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Tech investor disagrees with 'failure' prediction for Mamdani's grocery stores
Published 4 August 2026 ยท finance
Venture capitalist David Friedberg predicts New York City's subsidized grocery stores will succeed initially. These government-backed stores will offer significant discounts, drawing large customer numbers
Venture capitalist David Friedberg predicts New York City's subsidized grocery stores will succeed initially. These government-backed stores will offer significant discounts, drawing large customer numbers.
Friedberg warns of long-term economic strains and taxpayer burdens from these initiatives. Industry leaders criticize the plan, questioning its viability against private grocers. Critics also
fear market distortions and pressure on smaller food businesses.