US: Wal-Mart, Kroger "bidders" for Hostess assets
By Michelle Russell | 14 December 2012
US retailers Wal-Mart Stores and Kroger are understood to be one of a number of bidders for the assets of US baker and Twinkies owner Hostess Brands.
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US retailers Wal-Mart Stores and Kroger are understood to be one of a number of bidders for the assets of US baker and Twinkies owner Hostess Brands.
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