Kroger and C&S Wholesale Grocers Reach Friendly Settlement

The Kroger Co. has announced a settlement with C&S Wholesale Grocers regarding previously pending litigation between the parties in the Superior Court for the State of Delaware. All claims have been resolved.

“We are pleased to resolve the claims from C&S, and we look forward to a friendly relationship with them going forward,” said Ron Sargent, Chairman and CEO of Kroger. “Kroger remains focused on serving our customers and running great stores across the US.”

According to industry media, the lawsuit was filed by C&S over Kroger’s failed merger with Albertson’s.

The terms of the settlement are confidential.