Kroger Company (KR)
NYSE:KR
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KR Stock Chart & Stats
$68.19
-$0.39(-0.67%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$68.19
-$0.39(-0.67%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$58.60 - $76.58
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.50M
Average Volume (3M)6.18M
Market Cap
$40.37B
Enterprise Value$63.70B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$4.58B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$24.68B
Price to Earnings (P/E)40.3
Beta-0.15
Next Earnings
Jun 18, 2026EPS Estimate
1.58Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.15%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.28
Shares Outstanding612,575,600
10 Day Avg. Volume4,101,473
30 Day Avg. Volume6,175,849
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.70
Price to Book (P/B)6.91
Price to Sales (P/S)0.28
P/FCF Ratio12.23
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.58
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.43
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.05
Enterprise Value/Ebitda7.45
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$76.31Price Target Upside11.90% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)5.24
Revenue Forecast (FY)$149.27B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
E-commerce ProfitabilityAnalyst highlights that Kroger's e-commerce is moving toward profitability as more efficient store-based fulfillment, third-party delivery partnerships, and AI-driven personalization increase convenience and lower operating costs.
Leadership And ExecutionAnalyst views the hire of CEO Greg Foran as a catalyst because his track record in improving inventory control, merchandising execution, and store service culture can strengthen in-store performance.
Margin Expansion And Cost EfficiencyAnalyst points to margin tailwinds from reduced shrink, supply-chain improvements, stronger private-label performance, and SKU rationalization that can support earnings and fund price investments.
Bears Say
Demand Risk From Benefits And DeflationAnalyst flags SNAP eligibility complications in some states and deflationary pressure in key grocery items as potential demand headwinds for food retailers serving price-sensitive customers.
Market Share And Valuation PressureAnalyst notes that grocery market share appears roughly stable, indicating Kroger must demonstrate sustained share gains before valuation is likely to expand amid ongoing competition.
Pharmacy HeadwindsAnalyst warns that lower reimbursement rates and a continued shift toward generic drugs are pressuring pharmacy revenue and could weigh on overall sales and profitability.
Kroger Company News
KR FAQ
What was Kroger Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kroger Company lowest stock price was $58.60 and its highest was $76.58 in the past 12 months.
What is Kroger Company’s market cap?
Kroger Company’s market cap is $40.37B.
When is Kroger Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kroger Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 18, 2026 which is in 50 days.
How were Kroger Company’s earnings last quarter?
Kroger Company released its earnings results on Mar 05, 2026. The company reported $1.28 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.201 by $0.079.
Is Kroger Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kroger Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kroger Company pay dividends?
Kroger Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.15%. See more information on Kroger Company dividends here
What is Kroger Company’s EPS estimate?
Kroger Company’s EPS estimate is 1.58.
How many shares outstanding does Kroger Company have?
Kroger Company has 612,575,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kroger Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kroger Company reported an EPS of $1.28 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.201. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.265%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kroger Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Kroger Company Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$76.31 (11.90% Upside)
$76.31 (11.90% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
KR Sentiment 90%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 310.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.7%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.2%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.29%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
13.04%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-10.17%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kroger Company
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.
KR Company Deck
KR Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call reflects a balanced view with significant achievements in e-commerce growth and profitability, strong performance in pharmacy, and expansion plans. However, there are notable challenges, such as the closure of fulfillment centers, the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act, and economic pressures affecting sales.View all KR earnings summariesKR Revenue Breakdown
52.54% Non Perishable
25.19% Fresh
9.20% Supermarket Fuel
12.31% Pharmacy
0.76% Other
KR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$76.31
▲(11.90% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.27% Insiders
22.70% Mutual Funds
1.74% Other Institutional Investors
50.19% Public Companies and Individual Investors