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- symbol KR
- Rev/Share 222.6848
- Book/Share 13.497
- PB 4.9998
- Debt/Equity 2.8282
- CurrentRatio 0.9483
- ROIC 0.0959
- MktCap 44641253120.0
- FreeCF/Share 2.7939
- PFCF 24.2089
- PE 17.2458
- Debt/Assets 0.4734
- DivYield 0.0194
- ROE 0.2425
- Rating B
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 3
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Upgrade | KR | Jefferies | Hold | Buy | $54 | $73 | Dec. 3, 2024 |
| Downgrade | KR | BMO Capital Markets | Outperform | Market Perform | -- | $60 | Dec. 3, 2024 |
| Initiation | KR | Exane BNP Paribas | -- | Neutral | -- | $56 | Oct. 18, 2024 |
News
Market Eagerly Awaits Inflation Reports
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Market Eagerly Awaits Inflation Reports.
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Countdown to Kroger (KR) Q2 Earnings: Wall Street Forecasts for Key Metrics
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of Kroger (KR) for the quarter ended July 2025 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.
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Now Trending at Kroger: Autumn Beauty Routine Shake Up
Published: September 03, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer shares upcoming beauty trends and highlights new items hitting the shelves CINCINNATI , Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, is sharing the season's most anticipated fall beauty trends with a lineup of new wellness, beauty and makeup products hitting the aisles.
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Here's Why I Expect Kroger's Quarterly Results To Be Good
Published: September 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Consumers are shifting into value mode, eating out less and prioritizing cost savings, which benefits grocers like Kroger. Kroger's valuation is reasonable, with a PE ratio below sector median, stable EPS growth, and a solid track record of beating earnings expectations. Recent reports from Walmart and Dollar General support the thesis of increased value-seeking behavior, suggesting Kroger will see similar sales growth.
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Kroger: The Lull In Price Offers A Buying Opportunity
Published: September 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Despite recent underperformance and declining profits, Kroger remains undervalued both absolutely and relative to peers, justifying my continued "Buy" rating. Revenue softness is mainly due to volatile fuel sales, while core retail and e-commerce sales show resilience and growth. Management's guidance and analyst forecasts suggest modest improvement ahead, with upcoming earnings as a key catalyst to watch.
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Kroger (KR) May Find a Bottom Soon, Here's Why You Should Buy the Stock Now
Published: September 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Kroger (KR) appears to have found support after losing some value lately, as indicated by the formation of a hammer chart. In addition to this technical chart pattern, strong agreement among Wall Street analysts in revising earnings estimates higher enhances the stock's potential for a turnaround in the near term.
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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?
Published: August 27, 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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Kroger layoffs: Why the grocery giant is axing 1,000 corporate workers as it closes dozens of stores
Published: August 27, 2025 by: Fast Company
Sentiment: Negative
It's not just the tech industry that is being battered by mass layoffs this year. Grocery store giant The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is reportedly cutting nearly 1,000 jobs from its corporate workforce.
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Kroger (KR) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
The latest trading day saw Kroger (KR) settling at $68.99, representing a -1.64% change from its previous close.
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If a Recession Comes, 4 High-Yield Warren Buffett Stocks Are Safe Havens
Published: August 25, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
If any investor has stood the test of time, it is Warren Buffett, and with good reason.
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Will Kroger (KR) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Kroger (KR) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
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Is The Kroger Co. (KR) Outperforming Other Retail-Wholesale Stocks This Year?
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Here is how Kroger (KR) and SharkNinja, Inc. (SN) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Now
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Finding stocks expected to beat quarterly earnings estimates becomes an easier task with our Zacks Earnings ESP.
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Kroger Announces All-New Champion Chip Collection to Kick Off Football Season
Published: August 20, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Available for a limited time, the Kroger Brand Champion Chip Collection transforms three iconic game day appetizers into crunchy, craveable potato chip flavors. CINCINNATI , Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is kicking off football season with its all-new, limited-time Kroger Brand Champion Chip Collection.
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Brokers Suggest Investing in Kroger (KR): Read This Before Placing a Bet
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?
