STORY-TRÅD·industri

France’s Supermarket Sector Enters a New Phase of Consolidation

PARIS — France’s highly competitive supermarket sector is entering a new phase of consolidation after competition authorities cleared a deal involving 167 Auchan supermarkets and hypermarkets that will transfer to Intermarché or Netto banners. The transaction marks a significant reshaping of France’s grocery retail landscape, strengthening the position of the...