FTC sues largest US wine and spirits distributor, saying it discriminates against smaller stores
- The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits for illegal price discrimination favoring large chain buyers over smaller stores.
- Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits is the largest U.S. Distributor of wine and spirits and generated about $26 billion in revenues in 2023.
- The lawsuit specifically addresses discrimination against neighborhood grocery stores, convenience stores, and independent liquor stores.
- The Federal Trade Commission announced the lawsuit on Thursday, highlighting the unfair advantage given to larger retailers like Costco and Kroger.
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