The Kroger Co. (KR)
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- symbol KR
- Rev/Share 212.9132
- Book/Share 11.9841
- PB 5.66
- Debt/Equity 3.0289
- CurrentRatio 0.963
- ROIC 0.0856
- MktCap 45164808990.0
- FreeCF/Share 2.5876
- PFCF 25.26
- PE 17.5874
- Debt/Assets 0.4767
- DivYield 0.0189
- ROE 0.2312
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Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Downgrade | KR | BMO Capital Markets | Outperform | Market Perform | -- | $60 | Dec. 3, 2024 |
| Upgrade | KR | Jefferies | Hold | Buy | $54 | $73 | Dec. 3, 2024 |
| Initiation | KR | Exane BNP Paribas | -- | Neutral | -- | $56 | Oct. 18, 2024 |
News
Five New Must-Try Items from Kroger Our Brands Lineup
Published: March 31, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer on-track to launch more than 900 new items in 2025 CINCINNATI , March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared it is introducing new Our Brands products, sharing five must try items hitting Kroger shelves. Customers can look forward to unique new products from Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth®, bringing Our Brands' signature quality and affordability to more grocery staples.
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Kroger throws latest punch in legal battle with Albertsons
Published: March 26, 2025 by: Fox Business
Sentiment: Negative
Kroger and Albertsons are fighting it out in court, blaming the other for which caused their proposed $25 billion merger to fail. A federal judge blocked the merger in December.
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Kroger countersues rival Albertsons
Published: March 25, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative
U.S. grocery chain Kroger countersued rival Albertsons on Tuesday, escalating a legal fight between the two companies following the demise of their proposed $25 billion merger that was blocked by courts.
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Here's Why Kroger (KR) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: March 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Kroger Unveils "Elite ATE" Snack Bracket
Published: March 20, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Our Brands products face off in snack bracket challenge and retailer reveals Kroger associates' favorite snacks CINCINNATI , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared the launch of its "Elite Ate" Snack Bracket, featuring a delicious lineup of customers' favorite snacks from Kroger's Our Brands. From savory chips to sweet treats, it is a snack-off with exclusive deals on the ultimate game day eats.
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Kroger Makes it Easy to Eat in Season with Fresh Springtime Guide
Published: March 18, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Retailer celebrates National Nutrition Month CINCINNATI , March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared how customers can supercharge meals and snacks with fresh in-season fruits, veggies and simple recipes to try during National Nutrition Month and enjoy all season long. "Preparing dishes with fresh, in-season produce presents limitless, simple options for families to enjoy together as spring and summer approaches," said Carlo Baldan, Kroger group vice president of Fresh Merchandising.
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Kroger CEO Shake-Up
Published: March 14, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral
In this podcast, Motley Fool analysts Nick Sciple and Karl Theil join hosts Ricky Mulvey and Mary Long to discuss:
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Kroger Needs a CEO to Help It Compete With Walmart. These Analysts Have Ideas
Published: March 14, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral
Kroger had big merger plans. Now that those are off, one research team says the grocery chain needs to stack its team with people who can help Kroger (KR) contend with Walmart (WMT).
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Kroger Creates New eCommerce Unit to Accelerate Online Growth
Published: March 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Yael Cosset to Lead as Chief Digital Officer CINCINNATI , March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the creation of a new eCommerce business unit, which aligns the teams contributing to every aspect of the online customer experience. Yael Cosset, Kroger's senior vice president and chief information officer, will lead this function as executive vice president and chief digital officer, effective immediately.
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2 Warren Buffett Dividend Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in March
Published: March 10, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive
Warren Buffett's investing skills have created enormous wealth for his investors. From 1965 through 2024, he delivered a 5,502,284% cumulative return for Berkshire Hathaway shareholders.
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Kroger (KR) Could Be a Great Choice
Published: March 07, 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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Why Kroger (KR) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: March 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Kroger Posts Q4 Earnings Beat: Healthy ID Sales Overshadowed By Profit Constraints, Analysts Say
Published: March 07, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Neutral
Shares of Kroger Co KR rose in early trading on Friday after the company reported upbeat fourth-quarter earnings.
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The Kroger Co. (KR) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: March 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR ) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript March 6, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Robert Quast - VP, IR Ron Sargent - Interim CEO Todd Foley - Interim CFO Conference Call Participants Simeon Gutman - Morgan Stanley Leah Jordan - Goldman Sachs Michael Lasser - UBS John Heinbockel - Guggenheim Partners Michael Montani - Evercore ISI Rupesh Parikh - Oppenheimer Ed Kelly - Wells Fargo Ken Goldman - JPMorgan Karen Short - Melius Research Chuck Cerankosky - Northcoast Research Krisztina Katai - Deutsche Bank Joe Feldman - Telsey Advisory Group Kelly Bania - BMO Operator Good …
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Kroger Stock Pops Into Buy Range On Earnings Beat
Published: March 06, 2025 by: Investors Business Daily
Sentiment: Neutral
The Kroger earnings report showed a less-than-feared decline. Kroger stock jumped as online grocery sales grow double digits.
