FTC to Take Legal Action Against Major Alcohol Distributor for 'Secret Kickbacks'

Wednesday, 5 June 2024, 16:04

The Federal Trade Commission is gearing up for a legal battle with Southern Glazer's, the largest alcohol distributor in the U.S. with $26 billion in revenue. The FTC is set to accuse the company of engaging in 'secret kickbacks' to benefit large retail clients. This potential lawsuit could have significant implications for the alcohol distribution industry as a whole.

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FTC Prepares Legal Action

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is getting ready to sue Southern Glazer's, the largest alcohol distributor in the U.S. with $26 billion in revenue.

Allegations of 'Secret Kickbacks'

The FTC is expected to claim that the company provided undisclosed incentives to big retail customers, a practice known as 'secret kickbacks'.

This legal battle could have far-reaching consequences for the industry, impacting both distributors and retailers.

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