement in connection with the grocery chain’s role in the U.S. opioid crisis, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford said.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Kroger, Trader Joe's foods are part of BrucePac meat recall for listeria

BrucePac recalled nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products used in popular products at Trader Joe's, Kroger and more.

Kroger and Walmart Deny ‘Surge Pricing’ After Adopting Digital Price Tags

Some members of Congress have expressed concerns that stores will monitor customers and raise prices. Business experts say the technology has not raised customers’ grocery bills.

Business - The New York Times - October 23

Kroger to pay nearly $1.4 billion to settle opioid lawsuit claims

Supermarket chain Kroger has finalized a nearly $1.4 billion agreement to settle the majority of the claims made by states, counties and Native American tribes that accused the company of helping ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Why European bank mergers are back on the table

Rising rates have boosted profits and policymakers want banks that can compete with US rivals. But many obstacles remain

Business - Financial Times - October 18

Frontier, Spirit Airlines Revive Merger Talks

The carriers have held early-stage deal discussions, as Spirit continues negotiations with bondholders over possible bankruptcy terms.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Tapestry-Capri Fashion Merger Is Blocked by Judge

The F.T.C. had sued to halt the merger of Tapestry, the parent of Coach and Kate Spade, and Capri, the owner of Versace and Michael Kors.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

Zaslav bullish on Trump allowing media mergers

David Zaslav, the chief executive of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), is signaling optimism that President-elect Trump's administration will create a good environment for potential media mergers. "We ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Microsoft Settles Lawsuit With Gamers Over Activision Blizzard Merger

When Microsoft announced its plans to buy Activision Blizzard in 2022 , it set off multiple lawsuits including a battle with the FTC that attempted to block the deal. Microsoft triumphed in that ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

Nippon Steel spends whopping $1.3M on lobbying amid merger threat

The Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel paid its primary lobbying firm $1.3 million during a dangerous period for its proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel over the summer. From July through September, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Frontier reportedly considering renewed merger talks with Spirit Airlines

More than two years after a merger deal fell apart, Frontier Airlines is considering another run at acquiring Spirit Airlines, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday night.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

Michael Kors owner Capri’s shares crater after $8.5bn merger blocked

Decision is a win for antitrust regulators who argued deal with Kate Spade owner Tapestry would strangle competition

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Merger between makers of Coach and Michael Kors handbags halted by judge

Merger between luxury handbag makers would reduce competition and hurt consumers, U.S. District judge says.

UK regulator paves way for £16.5bn Vodafone-Three merger

CMA signals support for deal as long as companies commit to delivering joint network plan and retaining certain mobile tariffs

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Price and 5G promises needed for Vodafone-Three merger, says regulator

It wants commitments on prices and 5G if the creation of the UK's biggest mobile network is to go ahead.

Kroger Says It Isn’t Doing Surge Pricing—So Why Are Customers So Upset?

More companies are testing new technologies that enable them to do dynamic pricing, even though customers hate it.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Rep. Rashida Tlaib accuses Kroger of using facial recognition for future surge pricing

The Michigan Democratic released a letter to Kroger on Wednesday accusing the grocery giant of using technology that could lead to price gouging.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Drake Maye became second QB ever to achieve this feat since NFL merger

Sunday's loss in London was a bad one for the Patriots, but rookie quarterback Drake Maye did make some NFL history (in a good way).

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Stock of Michael Kors owner Capri dives 45% after judge blocks merger with Tapestry

A federal judge on Thursday blocked Tapestry Inc.’s planned $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings, agreeing with regulators that the deal would hurt competition in the handbag industry.

Business - MarketWatch - October 25

Colts' Anthony Richardson has been most boom-or-bust quarterback since merger; will he turn it around?

Richardson was benched for Joe Flacco on Tuesday amid his early-season struggles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 29

Pringles, Cheez-It parent Kellanova marches on toward Mars merger with another profit beat

Kellanova beat profit expectations for a 15th straight quarter, ahead of its $36 billion merger with Mars.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

These countries have the most at stake as the U.S. heads to the polls

The world is watching the presidential election as voters go to the polls Tuesday, but the vote is more consequential for some countries than for others.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

British regulator says $19.5 billion Vodafone-Three merger could go ahead if remedies are adopted

Telecom firms Vodafone and Three's multibillion-pound merger could go ahead if the companies adopt proposed remedies from the U.K. competition regulator.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Zelensky's victory plan for Ukraine

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Zelensky's victory plan for Ukraine is here Ukrainian President ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Trump's big tariff plans

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story What Trump can do on tariffs without Congress Former President Trump is going all ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

UK savings plans overhauled with planned pension tax changes

Advisers race to rethink approach after Rachel Reeves pledges to bring retirement pots under inheritance levy regime

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Pakistan pitch plan a compliment to England

England should be flattered by Pakistan's pitch plan, but the second Test wasn't only decided at the toss, says Stephan Shemilt.

What to know about estate planning

A new survey shows the number of Americans with a will has decreased by 6% from last year, even though the majority say having a will is important. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger ...

Inside Donald Trump’s plans for the world

Also in today’s newsletter, the fallout from the former president’s closing argument and Democrats chip away at Wisconsin’s WOW counties

World - Financial Times - October 29

Child benefit reform plans scrapped

A planned move to a system where claims are based on household income, rather than an individual's, will not go ahead.

Fear, Imagining, and the State of the "Yzer-plan"

A month into the season, the Red Wings look to have regressed from last year's side that couldn't snag a playoff berth. As anxiety mounts, what is the path forward for the Yzerman era in Detroit?

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Harris expands economic plans with focus on Black men

Vice President Harris on Monday released an opportunity agenda for Black men, focusing on helping business owners, teachers, cryptocurrency investors, men with health conditions, and men in the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

An Escape Plan for the Browns Once They (Finally) Admit It’s Over

Another week, another depressing performance from the offense, followed by credibility-sapping assurances that Deshaun Watson remains QB1, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 14

Senegal Plans to Invest About $30.5 Billion In Development

World - Yahoo News - October 14

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