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Mergers and acquisitions

CPG

Bolthouse Farms to Acquire Starbucks Juice Brand

 By Jonathan Maze on May 25, 2022

The purveyor of functionality-focused beverages (and carrots) said the acquisition of Starbucks' Evolution Fresh brand extends its commitment to offering "high-quality, nutrient-dense juices."

Retailers

South American Retail Conglomerate to Take Majority Stake in The Fresh Market

 By Christine LaFave Grace and Kristina Hurtig on May 11, 2022

Cencosud, with funds managed by an Apollo Global Management affiliate, will acquire a 67% stake in The Fresh Market Holdings, which operates 160 grocery stores in 22 states.

Retailers

C-Store Retailer Cubby’s Picks Up a Grocery Store

By Kristina Hurtig on May 06, 2022

With the acquisition of Brady’s Meats & Foods in Fremont, Neb., Cubby’s now has seven supermarkets under its belt. "Grocery is an important category for us as we grow the company," COO Mike Wilson said.

Retailers

Chicago's Tony's Fresh Market Acquired by Apollo Global Management

By Diane Adam on Apr. 21, 2022

The grocery retailer has been family-owned and operated since its founding more than 40 years ago, and the founding family will partner with Apollo, both in management roles and as shareholders, going forward.

Technology

What's Next for Grubhub? Parent Company Explores a Sale of the Business

By Joe Guszkowski on Apr. 21, 2022

Grubhub's order volumes and transaction values were down 5% year over year in the first quarter, and an activist investor has been urging the business' sale to a major online grocery player.

Industry Partners

IRI to Merge With NPD Group

By Steve Holtz on Apr. 07, 2022

Data firms will combine CPG, general merchandise, foodservice and food consumption data capabilities.

Retailers

Save Mart Has a New Owner

By Diane Adam on Mar. 28, 2022

Kingswood Capital Management LP, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, has acquired the Modesto, Calif.-based grocer.

Fresh Food

M&A in Indoor Ag: Local Bounti Buys Pete's for $122.5 Million

By Christine LaFave Grace on Mar. 16, 2022

Pete's has retail distribution in more than 10,000 stores in 35 states and Canada, including Albertsons, Kroger, Target, Walmart, as well as Whole Foods and AmazonFresh locations.

Retailers

What Are Albertsons' Strategic Needs?

By Diane Adam on Mar. 01, 2022

Sylvain Perrier, president and CEO of Mercatus, says it's a smart time for Albertsons to review what could be cut, what should be kept and where to invest further.

Retailers

Albertsons Says It's Reviewing Strategic Alternatives

By Christine LaFave Grace on Feb. 28, 2022

The parent of Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco and other popular regional banners said its strategic review will include responding to inquiries.

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