The Kroger Co. (KR) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2025
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KR Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, The Kroger Co. (KR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 42.9x, with a stock price of $66.01 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.61.
The current P/E is 98% above its 5-year average of 21.6x. Over the past five years, KR's P/E has ranged from a low of 13.9x to a high of 60.1x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.6x, KR trades at a 118% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, KR commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
KR P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.0T | 47.6 | 4.33 | +13% | |
| $59B | 16.0 | - | -8% | |
| $8B | 9.8Lowest | 0.63Best | -26% | |
| $7B | 14.7 | 0.87 | +42%Best | |
| $2B | 19.6 | - | -11% | |
| $640M | 11.4 | 0.66 | +12% | |
| $441B | 54.7 | 3.62 | +10% | |
| $14B | 21.1 | 2.76 | +10% | |
| $2B | 20.1 | - | -21% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
KR Historical P/E Data (1990–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Sat Jan 31 2026 00:00:00 GM | $62.85 | $1.53 | 41.1x | +35% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Nov 08 2025 00:00:00 GM | $64.91 | $1.08 | 60.1x | +98% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Aug 16 2025 00:00:00 GM | $69.69 | $3.94 | 17.7x | -42% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat May 24 2025 00:00:00 GM | $68.59 | $3.67 | 18.7x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sat Feb 01 2025 00:00:00 GM | $61.64 | $3.67 | 16.8x | -45% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Nov 09 2024 00:00:00 GM | $59.91 | $3.78 | 15.8x | -48% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Aug 17 2024 00:00:00 GM | $53.19 | $3.82 | 13.9x | -54% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat May 25 2024 00:00:00 GM | $52.99 | $2.93 | 18.1x | -40% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Feb 03 2024 00:00:00 GM | $46.14 | $2.96 | 15.6x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Nov 04 2023 00:00:00 GM | $45.37 | $2.57 | 17.7x | -42% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Aug 12 2023 00:00:00 GM | $48.98 | $2.24 | 21.9x | -28% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat May 20 2023 00:00:00 GM | $49.64 | $3.49 | 14.2x | -53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KR stock.
Is KR stock overvalued or undervalued?
KR trades at 42.9x P/E, above its 5-year average of 21.6x. The 95th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does KR's valuation compare to peers?
The Kroger Co. P/E of 42.9x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is KR's PEG ratio?
KR PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2025.