 Kroger Co. KR, -3.15 said Tuesday it received a second request for information from the Federal Trade Commission as part of the regulatory review process for its merger with Albertsons Companies Inc. ACI, -0.10 , but it continues to expect to complete the deal by early 2024. We will continue to work cooperatively with the FTC as it conducts its review of the merger, including developing a thoughtful divestiture plan, the company said. 