Albertsons alleges Kroger tried to divest unprofitable stores during the failed merger, according to a review of recently unsealed court filings.
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G7 Leaders Commit to Diversify Energy Supply Routes Away From Strait of Hormuz
G7 nations agreed to accelerate diversification of energy supply routes and increase energy stocks to reduce Strait of Hormuz vulnerability.
South Korea Fines Coupang $408 Million for Data Breach Affecting Millions
The South Korean data protection commission levied a record fine on e-commerce giant Coupang for exposing personal data from millions of accounts.
G7 Leaders Discuss China’s Record Trade Surplus and ‘Second China Shock’
G7 members debated how to address China’s growing dominance in high-value industries, with France framing it as a second China economic shock.
Kuwait Reopens Airspace to Commercial Flights After Iran War Disruption
Kuwait has reopened its airspace to commercial aviation after a temporary closure triggered by Iranian attacks in the broader region.
US Retail Sales Rose 0.9% in May — Beating Expectations Ahead of Fed Meeting
May retail sales data exceeded forecasts, rising 0.9% month-on-month and signalling consumer resilience ahead of a critical FOMC meeting.
Saba Capital Wins Board Seats at Impax Environmental Markets After Shareholder Vote
Saba Capital’s four independent nominees were elected to the Impax board with approximately 71% of votes cast in favour at a contested meeting.
Kevin Warsh Leads His First Fed Meeting as Chairman With No Rate Change Expected
New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh chairs his inaugural FOMC meeting as inflation hits its highest level in more than three years.
Lidl Launches Loyalty Program With Points-Based Rewards and Member Pricing
The discount supermarket chain has introduced a rewards scheme allowing shoppers to earn points for free products and personalised coupons.
Oil Prices Fall Sharply as US-Iran Deal Opens Way for Immediate Oil Sales
Iran will be allowed to begin selling oil immediately under the peace agreement, triggering a significant drop in global crude prices.