The Federal Trade Commission finalized a consent order that resolves antitrust concerns surrounding Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc.’s (ACT) $1.57 billion acquisition of 270 retail fuel outlets from grocery store chain Giant Eagle, Inc. (Giant Eagle). ACT currently operates more than 7,100 stores in the United States, primarily under the Circle K brand. The FTC’s action helps to preserve competition between gas stations and keep fuel prices in check.

The final consent order requires ACT to divest 35 retail gasoline and diesel fuel stations to Majors Management, LLC. These divestitures address the FTC’s allegations that ACT’s acquisition of retail fuel outlets from Giant Eagle will harm competition and lead to higher fuel costs for consumers in Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Following a public comment period, the Commission voted 2-0 to approve the final order.

FTC Finalizes Consent Order for ACT's Acquisition of Giant Eagle Fuel Outlets

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a consent order regarding Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (ACT) and its $1.57 billion acquisition of 270 retail fuel outlets from Giant Eagle, Inc. This decision aims to resolve antitrust concerns and maintain competition in the fuel market.

ACT, which operates over 7,100 stores in the U.S. primarily under the Circle K brand, is required to divest 35 retail gasoline and diesel fuel stations to Majors Management, LLC. This divestiture is a response to the FTC's concerns that the acquisition could harm competition and lead to increased fuel prices for consumers in Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

After a public comment period, the Commission voted 2-0 to approve the final consent order, reinforcing the FTC's commitment to preserving competition in the retail fuel sector.



FTC Finalizes Consent Order for ACT's Acquisition of Giant Eagle Fuel Outlets

The Federal Trade Commission has approved a consent order addressing antitrust issues related to Alimentation Couche-Tard's acquisition of fuel outlets from Giant Eagle, ensuring competition in the fuel market.