National supermarket chain Kroger (NYSE:KR)
appears to be running off the playbook that says strong companies
should leverage that strength to put even more distance between them and
their rivals. In buying Harris Teeter (Nasdaq:HTSI),
Kroger is not only buying a growing, high-quality grocery chain in the
Mid-Atlantic, but also positioning itself to take advantage of even more
leverage in purchasing, distribution, and logistics. Provided Kroger
doesn't interfere with what made Harris Teeter stand out from the crowd,
this looks like a deal with good long-term return prospects.
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