The Kroger Co. (KR)
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- symbol KR
- Rev/Share 224.771
- Book/Share 10.7466
- PB 5.8775
- Debt/Equity 3.5784
- CurrentRatio 0.8777
- ROIC 0.0422
- MktCap 41874636785.0
- FreeCF/Share 3.4321
- PFCF 18.6275
- PE 52.4581
- Debt/Assets 0.4899
- DivYield 0.0212
- ROE 0.0941
- Rating C
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | KR | Deutsche Bank | Hold | Buy | -- | $75 | Jan. 8, 2026 |
| Reiterated | KR | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Outperform | $82 | $80 | Dec. 5, 2025 |
| Upgrade | KR | Roth Capital | Neutral | Buy | -- | $75 | Sept. 17, 2025 |
| Downgrade | KR | JP Morgan | Overweight | Neutral | -- | $75 | Aug. 20, 2025 |
| Initiation | KR | Barclays | -- | Equal Weight | -- | $75 | July 21, 2025 |
| Reiterated | KR | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Outperform | $73 | $82 | June 23, 2025 |
| Upgrade | KR | Melius | Sell | Hold | -- | $70 | May 20, 2025 |
| Downgrade | KR | Melius | Hold | Sell | -- | $58 | April 1, 2025 |
| Resumed | KR | Goldman | -- | Buy | -- | $70 | Feb. 4, 2025 |
| Resumed | KR | Citigroup | -- | Neutral | -- | $61 | Jan. 24, 2025 |
News
Kroger Health Reaches New Milestone in Prescription Drug Safety Program
Published: January 15, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
CINCINNATI, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced it has supported more than 250,000 students in completing the company's drug safety program for high school students, Prescription Drug Safety: Know the truth. Support for this program is part of Kroger Health's ongoing commitment to helping people live healthier lives by raising awareness about the safe use, storage and disposal of prescription medications.
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Kroger Teams With Uber as Food Prices Pressure Consumers
Published: January 15, 2026 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive
Uber and its associated apps have launched a partnership with grocery chain Kroger. The collaboration adds nearly 2,700 Kroger-owned stores to Uber, Uber Eats and Postmates, letting customers around the country shop and order same-day delivery, the companies announced in a Thursday (Jan. 15) news release.
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2 Supermarket Stocks Positioned to Navigate Industry Challenges
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
The Zacks Retail - Supermarkets industry faces cautious consumers and higher costs, but Walmart and Kroger leverage scale, omnichannel strength and diversified revenues to adapt and drive long-term growth.
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Kroger (KR) is a Top-Ranked Value Stock: Should You Buy?
Published: January 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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As a Concerned Warren Buffett Exits, His 4 Safest Dividend Stocks Are 2026 Gems
Published: January 08, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
If any investor has stood the test of time, it is Warren Buffett. For years, the so-called Oracle of Omaha has had a rock-star-like presence in the investing world, and his annual Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
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Kroger Unveils Customer's 2025 Yearly Checkout
Published: January 07, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Customers can access household annual savings in retailer's Yearly Checkout feature CINCINNATI, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared that customers saved billions through discounts, promotions and everyday savings throughout 2025. With the Yearly Checkout feature, customers can view a personalized summary of their annual savings, shopping habits and grocery preferences.
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The Kroger Catalyst: $2 Billion Reasons to Buy
Published: December 31, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive
As the calendar turns from 2025 to 2026, investors are scanning the horizon for stability. The high-growth tech sector rallies of the past year are showing signs of fatigue, and economic forecasts for 2026 remain mixed.
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These 3 Consumer Stocks Just Authorized Big-Time Buyback Programs
Published: December 29, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Neutral
Three consumer goods stocks recently announced significant share repurchase authorizations, and all three now have buyback capacity equal to 5% or more of their market capitalization.
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Kroger's stock may not seem so hot to investors, but the grocer keeps buying
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral
Kroger boosts its stock buyback program, just as the shares are in danger of having their worst month in three years.
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Albertsons: Failed Kroger Deal Fallout Creates An Attractive Entry Point
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Albertsons Companies is rated a Buy, supported by robust cash flows, digital/pharma expansion, and a major cost-savings program amid competitive and macro headwinds. ACI trades at sector-low valuation multiples, with a ~3.5% dividend yield and a massive buyback program that was recently accelerated and extended. Private-label penetration is targeted to rise to 30%, driving margin improvements and reinforcing ACI's competitive positioning.
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Murray's Cheese Holiday Must-Haves
Published: December 10, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Bring holiday cheer with delicious gifts, entertaining ideas and award-winning cheeses at Kroger CINCINNATI , Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and Murray's Cheese are spreading holiday cheer through joyful, cheese-centric experiences. With show-stopping platters, inventive new flavors and beloved holiday recipes, customers can turn every gathering into something memorable—unlocking endless possibilities for inspired, delicious entertaining.
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Kroger Named to Computerworld 2026 List of Best Places to Work in IT
Published: December 09, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
CINCINNATI , Dec. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced it has been named to Foundry's Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT. This year's recognition marks the eighth consecutive year Kroger's associates have been recognized by Computerworld for their innovative and industry-leading workplace culture.
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Kroger Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates, E-Commerce Sales Jump 17%
Published: December 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KR's Q3 results benefit from a 17% e-commerce increase and a strong performance by premium brands.
