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Proposed Kroger-Albertsons Merger Could Affect 100s Of Stores In North Texas
"I don't like that because Kroger's is less expensive than Albertsons and Tom Thumb," said Madeline Harris.
October 15, 2022
On Friday morning, the Albertsons and Kroger grocery store chains announced their intent to complete a $24.6 billion merger that could affect hundreds of stores in the Metroplex.
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In a recorded video message, Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen sells the merger as a win for consumers, touting fresher affordable food faster and offering customers more choices. He also mentioned increasing wages and benefits to workers.
But some shoppers aren't sold. "I don't like that because Kroger's is less expensive than Albertsons and Tom Thumb," said Madeline Harris.
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