Mar 18, 10:30 AM

Kroger Faces Multiple Lawsuits, Including C&S Wholesale Grocers, Over Failed $24.6 Billion Albertsons Acquisition and $32.4 Million in Legal Fees

Kroger is facing multiple lawsuits following its unsuccessful $24.6 billion bid to acquire Albertsons, which was ultimately called off in December 2024. C&S Wholesale Grocers has filed a lawsuit against Kroger in connection with this failed takeover. Additionally, Washington's attorney general announced that the state is entitled to recover $32.4 million in legal fees after prevailing in its lawsuit opposing Kroger's acquisition attempt. This includes nearly $10 million allocated for the assistance of the law firm Munger Tolles. The legal challenges against Kroger continue to mount as more entities join the fray, highlighting the contentious nature of the proposed merger.

#Kroger #Albertsons #Washington #Munger Tolles

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Phoenix Business Journal@phxbizjournal
2 years ago
Another lawsuit has been filed against the Fry's parent company regarding its failed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. https://t.co/fKffZtn03j
Puget Sound Business Journal@PSBJ
2 years ago
Another lawsuit has been filed against Kroger regarding its failed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. https://t.co/vd5Sxkrhv8
Enquirer@Enquirer
2 years ago
C&S Wholesale Grocers has filed a lawsuit against Kroger after the failed $25 billion takeover of rival Albertsons that was called off in December. https://t.co/yVkSiB1olH

Kroger Faces Multiple Lawsuits, Including C&S Wholesale Grocers, Over Failed $24.6 Billion Albertsons Acquisition and $32.4 Million in Legal Fees

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