[AI generated] Albertsons Companies Inc. is one of the largest American grocery corporations, founded by Joe Albertson in 1939. It operates stores across 34 states under 20 well-known banners including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, and Carrs. It remains a leader in the supermarket industry, offering grocery products, pharmacy services, and specialty food products.