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The Kroger Co.(KR)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
KR•NYSE
$59.86
At close
38.9× P/E·Price updated Jul 9, 2026
AboutThe 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.Show more
- Revenue$147.64B+0.4%
- EBITDA$5.81B-24.5%
- Net Income$1.02B-61.9%
- EPS (Diluted)1.54-58.0%
- Gross Margin23.3%+2.6%
- EBITDA Margin3.94%-24.8%
- Operating Margin1.28%-51.1%
- Net Margin0.69%-62.0%
- ROE14.29%-46.7%
KR Price & Volume
The Kroger Co. (KR) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Persistent Margin Compression Strains Capital Structure Stability
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Margin compression and leverage
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Kroger faces a challenging outlook characterized by volatile revenue growth and structural margin constraints that limit profitability, as evidenced by the thin 1.28% operating margin.
- The company's reliance on debt to fund operations has driven the debt-to-equity ratio to 3.63, raising concerns regarding long-term financial flexibility.
- Investors should monitor the firm's ability to manage its $31.5 billion PPE base while navigating intense competitive pressures that continue to obscure consistent earnings quality.
Verdict Logic
the combination of a declining current ratio of 0.79 and a significant contraction in equity to $6.5 billion suggests elevated risk that outweighs the current 2.3% dividend yield.
KR Growth Metrics
The Kroger Co. (KR) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years3%
5 Years2.19%
3 Years-0.14%
TTM1.14%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-6.73%
5 Years-17.04%
3 Years-23.21%
TTM-59.25%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-2.87%
5 Years-13.98%
3 Years-20.46%
TTM-53.41%
Return on Capital
10 Years10.35%
5 Years9.76%
3 Years8.53%
Last Year5.52%
KR Recent Earnings
The Kroger Co. (KR) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 10/12 qtrs (83%)●Beat Revenue 3/12 qtrs (25%)
Q3 2026Latest
Jun 18, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.58-0.6%
$1.59
Rev
$46.1B+1.2%
$45.6B
Q2 2026
Mar 5, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.28+6.7%
$1.20
Rev
$34.7B-0.7%
$35.0B
Q4 2025
Dec 4, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.05+1.9%
$1.03
Rev
$33.9B-1.0%
$34.2B
Q4 2025
Sep 11, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.04+4.6%
$0.99
Rev
$33.9B-0.5%
$34.1B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2026Latest | Jun 18, 2026 | $1.58vs $1.59-0.6% | $46.1Bvs $45.6B+1.2% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $1.28vs $1.20+6.7% | $34.7Bvs $35.0B-0.7% |
| Q4 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $1.05vs $1.03+1.9% | $33.9Bvs $34.2B-1.0% |
| Q4 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 | $1.04vs $0.99+4.6% | $33.9Bvs $34.1B-0.5% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest KR News
Recent stock market news and headlines for The Kroger Co. (KR)
Fool - Investing News·2 days ago
While Wall Street Worries, This Cheap Warren Buffett Consumer Stock Is a Screaming BuyThis Berkshire Hathaway holding should reward patient investors.
Forbes·3 days ago
Grocery Wars Heat Up As Kroger Buys Giant Eagle And Aldi Puts $9 Billion Into U.S. ExpansionA fierce battle is emerging over how Americans shop for groceries—one-stop convenience versus deep discounts, regional loyalty versus national scale, full-service supermarkets versus small-scale efficiency. Two players are defining the fight: Kroger and Aldi.
Zacks Investment Research·5 days ago
Can AI Strengthen Kroger's Customer Personalization Strategy?KR uses AI and loyalty data to strengthen its retail media platform, enabling smarter audience targeting and expanding advertising growth opportunities.
MarketBeat·Jul 3, 2026
Why Kroger's Giant Eagle Deal Could Change EverythingThe collapse of the Albertsons mega-merger forced Kroger NYSE: KR into a severe reckoning. Antitrust regulators effectively shut the door on transformative coast-to-coast consolidation late last year, and the market aggressively punished the uncertainty.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for The Kroger Co. (KR)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $59.86 | $36.91B | 38.87 | 0.35% | 0.69% | 14.29% | 2.26% | |
| $112.21 | $894.42B | 41.10 | 4.73% | 3.18% | 22.7% | — | |
| $130.29 | $59.17B | 16.03 | -1.68% | 3.42% | 22.76% | — | |
| $14.34 | $7.02B | 35.85 | 3.46% | 0.26% | 8.17% | — | |
| $80.38 | $7.56B | 15.14 | 14.08% | 5.7% | 36.06% | — | |
| $79.17 | $1.96B | 21.69 | 3.46% | 2.02% | 7.49% | — |
Compare KR vs Peers
The Kroger Co. (KR) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
KR SEC Filings & Documents
The Kroger Co. (KR) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
6Material company update
Jun 26, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Jun 18, 2026·SEC
Material company update
May 27, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
210-Q Quarterly Reports
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KR Frequently Asked Questions
The Kroger Co. (KR) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is The Kroger Co.'s revenue?
The Kroger Co. (KR) reported $148.65B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 491% increase from $25.17B in 1996.
How fast is The Kroger Co. growing?
The Kroger Co. (KR) grew revenue by 0.4% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Is KR profitable?
Yes, The Kroger Co. (KR) is profitable, generating $1.05B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (0.7% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does KR pay dividends?
Yes, The Kroger Co. (KR) pays a dividend with a yield of 2.26%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is KR's return on equity?
The Kroger Co. (KR) has a return on equity (ROE) of 14.3%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is The Kroger Co.'s free cash flow?
The Kroger Co. (KR) generated $2.89B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.