Roundy’s Inc. Archives - MMR: Mass Market Retailers

Kroger readies concept store

January 11, 2016 by MMR Bob Mariano, CEO, chief executive officer, Gig Harbor, Kroger Co., Kroger’s chairman, Main & Vine format, president, Rodney McMullen, Roundy’s Inc., Wash. 2016, Issue 01-11-2016, Issues

CINCINNATI — Kroger Co. next month will debut a culinary-focused concept store outside Seattle. The Main & Vine format, opening in Gig Harbor, Wash., will emphasize produce, food preparation advice and high-quality ready-to-eat meals. The store will also feature an expanded selection of organic products. It will offer “fresh, affordable” local produce and meat, and

More consolidation

November 30, 2015 by MMR Bob Mariano, CEO, chairman, chief executive officer, Kroger Co., president, Rodney McMullen, Roundy’s Inc., Willis Stein & Partners 2015, Issue 11-30-2015, Issues

CINCINNATI – Kroger Co. has agreed to buy 151-store Roundy’s Inc. for some $800 million, including debt. Kroger will purchase all outstanding shares of Roundy’s for $3.60 per share, a premium of about 65% to its closing price on November 10. The deal, which is expected to close by year-end, was unanimously approved by the