Kroger and C&S Wholesale Grocers Reach Friendly Settlement
August 11, 2025 | 3 min to read
The Kroger Co. has reached a settlement with C&S Wholesale Grocers, resolving all claims from pending litigation in the Superior Court for the State of Delaware. Chairman and CEO Ron Sargent expressed satisfaction with the resolution, highlighting a commitment to maintain a positive relationship with C&S while focusing on serving customers nationwide. The specific terms of the settlement remain confidential. Kroger emphasizes its purpose to “Feed the Human Spirit™” through its services.
CINCINNATI — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announced a settlement with C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC, 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 U.S.”
The terms of the settlement are confidential.
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