I wouldn't be surprised if there is a connection between the Illuminati and the control over all that we buy. For instance in this article look at the top 10 companies that owns most of the brands of what we all purchase: This Infographic Shows How Only 10 Companies Own All The World’s Food Brands.
International Level: Senior Politician / Political Participation: 173 17.3%
Public corporate necessary growth causes absorption of other companies to make the mega-corps we see today. Companies have a 'genetic' imperative to grow and reward investors regularly, which means survival of a corporate currently depends upon steady growth. Acquisition of other companies, diversification, expansion all are regular methods of company growth. It's not an Illuminati but a consequence of our current economic system.