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A supermarket beef, a quantum leap, and Christmas trees for cheap

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Dramatic Fallout of a Failed Supermarket Merger

This chapter delves into the aftermath of the unsuccessful merger between grocery giants Albertsons and Kroger, focusing on the $600 million breakup fee amid legal disputes. The episode highlights the escalating tensions as Albertsons blames Kroger for failing to obtain regulatory approval, shifting the narrative from a hopeful partnership to a contentious lawsuit.

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