The Kroger Co. (KR)

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Is the Warren Buffett Correction Coming? Buy His 4 Safest Dividend Stocks Now
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Published: February 27, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Warren Buffett stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on December 31, 2025, after six decades leading the conglomerate he transformed from a struggling textile mill into a $1 trillion empire.

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Savings Programs that offer Affordable Access to GLP-1s Available at Kroger
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Published: February 24, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Paired with nutrition support, fresh food and easy access to dietitians, Kroger can help customers reach wellness goals CINCINNATI, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. family of companies and its pharmacies ("Kroger") (NYSE: KR) participates in several savings programs, including those from pharmaceutical manufacturers, which may reduce eligible customers' cost of filling certain GLP-1 medications. Combined with Kroger's broad selection of fresh foods, protein‑rich options and personalized support from registered dietitians, the company offers a convenient, holistic approach to helping customers achieve their wellness goals.

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Kroger Celebrates Experience Makers in Honor of Supermarket Employee Day on Sunday, Feb. 22
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Published: February 18, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Meet the friendly faces bringing warmth and care to every aisle CINCINNATI, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, is celebrating Supermarket Employee Day on Feb. 22 by recognizing its more than 400,000 associates for being experience makers, bringing friendly service, fresh food and moments of joy to customers every day. "Supermarket Employee Day gives us a special opportunity to thank our associates for the heart they bring to work each day and the genuine connections they build with customers," said Tim Massa, executive vice president and chief associate experience officer.

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Skip the Reservation: Kroger Makes Valentine's Day Special with Surf and Turf Savings
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Published: February 10, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Retailer shares expert meat and seafood tips, special offers for date night at home CINCINNATI, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its bringing date night home with a romantic and delicious Surf and Turf dinner, perfect for lovebirds to celebrate Valentine's Day without the hassle of a reservation. Customers can also get special gifts delivered straight to their loved ones' doors with DoorDash and Uber Eats.

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Kroger: Shares Rally On New CEO Announcement - Time For Re-Rating?
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Published: February 10, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The Kroger Co. rallied on the new CEO appointment, leveraging Walmart experience to accelerate digital transformation and strategic growth. KR reaffirmed 2025 guidance, projecting EPS of $4.75–$4.80 and identical sales growth of 2.8%–3.0%, underscoring operational resilience. Despite mixed Q3 results and macro headwinds, KR maintains robust margins and announces a $2B buyback, supporting long-term value.

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Big Grocery Chain Kroger Needs to Take on Walmart—So It Named an Alum Its CEO
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

Kroger is locked in a battle with Walmart in the grocery business. Now it's bringing in a CEO trained at the retail giant to help it compete.

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Kroger shares jump on appointment of new CEO Greg Foran
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Kroger Co (NYSE:KR, XETRA:KOG) shares added more than 6% on Monday morning following the grocery chain's announcement that Greg Foran has been named as its new CEO. Foran succeeds Ron Sargent, who had served as interim CEO since March 2025, and will also join Kroger's Board of Directors.

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Kroger Picks Walmart Vet Greg Foran as New CEO
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

Grocery giant Kroger named former Walmart executive Greg Foran as its new CEO. Foran took the job Monday (Feb. 9) and succeeds Ron Sargent, who had been acting as the company's interim CEO since March, Kroger said in a Monday news release.

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Kroger Stock Surges as Former Walmart Executive Steps In
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) are up 7.7% to trade at $72.67 at last glance, after reports that the grocery chain named former Walmart (WMT) executive Greg Foran as its CEO.

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Kroger: Buy This Steady Compounder For A Volatile Market
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Kroger is a resilient, value 'Buy', amid market volatility, offering defensive growth and operational leverage. KR's e-commerce sales are a core growth driver, achieving a $14B annual run-rate and six quarters of double-digit growth, supported by third-party fulfillment partnerships. Management guides for 7% EPS growth in FY2026, driven by private-label strength, AI efficiencies, and accelerated store expansion.

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Kroger: Buy This Steady Compounder For A Volatile Market
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Kroger is a resilient, value 'Buy', amid market volatility, offering defensive growth and operational leverage. KR's e-commerce sales are a core growth driver, achieving a $14B annual run-rate and six quarters of double-digit growth, supported by third-party fulfillment partnerships. Management guides for 7% EPS growth in FY2026, driven by private-label strength, AI efficiencies, and accelerated store expansion.

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These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
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Published: February 04, 2026 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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Will Kroger (KR) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
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Published: February 03, 2026 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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Here's Why Kroger (KR) is a Strong Momentum Stock
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Published: February 03, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Why Kroger (KR) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Kroger Health Reaches New Milestone in Prescription Drug Safety Program
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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
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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
KR, WMT
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?
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Published: January 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

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As a Concerned Warren Buffett Exits, His 4 Safest Dividend Stocks Are 2026 Gems
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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
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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
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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
ETSY, KR, LULU
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
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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
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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
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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
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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%
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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
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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
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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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About The Kroger Co. (KR)

  • IPO Date 1977-01-02
  • Website https://www.thekrogerco.com
  • Industry Grocery Stores
  • CEO Gregory S. Foran
  • Employees 409000

The Kroger Co. operates as a retailer in the United States. The company operates combination food and drug stores, multi-department stores, marketplace stores, and price impact warehouses. Its combination food and drug stores offer natural food and organic sections, pharmacies, general merchandise, pet centers, fresh seafood, and organic produce; and multi-department stores provide apparel, home fashion and furnishings, outdoor living, electronics, automotive products, and toys. The company's marketplace stores offer full-service grocery, pharmacy, health and beauty care, and perishable goods, as well as general merchandise, including apparel, home goods, and toys; and price impact warehouse stores provide grocery, and health and beauty care items, as well as meat, dairy, baked goods, and fresh produce items. It also manufactures and processes food products for sale in its supermarkets and online; and sells fuel through 1,613 fuel centers. As of January 29, 2022, the company operated 2,726 supermarkets under various banner names in 35 states and the District of Columbia. The Kroger Co. was founded in 1883 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.