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Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended November 30, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 of $0.15 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on February 7, 2025, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on January 24, 2025.

Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), today announced the launch of an API that will enable advertisers to integrate Albertsons Cos. campaign performance data into their own measurement models for analysis. Complementing these efforts, Albertsons Media Collective is partnering with TransUnion to offer its advertisers TruAudience® marketing mix modeling (MMM) measurement to unlock ease and efficiency in comparing performance across retailers and channels.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) today launched its 3rd Annual Albertsons Companies Innovation Launchpad competition in search of emerging and innovative brands representing food, beverage and pet products. Independent food brands between $3 million and $10 million in net retail sales are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to compete live at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, California, on March 4.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended November 30, 2024, before the market opens on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. ACI will host a conference call that day at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference call will be available at the following address by accessing the "Events & Presentations" link included therein:

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (“Albertsons”) today filed a lawsuit against The Kroger Co. NYSE: KRNYSEKR)

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today announced it has exercised its right to terminate its merger agreement with Kroger after the U.S. District Court in Oregon and the King County Superior Court for the State of Washington issued injunctions with respect to the proposed merger on December 10, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today announced that effective October 24, 2024, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) has elected Jim Donald as the sole independent Chair of the Board.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended September 7, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the third quarter of fiscal 2024 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on November 8, 2024, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 28, 2024.

Following a recall initiated by Fresh Creative Foods, a division of Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc., Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled 12 types of ReadyMeals and store-made deli items, supplied by Fresh Creative Foods, due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall was initiated because these products contain a recalled ready-to-eat chicken ingredient supplied by BrucePac of Durant, Okla., which was found to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes during routine tests by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). You can find the FSIS recall notice here.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, which ended September 7, 2024, before the market opens on October 15, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced the launch of Bee Lightly, the newest addition to the company’s Own Brands wine portfolio, distinguished by its unique flat bottle design crafted from 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET). This innovative approach to wine packaging marks a first in the U.S. market, underscoring a commitment to recycled packaging solutions without compromising on the quality and flavor of wine that customers expect. With 91-point ratings from The Tasting Panel*, both the 2022 Bee Lightly Chardonnay and the 2023 Bee Lightly Rosé were developed with shoppers in mind, offering acclaimed French wines that are affordable and create a delightful experience with every sip.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, announces the recipients of this year’s Nourishing Neighbors Innovation Spark Grants. Three innovative nonprofit organizations will receive $9 million in multiyear grants to support new programs designed to create long-term solutions and empower individuals and families to achieve lasting food security. Nourishing Neighbors is a charitable program of Albertsons Companies Foundation, and this is the second year the program has awarded Innovation Spark Grants designed to move people out of food insecurity.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. [NYSE: ACI], in collaboration with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, today announced the Million Hour Volunteer Rally to help neighbors in need. Customers, associates and partners are invited to join the company’s Nourishing Neighbors charitable program on the mission to end hunger by collectively contributing one million volunteer hours to various nonprofit organizations across the country. Now through Oct. 31, customers who volunteer and record their hours during this campaign will have the opportunity to win a grand prize of free groceries for a year and a $5,000 donation to a local hunger relief nonprofit. Additionally, 10 runners-up will receive $500 in groceries and a $500 donation to a local hunger-focused charity*.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today introduced its newest Own Brand, Overjoyed, marking the company’s first major private label debut in recent years. Designed to inspire and elevate every occasion, Overjoyed offers shoppers a curated selection of colorful and tasty products including cupcakes, candles and liners; cookies; chocolatey trail mixes; cheesecakes and sprinkles. An extension of Overjoyed, Overjoyed Boutique™ features decorative vases, candles and seasonal gifts to make every day sparkle. Overjoyed and Overjoyed Boutique™ are available now in Albertsons Cos. stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME and Shaw’s.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. [NYSE: ACI] pharmacies are now offering the latest monovalent mRNA COVID vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna along with the annual flu vaccine, in anticipation of a challenging flu and COVID-19 season, as forecasted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) has received a top score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index®, making the company one of the 2024 Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities. The Disability Equality Index is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended June 15, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the second quarter of fiscal 2024 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on August 9, 2024, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 26, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, which ended June 15, 2024, before the market opens on July 23, 2024.

Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), today debuted Collective TV, a solution that unlocks the combined value of retail media and TV, providing advertisers with a modern currency for targeting, measuring and optimizing campaigns across streaming, digital video and soon linear TV.

The Albertsons Companies Foundation today announced the launch of a new collective effort focused on addressing childhood hunger this summer. By bringing together a coalition of leading nonprofit organizations, the first-of-its-kind initiative aims to drive awareness and boost participation in the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer for Children Program (Summer EBT), also known as SUN Bucks.

This month, Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, celebrates 10 years and $297 million raised for its Nourishing Neighbors charitable program dedicated to fighting hunger. In celebration of this achievement, the Foundation is announcing today, Nourishing Neighbors Day, that the company’s private label brand, O Organics, is donating $7 million, and the equivalent of 28 million meals, for the second year in a row to the program. This donation will fund grants dedicated to providing healthy meals for at-risk youth throughout the summer and after school hours, and the Nourishing Neighbors program will award an additional $30,000 in grants, $1,000 a day throughout June, to nonprofits in a social media contest.

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Albertsons Companies announced today that the retailer was voted the ‘People’s Voice’ winner for best shopping and retail app in the 28th annual Webby Awards. Over the last year, Albertsons Cos. has been updating and redesigning its mobile app to create a fast and easy digital shopping experience. Winning this award underscores the investment and progress made in 2023 to the retailer’s digital and omnichannel capabilities.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 and full year fiscal 2023, which ended February 24, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the first quarter of fiscal 2024 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on May 10, 2024, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on April 26, 2024.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) continues to transform its customer shopping experience and deepen customer relationships announcing today a new, simplified loyalty program providing more value and ease than ever for the retailer’s 38 million* loyalty members. Available now, the award-winning for U™ loyalty program is better than ever with a single points-based system, double the time to earn points and a new automatic cash off option for more convenient savings, among other benefits. The program retains all the benefits customers love with exciting enhancements to celebrate their loyalty and create customers for life.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023, which ended February 24, 2024, before the market opens on April 22, 2024.

Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled five ReadyMeals and store-made taco kits supplied by Fresh Creative Foods due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The select meals and kits contain a recalled cheese ingredient supplied by Rizo-López Foods, Inc., of Modesto, California.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) today announced its annual application process for diverse-owned suppliers. As part of the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, the Albertsons Cos. Supplier Diversity Program is designed to discover, support and give diverse-owned suppliers the opportunity to expand their business with Albertsons Cos. and its stores.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced the launch of its newest Own Brand innovation, the Signature SELECT Mix + Match meal solution. Designed to save customers time both in the store and in the kitchen, this new line of frozen entrees, sides and veggies cook together in one standard oven at 375 degrees for about 35 minutes. Available now at 1,900 Albertsons Cos. stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME and Shaw’s, this customizable meal solution feeds a family of four at a great value.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2023, which ended December 2, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on February 9, 2024 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on January 26, 2024.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) today launched its 2nd Annual Albertsons Cos. Innovation Launchpad competition. After a successful event last year, the grocer is once again in search of emerging brands representing food, beverage and pet products. Independent specialty and natural food brands between $2 million and $8 million in net retail sales are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to compete live at the Natural Products Expo West in California on March 12. The award ceremony will be held on March 13.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2023, which ended December 2, 2023, before the market opens on January 9, 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) announced today that Sarah Mensah and Lisa Gray have been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). The Company’s board has now expanded to 11 members.

Safeway, the leading banner operated by Albertsons Companies [NYSE: ACI], has partnered with avid philanthropist and top digital creator MrBeast, AKA Jimmy Donaldson, on the latest challenge to hit the popular YouTube channel. Available to watch now, the “Survive in a Grocery Store” video shows MrBeast challenging a contestant to see how many days he can live inside a Safeway grocery store. Every day the man remains in the store, he wins $10,000 but there’s a catch. He must choose $10,000 worth of products to donate to local charities each day as well.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2023, which ended September 9, 2023.

