Good news it seems the bad deal is on hold due to lawsuits and other opposition.  Kroger cant manage the stores they have just have to listen to customers complaining.   Krogers record quart earnings are at the expense of fully staffing stores to maximize customer service.   They cut hours in stores for one purpose management and executive bonuses.  When the deal fails you will likely see two things happen.  One executive management will jump ship once the losses show up.   Two hours in stores will be cut even more so they dont lose bonuses.