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Gulf Coast Commercial Group, Nexus Real Estate Co. Partner to Develop Kroger-Anchored Shopping Center in Fate
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
FATE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Davidson Bogel Real Estate (“DB2RE”) is pleased to announce a new retail shopping center anchored by The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) in Fate, Texas. Houston-based real estate developer, Gulf Coast Commercial Group, partnered with Nexus Real Estate Co. to purchase the land. The 70 acre property is located east of Lake Ray Hubbard, in Fate, a booming community between Royse City and Rockwall. Another large, retail anchor user is proposed as part of the project, which is su.
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Top Stock Movers Now: Meta, Dollar General, Kroger, and More
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral
Major U.S. equities indexes wavered between gains and losses Thursday afternoon, as tech stocks climbed but consumer staples stocks lost ground. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged 0.1% lower in recent trading, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq ticked up 0.1%.
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The Kroger Co. (KR) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
The Kroger Co. (KR) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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Kroger: This Time I Disagree With The Strategy (Rating Downgrade)
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative
Kroger's Q3 results missed top-line estimates, triggering a sharp sell-off while peers like Dollar General soared. We dig into the data to understand why the retailer's momentum has suddenly taken a hit. Management is aggressively repurchasing shares, but with leverage rising and interest costs doubling, investors must ask whether this is financial engineering or a deeper structural growth problem. With guidance narrowed to the low end and multiples compressing, I revisit my investment thesis to explain why I am changing my rating.
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Jobless Claims Puzzlingly Light, Lowest in 3 Years
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
The current weakness in the labor market may be due to letting retirees' jobs expire, or pink slips accompanied by longer-term severance payments.
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Kroger posts quarterly loss as costs rise
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Kroger Co (NYSE:KR, XETRA:KOG) swung to a quarterly loss in the third quarter as rising expenses weighed on results, despite modest growth in core sales. The US grocery giant reported earnings per share of $1.05, slightly above analysts' expectations of $1.04, while revenue fell short at $33.9 billion, below the $34.2 billion estimate.
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Kroger (KR) Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Kroger (KR) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.05 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.04 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.98 per share a year ago.
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Kroger's Earnings Are Coming. Affordability Is Key for the Grocer—and Consumers.
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Neutral
While grocery sales are stable, shoppers remain sensitive to prices and seek discounted items. That could impact earnings.
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Kroger Stock Volatile Ahead of Q3 Earnings
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Grocery powerhouse Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) is down 1.4% to trade at $66.61 this afternoon, as investors gear up for the company's third-quarter results, due out before the open Thursday.
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Unwrap Exclusive Deals During Kroger's 12 Merry Days Savings Event
Published: December 01, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Starting December 3, clip a hot new deal each day CINCINNATI , Dec. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the return of its popular '12 Merry Days of Deals' savings event. From December 3 through December 14, customers can unlock a new deal each day and redeem offers through December 16.
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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Kroger (KR) have what it takes?
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Ocado dealt 'dreadful blow' as Kroger closes three robot warehouses
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Ocado Group PLC (LSE:OCDO) shares slumped over 19% to 174p, around lows last seen over a decade ago, after US grocery client Kroger said it would shut down three of the warehouses that rely on the online grocery supplier's technology. Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) announced that it will close three operating customer fulfilment centres, in Frederick, Maryland; Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin; and Groveland, Florida by January.
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Kroger Expands Partnerships with DoorDash, UberEats, Instacart
Published: November 18, 2025 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Neutral
Kroger said it will book a $2.6 billion charge as it closes some automated facilities and said it expanded partnerships with DoorDash, UberEats and Instacart.
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Ocado to get $250 million from Kroger's planned closure of some automated facilities
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
British online supermarket and technology group Ocado said on Tuesday it will receive more than $250 million in compensation after U.S. partner Kroger said it plans to close three jointly operated automated fulfilment centres.
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Kroger Evolves eCommerce Offerings to Improve the Customer Experience, Drive Profitable Sales Growth
Published: November 18, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Expects to improve eCommerce profitability by approximately $400 million in 2026 Expands relationships with Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats to reach new customers in as little as 30 minutes Announces closure of certain automated facilities CINCINNATI , Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced updates to its eCommerce plan, resulting in a differentiated and simplified customer experience, new households shopping at Kroger, and immediate eCommerce profitability improvements. Kroger expects these updates to have a positive effect to eCommerce operating profit of approximately $400 million in 2026.
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Here's Why Kroger (KR) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Persephone Biosciences Announces Topline Results from AMBROSIA Food as Medicine Study with Kroger Health
Published: November 13, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
- AMBROSIA is the largest study to evaluate the impact of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) on diet quality and the gut microbiome, with 546 participants enrolled - - Topline results from the study identified three enterotypes, one of which was associated with increased BMI and poorer diet, and demonstrated that MNT can successfully improve microbiome composition and enable patients to switch enterotypes - - The U.S.-based study was run in collaboration with Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co - SAN DIEGO, Nov. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Persephone Biosciences , a pioneering biotech company focused on unlocking …
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About The Kroger Co. (KR)
- IPO Date 1977-01-02
- Website https://www.thekrogerco.com
- Industry Grocery Stores
- CEO Ronald L. Sargent
- Employees 409000