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Mergers and acquisitions

Technology

Walmart Acquiring Online Ad Platform

 By Jon Springer on Apr. 12, 2019

The deal for Polymorph Labs will provide an efficient and measurable platform for ad buyers and more precision for consumers, officials say.

Retailers

Why We Chose Ahold Delhaize as Our 2019 Grocery Business of the Year

 By Meg Major on Apr. 10, 2019

Ahold Delhaize’s excellent adventure has been driven by a blend of exceptional top leaders and an energized base of thousands of dedicated associates companywide.

Retailers

2019 Grocery Business of the Year: Ahold Delhaize USA

By Jon Springer on Apr. 08, 2019

Food retail mergers rarely turn out as imagined, but that hasn’t been the case at Ahold Delhaize USA, where a unique structure, distinct brands and just a little bit of friction is proving to be a winning combination and a timely springboard for innovation and investment.

CPG

Kellogg Divests Keebler Cookies, Related Businesses to Ferrero

By WGB Staff on Apr. 01, 2019

The cash transaction to sell its cookies and snacks division to Nutella and Tic Tac parent is valued at $1.3 billion and is set to close in July.

Retailers

Walmart’s U.K. Unit Makes Case for Sainsbury Deal

By Jon Springer on Mar. 19, 2019

Amid intense regulator scrutiny, Asda and Sainsbury’s promise to lower post-merger prices and cap gas margins in addition to divesting stores.

Retailers

Kroger Says Goodbye to Turkey Hill Brand

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Mar. 19, 2019

The beverage and dairy line was sold to a Peak Rock Capital affiliate.

Retailers

Price Chopper Parent Still Seeking Investors

By Jon Springer on Mar. 18, 2019

In a recent speaking event, Golub Corp. Chairman Neil Golub highlighted a need for partners in a consolidating industry.

Retailers

CEO John Standley to Depart Rite Aid Amid Shakeup

By Jon Springer on Mar. 13, 2019

The drugstore operator is eliminating 400 corporate positions in wake of scuttled Albertsons deal.

Retailers

U.K. Regulators Strike a Blow to Walmart's Asda Deal

By Jon Springer on Feb. 20, 2019

The competition concerns signal "worst possible outcome" for merger and follow an unwelcome regulatory surprise in India.

Retailers

Pathmark Readies a Brooklyn Encore

By Jon Springer on Feb. 14, 2019

The onetime New York City stalwart is returning under Allegiance marketing at a former Pathmark site.

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