Provi settles antitrust suit with Southern Glazer’s

Core Insights - Provi has resolved its federal antitrust case against Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, concluding litigation initiated in 2022 [1] - The settlement allows Provi's digital platform to serve as an approved channel for orders from Southern Glazer's distribution portfolio [1] Group 1: Legal Background - Provi filed a lawsuit in March 2022 against Southern Glazer's and Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) in the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, alleging unlawful competition practices [2] - The complaint accused the distributors of efforts to maintain or enhance their monopoly power in online alcohol markets, particularly regarding advertising and data analytics services [3] Group 2: Allegations Against Distributors - Provi claimed that Southern Glazer's and RNDC conspired to boycott the company by coercing retailers not to use Provi's platform [3] - Southern Glazer's was specifically accused of forcing retailers to use its own e-commerce marketplace for online sales [4] Group 3: Settlements and Future Plans - Provi reached a separate settlement with RNDC in July, which included plans for integration to allow retailers to place orders through Provi's online marketplace [4] - RNDC's CEO emphasized the importance of innovation and flexibility in serving the industry through the partnership with Provi [5] - Provi's CEO highlighted the commitment to improving the beverage alcohol space and enhancing connections within the industry [6]