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In the Matter of Shaw's Supermarkets, Inc.
FTC Matter/File Number
9910075
Docket Number
C-3934
Enforcement Type
Part 2 Consents
Case Summary
A consent order settled charges that Shaw's proposed acquisition of Star Markers, Inc. could eliminate supermarket competition and increase prices in the greater Boston metropolitan area. The consent order permits the acquisition and requires the divestiture of three Shaw supermarkets and seven Star markets in eight communities.