Patrick Thomas
WSJ's agriculture reporter. He investigates Cal-Maine and the reasons behind the high egg prices.
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May 22, 2025 • 20min
Eggs Are Still Expensive. Is This Company to Blame?
In this engaging discussion, Patrick Thomas, WSJ's agriculture reporter, dives into the controversy surrounding Cal-Maine, the major player in the U.S. egg market. With soaring egg prices linked to a national shortage and bird flu, many blame the company for profiting during this crisis. Thomas reveals insights from a visit to their production facilities, examining their biosecurity measures and ethical concerns over price gouging. The podcast also discusses ongoing investigations into their pricing strategies amid public outrage and market dynamics.
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Dec 12, 2024 • 19min
The Biggest Supermarket Merger That Wasn’t
WSJ reporter Patrick Thomas, who covers the Kroger-Albertsons merger trial, delves into the dramatic fallout from a recent legal ruling that blocked a $20 billion merger attempt. He discusses the surprising conflicts between the two supermarket giants, including Albertsons' lawsuit against Kroger. The conversation highlights antitrust concerns and competition challenges posed by industry titans like Walmart and Amazon, painting a vivid picture of the current and future landscape of the grocery business.