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Kroger and C&S Wholesale Grocers Reach Friendly Settlement
Published: August 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
CINCINNATI , Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced a settlement with C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC, regarding previously pending litigation between the parties in the Superior Court for the State of Delaware. All claims have been resolved.
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Make Dinnertime Fresh Together
Published: August 05, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer brings the family together in the kitchen CINCINNATI , Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared easy tips to make a fresh family meal together, centered around in-season fruits and vegetables, that even the youngest kids can enjoy preparing. "Cooking and eating together as a family can be a rare pleasure," said Carlo Baldan, Kroger group vice president of Fresh Merchandising.
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Kroger Health Shares Back-to-School Health Tips for Families
Published: August 01, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
CINCINNATI , Aug. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As families prepare to send students back-to-school, Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), is offering tips for a healthy school year. "As families prepare for the school year, it's the perfect time to prioritize preventive care," said Colleen Lindholz, president of Kroger Health.
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Kroger Crafts the Perfect Sandwich-Making Guide
Published: July 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer shares guide to creating sandwiches with endless possibilities in every bite CINCINNATI , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared a guide to crafting the perfect summer sandwich, with endless combinations and options. From a meatball hoagie and BLT to a classic veggie club and everything in between, Kroger has all the ingredients to build a summer sammie.
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These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The Zacks Earnings ESP is a great way to find potential earnings surprises. Why investors should take advantage now.
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Get All the Tools for Back to School at Kroger
Published: July 23, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer debuts teacher-issued supply lists with one-click purchase, making back-to-school shopping for class and the lunchroom easier than ever; school supplies for as little as 39 cents CINCINNATI , July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared Big Deal! back-to-school savings as students prepare to head back to the lunchroom and low prices on classroom supplies starting at just 39 cents.
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George Vincent Named as Kroger Secretary and General Counsel
Published: July 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer announces succession plan, welcomes experienced corporate lawyer CINCINNATI , July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced George Vincent will join the company as its secretary and general counsel, effective August 4. Vincent, a partner at Dinsmore & Shohl, previously served as the firm's managing partner from 2007 to 2022, where he oversaw significant expansion and led many of the firm's strategic efforts.
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Ocado upbeat on Kroger relationship despite management change
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
Ocado , the British online supermarket and technology group, is confident its U.S. grocery partner Kroger will opt to grow its e-commerce business despite a recent change in management, Ocado's boss said on Thursday.
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Kroger Recognized as a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for Sixth Consecutive Year
Published: July 15, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer earns top score on Disability Equality Index CINCINNATI , July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced it received a top score on the Disability Equality Index®, making the company a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for the sixth year in a row. "Kroger has a strong commitment to offering a workplace where associates of all abilities can meaningfully contribute, thrive and grow," said Tim Massa, executive vice president and chief associate experience officer.
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Here's Why Kroger (KR) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: July 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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School's Out, Savings In this Summer at Kroger
Published: July 09, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer shares summer grocery haul, lowers prices on thousands of grocery staples CINCINNATI , July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared a summer meals grocery haul, serving five days of delicious kid-friendly lunches for less than $50. From affordable meals solutions to lowering prices on thousands of grocery staples across the store, Kroger is turning summer shopping into a season of savings.
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Warren Buffett Owns 4 of Our Favorite 4th of July Dividend Stocks
Published: July 04, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
If there is any holiday celebrated in the United States that is among the favorites of all citizens, it must be the 4th of July.
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Kroger (KR) is a Top-Ranked Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
Published: June 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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2 Supermarket Stocks in the Spotlight Amid Industry Challenges
Published: June 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
While the supermarket industry struggles, WMT and KR stand out with strong digital plays and strategic cost management.
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Kroger Rewards Shareholders With 9% Increase in Quarterly Dividend
Published: June 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KR hikes its quarterly dividend by 9%, marking 19 straight years of increases as free cash flow stays strong.
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About The Kroger Co. (KR)
- IPO Date 1977-01-02
- Website https://www.thekrogerco.com
- Industry Grocery Stores
- CEO David John Christopher Kennerley
- Employees 409000