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Kroger Q4 Earnings Top Estimates, Digital Sales Rise 11% Y/Y
Published: March 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KR's fourth-quarter results reflect a year-over-year sales decline. Nonetheless, 2025 plans include new stores, dividend growth and buybacks to drive momentum.
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Kroger Stock Jumps, as Better-than-Estimated Earnings Offset Soft Outlook
Published: March 06, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive
Kroger (KR) shares are jumping Thursday morning as the grocery chain's better-than-expected quarterly earnings offset a soft outlook.
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Kroger Q4 EPS Beats, Revenue Falls
Published: March 06, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral
Grocery chain giant Kroger (KR -1.03%) reported mixed fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results on Thursday, March 6. Adjusted EPS was $1.14, topping consensus expectations while matching last year's figure.
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3 Major Grocery Retailers On Earnings Deck After Target's Warning On Trump Tariffs
Published: March 05, 2025 by: Investors Business Daily
Sentiment: Negative
Major grocery retailers are on tap after Target said higher produce prices from Trump tariffs could come in days. Costco earnings are due late Thursday.
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Outgoing Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen lost $11 million in bonus and stock payments when he resigned from the grocery chain
Published: March 05, 2025 by: Business Insider
Sentiment: Neutral
Kroger's ex-CEO forfeited more than $11 million in bonus and stock payments when he resigned. Rodney McMullen still had hundreds of millions in Kroger stock, according to the filings.
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Kroger CEO Suddenly Resigns Before Quarterly Report
Published: March 04, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Negative
Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) is gathering attention this morning, after CEO Rodney McMullen suddenly resigned amid an investigation into his personal conduct.
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Kroger ousts long-term boss after personal conduct probe
Published: March 03, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Kroger Co has announced the resignation of long-term chief executive and chair Rodney McMullen following an investigation into his personal conduct. A probe found McCullen's personal conduct was inconsistent with Kroger's “policy on business ethics,” the retailer said on Monday.
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Kroger Says CEO Rodney McMullen Resigns Due to ‘Personal Conduct'
Published: March 03, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Negative
Grocery giant Kroger said Monday (March 3) that Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen resigned from the company after a board investigation of his personal conduct. The company did not specify the personal conduct but said in a press release that it “while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on Business Ethics.
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Wall Street's Insights Into Key Metrics Ahead of Kroger (KR) Q4 Earnings
Published: March 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Evaluate the expected performance of Kroger (KR) for the quarter ended January 2025, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.
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Kroger's CEO Rodney McMullen abruptly resigned after an investigation into his 'personal conduct'
Published: March 03, 2025 by: Business Insider
Sentiment: Negative
Kroger has abruptly replaced its CEO, the grocery chain said on Monday. Rodney McMullen resigned and will be replaced by Ronald Sargent.
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Kroger: Looking Stretched Ahead Of The Q4 Results
Published: March 03, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Kroger: Looking Stretched Ahead Of The Q4 Results
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Buffett Pick Kroger Just Paid Investors: How Much Did They Get?
Published: February 28, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is rewarding its shareholders once again with a quarterly dividend of $0.32, payable on Saturday, March 1.
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Despite slowdown Ocado upbeat on long-term Kroger site roll-out
Published: February 27, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
Ocado , the British online supermarket and technology group, is confident its U.S. grocery partner Kroger will eventually open "a significant number" of automated warehouses despite a slowdown in the roll-out of sites, Ocado's boss said.
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Hearty and Delicious Soups to Warm Up with this Winter from Kroger
Published: February 26, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Celebrate soup season with cozy recipes to warm up from within CINCINNATI , Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR), America's grocer, today is sharing how customers can get the most out of soup season with cozy, warm and convenient recipes the entire family can enjoy this winter. "Warm up from the inside out with our favorite hearty recipes, from the cold-weather classics we know and love to new twists on winter staples, Kroger is serving up inspiration to make soup season simple and delicious," said Carlo Baldan, Kroger' group vice president of Fresh Merchandising.
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Kroger Makes Springing Forward Easier This Daylight Saving with Limited-Edition Hour Back Box and 39,000 Free Breakfast Items
Published: February 24, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Customers can score free Kroger Hour Back Box filled with Our Brands breakfast essentials and more CINCINNATI , Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is making customers' daylight saving a little easier this year with its first-ever Kroger Hour Back Box and the chance to enjoy one of 39,000 free breakfast items. Losing an hour of sleep can shake up the morning routine, but Kroger's Hour Back Box has everything customers need to get that lost hour back and conquer the mornings after daylight saving with ease.
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About The Kroger Co. (KR)
- IPO Date 1977-01-02
- Website https://www.thekrogerco.com
- Industry Grocery Stores
- CEO Mr. David John Christopher Kennerley
- Employees 409000