During the month of September, Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, raised nearly $6 million through customer donations made at the register to support community organizations committed to connecting qualified individuals with existing federal meal programs. Grants will be awarded through the company’s Nourishing Neighbors charitable program this month to help those in need sign up for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Women Infants and Children (WIC). This fundraising campaign underscores the company’s support of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health and its goal to help 50,000 eligible neighbors enroll in SNAP and WIC benefits in 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the third quarter of fiscal 2023 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on November 14, 2023 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 31, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2023, which ended September 9, 2023, before the market opens on October 17, 2023.

As cases of influenza and respiratory illness are expected to rise across the country, more than 1,700 Albertsons Companies [NYSE: ACI] pharmacy locations across Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb and more, are equipped to begin administering the latest monovalent mRNA COVID vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, the annual flu vaccine, and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine, which is now approved for adults ages 60 and up.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today unveiled the latest digital enhancements to its shoppable Meal Plans and Recipes tool available within the retailer’s grocery apps and websites, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, ACME and Tom Thumb banners. Designed to provide customers with culinary inspiration throughout the week while saving time and money, the meal plan feature includes a budget tracker, an expanded library of more than 8,000 exclusive recipes, shoppable ingredient lists and hands-free cooking mode with step-by-step timer.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced the launch of its Flash grocery service, allowing customers to receive their DriveUp & Go™ and delivery orders in as little as 30 minutes. Available now at more than 2,000 locations, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, ACME and Tom Thumb banner stores, this service further expands the retailer’s digital leadership and commitment to providing customers fast, convenient grocery essentials without compromising on quality.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting the company’s ESG progress and reaffirming its commitments to fight food insecurity in local communities and embed sustainability practices across its operations.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) is excited to share the latest digital enhancement to its Sincerely Health platform, a nutrition insights tool that measures grocery purchases based on the serving recommendations of USDA’s MyPlate guidance. The “Nutrition” functionality within the Sincerely Health experience empowers customers to make informed food choices based on their dietary preferences, household size and age group.

Safeway and Albertsons today announce the launch of Vine & Cellar, a collection of expertly curated wines available online, shipped directly to customer homes. Available now exclusively in California, Vine & Cellar boasts an expanded assortment of wine varietals and global wine regions.

Albertsons Companies [NYSE: ACI] today announced that it earned a 100 on the Disability Equality Index (DEI), securing the designation as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.”

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the first quarter of fiscal 2023, which ended June 17, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the second quarter of fiscal 2023 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on August 10, 2023 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 26, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2023, which ended June 17, 2023, before the market opens on July 25, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced the launch of its O Organics “Fight Hunger, Serve Hope” initiative to combat hunger during the summer months when households with school-aged children face higher rates of food insecurity. Now through Aug. 1, the company’s private label brand will donate one meal for every O Organics product purchased, up to $7 million and the equivalent of 28 million meals. Donations will be made to Nourishing Neighbors, a program of Albertsons Companies Foundation, to fund grants dedicated to providing healthy meals for at-risk youth throughout the summer.

Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), today is sharing a preliminary framework to standardize specifications, methodologies, terminology and disclosures across retail media networks, which is available in a new whitepaper. At Cannes Lions, Albertsons Media Collective is hosting a critical discussion on the topic – Transforming Retail Media Through Standardization – alongside leaders from Omnicom Media Group, Pinterest and R3.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI), along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, is amplifying its commitment to fight hunger by declaring June 6 as Nourishing Neighbors Day. To mark the occasion, the Foundation is also announcing the recipients of three multiyear Nourishing Neighbors Spark Grants totaling $9 million to nonprofit organizations that are spearheading innovative programs designed to create long-term solutions for moving people out of food insecurity.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) announced today that it will rebrand its Signature Farms®, Signature Care™ and Signature Cafe® products under one master brand, Signature SELECT, which features a refreshed, modern logo, bold packaging and a new marketing campaign designed to build an emotional connection with customers. The transition to Signature SELECT is currently underway across stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s and more, and is expected to be complete in early 2024.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced that Tom Moriarty will join the Company as Executive Vice President and General Counsel effective June 5, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announces a unique collaboration with Apple to bring activity data from Apple Watch and iPhone to the Sincerely Health digital health and wellness platform. Customers who wear Apple Watch Series 3 or later can now choose to share their activity data with their Sincerely Health account and earn up to 75 points daily for closing all three Activity rings: Move, Exercise and Stand. Customers who do not have an Apple Watch can connect their iPhone with iOS 16 through the Fitness app and earn up to 25 points each day for closing their Move ring.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 and full year fiscal 2022, which ended February 25, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on May 10, 2023 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on April 26, 2023.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today shared that its O Organics brand is celebrating its growth and evolution with vibrant new packaging designed to stand out, taking a fresh and unexpected approach to marketing an organic brand. To kick off this bright and vibrant redesign, the private label brand is designating April as Organic Breakfast Month and encouraging customers to share their favorite breakfast routine on social media using #WakeUpOrganic as O Organics aims to become the go-to brand for Gen Z and young millennials.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) announced today that it has partnered with global financial services technology leader FIS, which represents supplemental health benefits administrators including Fresh Connect, PayForward and WEX™ that utilize its technology payment platform. Additionally, Albertsons Cos. is entering into a partnership to accept benefit cards from Soda Health, which works to improve health equity by tailoring benefits based on individual needs. Customers with FIS and Soda Health-integrated benefit cards will now be able to make purchases on eligible food and health items at Albertsons Cos. banner stores including Safeway, Albertsons, Jewel-Osco, Vons, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb and ACME.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022, which ended February 25, 2023, before the market opens on April 11, 2023.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) introduced today the redesign of its Open Nature brand as the company strives to become the brand of choice for those health-conscious shoppers seeking a more balanced lifestyle. Open Nature, which is part of Albertsons Cos. Own Brands portfolio, provides shoppers with tasty foods made with thoughtfully chosen ingredients that are free from unnecessary additives. As customers explore easier ways to make balanced food choices, Open Nature offers a range of new products, flavors and categories to choose from at an affordable price.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced the launch of Sincerely, Food – an omnichannel marketing campaign celebrating the company’s purpose to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. The campaign – told from the perspective of what food sees – is designed to boost awareness and drive positive perception of the grocer’s strengths in high-quality fresh produce, meats and seasonal ingredients, and to build a more emotional connection between customers and their local Albertsons Cos. banner.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced the pricing of its private offering of $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.50% senior notes due 2028 (the “Notes”). The Company and its subsidiaries, Safeway Inc., New Albertsons L.P., Albertson’s LLC and Albertsons Safeway LLC, will be co-issuers of the Notes. The offering is expected to close on or about February 13, 2023, subject to customary closing conditions.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) today announced the launch of Sincerely Health, a digital health and wellness platform that is now accessible on 16 of its banners’ grocery app and websites* including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Shaw’s, Jewel-Osco, Acme, Tom Thumb and more. Backed by science, Sincerely Health is designed to help improve lives by connecting, educating, encouraging and rewarding customers on their health and wellness journey so they can make informed choices regarding food, physical activity, sleep and mindfulness.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its intention to offer $750 million in aggregate principal amount of new senior notes due 2028 (the “Notes”). The Company and its subsidiaries, Safeway Inc., New Albertsons L.P., Albertson's LLC and Albertsons Safeway LLC, will be co-issuers of the Notes.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced that the payment date for its previously announced $6.85 per common share Special Dividend (the “Special Dividend”), originally scheduled to be paid November 7, 2022, is now going to be paid on January 20, 2023 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 24, 2022.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (“Albertsons Cos.” or “the Company”) today announced that the State of Washington’s Supreme Court has denied a motion by the Attorney General of the State of Washington to hear an appeal from the trial court’s denial of its request to enjoin the Company from paying its previously announced $6.85 per common share Special Dividend (the “Special Dividend”), originally scheduled to be paid November 7, 2022.

Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) today announced its first Albertsons Cos. Innovation Launchpad competition in search of small and independent brands representing emerging food, beverage and pet products. With this competition, Albertsons Cos. is giving new, innovative businesses the opportunity to apply and compete live at the Natural Products Expo West in California on Mar. 8.

As part of its commitment to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, Albertsons Companies (NYSEACI) today announced its annual application process for certified diverse-owned suppliers. The program is designed to identify and support diverse-owned suppliers looking to grow their business with Albertsons Cos. and its stores.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the "Company") today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2022, which ended December 3, 2022.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSEACI) (the “Company”) today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 of $0.12 per share of common stock. The cash dividend is payable on February 10, 2023 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on January 26, 2023.