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Metro acquires Jean Coutu Group

MONTREAL — Just days after confirming talks about a potential deal, Metro Inc. and the Jean Coutu Group have agreed to merge. The acquisition of Coutu by Metro Inc. will establish a $16 billion food and drug retailer with 1,307 stores in Quebec, Ontario and New Brunswick. Metro has agreed to purchase Coutu for $24.50