Kroger Company (CH:KR)
NYSE:KR
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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationSustained operating cash flow and a meaningful free cash flow ramp provide durable internal funding for capex, share repurchases, and strategic investments (e‑commerce, media). Reliable FCF cushions the business against cyclical retail pressures and supports execution of multi-year initiatives.
E‑commerce Scale & Path To ProfitabilityA large and fast‑growing e‑commerce business diversifies revenue and improves customer retention; achieving profitability makes online fulfillment a durable margin contributor. Scale supports lower unit costs, better vendor economics, and cross‑sell for retail media over the next several years.
Competitive Positioning And ExecutionImproving market share, investment in private‑label breadth, and accelerated store growth strengthen Kroger’s omnichannel moat. Better price perception and more Our Brands SKUs deepen customer loyalty, while targeted new openings extend local scale advantages and supplier leverage over time.
Bears Say
High LeverageElevated leverage materially reduces financial flexibility and raises refinancing and covenant risk if margins remain pressured. High debt limits ability to fund opportunistic investments or absorb shocks, making multi‑year strategic execution and capital returns more contingent on sustained cash generation.
Compressed ProfitabilityThin operating and net margins are structural in grocery but leave limited buffer against inflation, reimbursement shifts, or wage pressure. The margin step‑down constrains deleveraging, reduces incremental reinvestment capacity, and increases earnings volatility across economic cycles.
Durable Pharmacy/regulatory And FCF HeadwindsRegulatory reimbursement changes in pharmacy create a persistent revenue and mix headwind, lowering margin leverage where pharmacy historically helped earnings. Combined with lower near‑term FCF guidance, this reduces runway for debt reduction and increases reliance on operational savings to restore structural cash flow.
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What was Kroger Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
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What is Kroger Company’s market cap?
Kroger Company’s market cap is CHF31.70B.
When is Kroger Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kroger Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 18, 2026 which is in 3 days.
How were Kroger Company’s earnings last quarter?
Kroger Company released its earnings results on Mar 05, 2026. The company reported $1.017 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.954 by $0.063.
Is Kroger Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kroger Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kroger Company pay dividends?
Kroger Company does not currently pay dividends.
What is Kroger Company’s EPS estimate?
Kroger Company’s EPS estimate is 1.27.
How many shares outstanding does Kroger Company have?
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What happened to Kroger Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kroger Company reported an EPS of $1.017 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.954. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kroger Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH:KR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Kroger Company Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
1.53%
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. functions as a significant retail entity throughout the United States, encompassing a varied collection of store formats. Its operations include integrated food and drug stores, which stock a broad range of products from natural and organic sections to pharmacies, general merchandise, pet centers, fresh seafood, and organic produce. The company also runs multi-department stores that broaden their offerings to include apparel, home fashion and furnishings, outdoor living goods, electronics, automotive products, and toys. Furthermore, Kroger's marketplace stores blend comprehensive grocery services, pharmacies, health and beauty care, and perishable items with general merchandise such as clothing and household goods. Its price impact warehouse stores, on the other hand, concentrate on providing groceries, health and beauty essentials, meat, dairy, baked goods, and fresh produce at competitive prices. Beyond its retail presence, Kroger is involved in manufacturing and processing food products, which it then sells through its own supermarkets and online platforms. The company also operates 1,613 fuel centers, selling fuel to customers. As of January 29, 2022, The Kroger Co. managed 2,726 supermarkets, operating under numerous brand names across 35 states and the District of Columbia. Established in 1883, the company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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KR Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented multiple strong operational and financial highlights — including solid same-store sales, double-digit e-commerce growth, EPS growth, margin improvements, strong free cash flow generation, and active capital return — while acknowledging several industry and company-specific headwinds such as IRA impacts on pharmacy reimbursement, continued soft unit volumes, egg deflation near-term effects, a larger LIFO charge, and lower free cash flow guidance for 2026. Management emphasized ongoing cost savings, AI and e-commerce initiatives, a focused capital allocation plan and expectations for margin improvement and e-commerce profitability in 2026, indicating constructive momentum despite near-term pressures.View all CH: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
$60.59
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