The Federal Trade Commission reached a settlement on October 2, 2026, with Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits LLC over pricing practices the agency said illegally favored large chain retailers at the expense of smaller businesses.
Southern Glazer's is the largest wine and spirits distributor in the United States, the FTC said. ABC News also reported on the alleged illegal price discrimination, with both outlets describing the practices as targeting small businesses.
Under the settlement terms, the FTC said small businesses should find it easier to compete against large chain retailers. Shoppers at local retailers are also expected to gain greater access to wine and spirits at lower prices, the agency said.