Merge with Kroger? The owner of Giant and Stop & Shop doesn’t say no. - MarketWatch

1. Bernstein's analyst suggests a merger between Ahold Delhaize and Kroger. 2. Ahold Delhaize CEO shows openness to inorganic expansion opportunities. 3. Ahold Delhaize reported 1.4% U.S. comparable-store sales growth. 4. Kroger's $25 billion acquisition of Albertsons was previously blocked by the FTC. 5. Ahold Delhaize aims for mid-to-high single-digit earnings growth with stable margins.