Albert Operator Buys Tesco in Czechia and Slovakia ↗
Front page leadThe operator of Albert stores, Ahold, is acquiring Tesco's operations in Czechia and Slovakia for approximately 41.4 billion Czech crowns, including lease obligations.
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The operator of Albert stores, Ahold, is acquiring Tesco's operations in Czechia and Slovakia for approximately 41.4 billion Czech crowns, including lease obligations.
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