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Sysco merger threatens independent restaurant sourcing leverage

May 30, 2026
Sysco merger threatens independent restaurant sourcing leverage

Sysco merger threatens independent restaurant sourcing leverage. 71% of independents report serious closure risk; merger closes soon.

93% of operators cited rising food and supply costs as a challenge and 76% reported declining traffic.

Review your Restaurant Depot and Sysco pricing options now before the proposed $29.1B merger closes and reduces your competitive sourcing leverage.

Source: restaurantbusinessonline.com