Economic Downturn Increases Possibility of Merger Between Super de Boer And Schuitema

The second and fourth largest supermarket operators in the Netherlands are reportedly in talks to set up a joint venture to buy goods. The reported deal, between Schuitema and Super de Boer, would improve both firms' buying power and could pave the way for a full-scale merger. The importance of securing the best possible deals from suppliers has increased now that the economic environment has started to deteriorate and consumers are becoming more price

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