US food giant Sysco strikes $29 billion deal for catering supplier Restaurant Depot - Reuters
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Sysco agreed to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29 billion, consolidating two major food distribution companies.
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The merger may reduce competition in food distribution, potentially affecting restaurant prices, grocery prices for small retailers, and food supply chain consolidation.
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Sysco, the largest food distributor in the United States, agreed to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29 billion in an all-cash deal. Jetro is a membership-based wholesale food supplier serving restaurants, small grocers, and other foodservice operators across North America. The acquisition consolidates two major players in food distribution and gives Sysco access to Jetro's customer base and supply chain infrastructure. The deal requires regulatory approval and is expected to close in 2026. The combination aims to enhance Sysco's competitive position in a fragmented market dominated by a handful of large distributors.
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The deal requires regulatory approval and is expected to close in 2026.
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