Kroger to acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65B, closing expected in 2027 pending antitrust review

Filed July 1, 2026 · Period ending June 30, 2026 · ~1 min read

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  Kroger agreed to acquire Giant Eagle, a five-state food and pharmacy retailer, for $1.65B ($1.25B cash plus $400M assumed liabilities), subject to customary purchase price adjustments.

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  Transaction expected to close in 2027 pending Hart-Scott-Rodino antitrust review. Kroger and Giant Eagle anticipate limited store divestitures to obtain regulatory clearance.

  Item 8.01 — Other Events verify on EDGAR →