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"This is one of the most ill-advised deals I've ever heard," Jim Cramer said, after The Wall Street Journal reported Cigna and Humana were discussing a merger.
Kroger reported operating profit of $912 million; EPS of 88 cents.
A reported tie-up of Cigna and Humana would face harsh scrutiny from the Biden administration.
While Cigna has been rebuffed for acquisitions in the past due to antitrust concerns, experts say a potential deal between the two private payers has some legs this time.
Attorney General Kris Mayes filed suit Monday against manufacturers and distributors of insulin accusing them of conspiring to raise prices and keep them high.