Edeka hits back at criticism over Tegut grocery deal
By Anna Ferrari ( July 9, 2026, 14:11 GMT | Insight) -- Supermarket giant Edeka has rejected criticism of its planned acquisition of Tegut stores in Germany, arguing that the deal would safeguard jobs and food supply. But associations including Oxfam say that growing concentration has strengthened retailers' pricing power and leverage over suppliers. The case revives a long-running debate over consolidation in a market dominated by just a few large retailers.Edeka, the largest supermarket group in Germany, has hit back at criticism over its planned takeover of grocery chain Tegut, arguing that the deal would safeguard jobs and long-term local food supply....
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