Louisiana stores purchased with South Korean partner
Currently in NYC, pilot will expand to other cities next year
CPG industry legend played key role in merger
U.S. sales, margins experienced growth
Deal expected to close in December
Locations are reportedly close to existing supermarkets run by grocer
Amazon ownership could question smaller-format concept's future
Newly merged company moves to open more stores, expand to new markets
Bankruptcy auction sees grocer staying under local control
Transaction could adversely affect wages, employment
Will operate as one of the nation's largest Hispanic grocers
Deal to help reshape center store via healthier products
