Kroger Company (KR)

Currency in USD
58.22
+1.98(+3.52%)
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58.25+0.03(+0.05%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
56.5758.25
52 wk Range
54.1576.58
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
58.22
Open
56.75
Day's Range
56.57-58.25
52 wk Range
54.15-76.58
Volume
6M
Average Volume (3m)
6.73M
1-Year Change
-16.6261%
Book Value / Share
10.56
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
71.41
Upside
+22.65%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
High shareholder yield

Kroger Company News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Analyst Ratings

11 Buy
13 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
24 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 71.41
(+22.65% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BMO Capital
Hold60.00+3.06%-MaintainJul 06, 2026
Guggenheim
Buy71.00+21.95%-MaintainJul 02, 2026
Evercore ISI
Buy80.00+37.41%83.00MaintainJun 23, 2026
UBS
Hold63.00+8.21%70.00MaintainJun 22, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold67.00+15.08%73.00MaintainJun 22, 2026

Kroger Company SWOT Analysis


Market Momentum
Kroger outpaces industry growth with significant market share gains, driven by strategic store openings and strong pharmacy segment performance
E-commerce Evolution
Discover how Kroger's revamped digital strategy has led to a 15% increase in e-commerce sales, balancing innovation with profitability
Financial Projections
Analysts project steady growth with EPS estimates ranging from $4.48 to $5.68 for fiscal years 2025-2028, and an average price target of $68.67
Competitive Landscape
Explore Kroger's strategies to maintain market position against tech-savvy competitors and discount chains through scale advantages and digital innovation
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Kroger Company Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2026

  • Q4 EPS of $1.28 beat estimates by 6.67%, but revenue of $34.73B missed forecasts; stock fell 2.87% pre-market despite earnings beat.
  • Identical sales grew 2.4% ex-fuel with market share gains; e-commerce surged 20% for seventh straight quarter of double-digit growth.
  • Full-year adjusted EPS reached $4.85, up 9% YoY; Q4 adjusted free cash flow totaled $3.9B with continued private label strength.
  • FY2026 guidance: adjusted FIFO operating profit of $5.0-5.2B; capex of $3.8-4.0B with 30% increase in new store openings planned.
  • Company maintains 20-year dividend growth streak with 2.06% yield; management executing aggressive share buybacks amid competitive pressures.
Last Updated: 2026/03/05, 16:32
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Earnings

Latest Release
Jun 18, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1,58 / 1,58
Revenue / Forecast
46,1B / 45,35B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.63%
Dividend Yield
2.68%
Industry Median 1.60%
Annualised payout
1.56
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+7.84%
Growth Streak

KR Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
34.1x18.4x11.5x
PEG Ratio
−0.620.360.03
Price/Book
5.5x2.4x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.2x0.3x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
24.5%43.8%25.4%
Fair Value Upside
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The Kroger Co. operates as a food and drug 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 its 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 its 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 its fuel centers. The company sells its products through its stores, fuel centers, and online platforms. The Kroger Co. was founded in 1883 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
268,94M43,90%15,66B
Other Institutional Investors
276,36M45,11%16,09B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
67,35M10,99%3,92B
Total
612,65M100,00%35,67B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.8,67%53 118 3583 092 551
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.8,16%50 000 0002 911 000

FAQ

What Is the Kroger (KR) Stock Price Today?

The Kroger stock price today is 58,22 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Kroger Trade On?

Kroger is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Kroger?

The stock symbol for Kroger is "KR."

Does Kroger Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Kroger dividend yield is 2.68%.

What Is the Kroger Market Cap?

As of today, Kroger market cap is 35,67B USD.

What Is Kroger's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Kroger EPS (TTM) is 1,63.

When Is the Next Kroger Earnings Date?

Kroger will release its next earnings report on Sep 04, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is KR a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Kroger Stock Split?

Kroger has split 5 times.

How Many Employees Does Kroger Have?

Kroger has 403000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Kroger (KR)?

As of Jul 06, 2026, Kroger (KR) is trading at a price of 58,22 USD, with a previous close of 58,22 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 56,57 USD to 58,25 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 54,15 USD to 76,58 USD.

What Is Kroger (KR) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Kroger is 71,41 USD, with a high estimate of 86 USD and a low estimate of 58 USD. 11 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +22,65% Upside potential.

What Is the KR Premarket Price?

KR's last pre-market stock price is 58,25 USD. The pre-market share volume is 1 300,00, and the stock has decreased by 0,03, or 0,05%.

What Is the KR After Hours Price?

KR's last after hours stock price is 58,14 USD, the stock has decreased by -0,08, or -0,14%.
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