The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced Monday it is conducting a study into the causes behind ongoing supply chain disruptions that could be leading to anticompetitive practices and consumer hardships.
As part of the agency’s study, nine large retailers, wholesalers, and consumer goods suppliers are being ordered to provide a wide range of information to help shed light on the issue. Requests are being sent to Walmart, Amazon, Kroger, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Associated Wholesale Grocers, McLane, Procter & Gamble, Tyson Foods, and Kraft Heinz. These companies have 45 days from the date they receive the FTC’s order to respond.
