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Kroger

The Kroger Co. engages in the operation of supermarkets and multi-department stores. Its brands include Big K, Check This Out?, Heritage Farm, Simple Truth, and Simple Truth Organic. The company was founded by Barney Kroger in 1883 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

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Kroger reports strong Q1 performance and progresses with Albertsons merger

Kroger's Q1 2023 earnings call highlighted strong sales growth, increased digital sales, and strategic priorities focused on fresh and personalized experiences. The pending merger with Albertsons Companies is progressing, with no anticipated layoffs or store closures. Challenges related to inflation and shrink were acknowledged, but opportunities for continued customer engagement and a normalized promotional environment were also identified.

Kroger reports strong Q2 earnings amidst economic challenges and opportunities

Kroger's Q2 performance reflects resilience amid economic challenges, with a focus on enhancing customer value and managing costs. The company faces challenges from inflation and regulatory concerns but sees opportunities in driving sales and promotional activity.

Kroger reports strong Q3 performance and positions for Albertsons merger

Kroger's Q3 performance showcased strength in digital business and alternative profit growth. While facing challenges in volume trends and shrink, the company is well-positioned for its proposed merger with Albertsons. Anticipated opportunities in 2024 include positive impacts from cycling certain market impacts and growth from the diverse ecosystem.

Kroger reports robust 2022 earnings, eyes growth through digital investments

Kroger's 2022 performance showcased financial strength and customer loyalty growth, despite challenges from inflation and market uncertainties. The company's strategic focus on fresh, brands, personalization, and seamless customer experiences positions it well for continued success in 2023.

Kroger reports solid Q1 growth, Our Brands drive profitability

Kroger's Q1 2024 performance saw growth in identical and digital sales, with a focus on value creation and customer experience.
Strengths lie in strategic priorities, strong financials, and effective utilization of online platforms for personalized value.
Challenges include inflation impacts, shrink issues, and concerns over promotional activities and market share dynamics.
Opportunities exist in leveraging Our Brands, personalized pricing, and adapting to a supply-driven promotional backdrop for future growth.

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The Kroger Co. engages in the operation of supermarkets, multi-department stores and fulfillment centers. Its brands include Big K, Smart Way, Heritage Farm, Simple Truth, and Simple Truth Organic. The company was founded by Barney Kroger in 1883 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Albertsons Companies

The Federal Trade Commission sued to block Kroger's bid for rival Albertsons, throwing into uncertainty the fate of one of the largest supermarket deals in history.

FTC Sues to Block $25 Billion Kroger-Albertsons Merger

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission and eight states said on Monday they are suing to block supermarket chain Kroger's $24.6 billion deal to buy smaller rival Albertsons , saying it would boost grocery prices for millions of Americans.

US FTC suing to block $25 bln Kroger-Albertsons deal

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CINCINNATI , Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announced today it will host its fourth quarter 2023 earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, March 7, 2024.

Kroger Announces Fourth Quarter Conference Call with Investors

Retailer shares easy cold-weather meal ideas to get you to Spring CINCINNATI , Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is sharing cozy mid-winter meal solutions to help customers through the last weeks of winter weather. With low-maintenance slow cooker recipes and soups to keep you warm on those final cold days of the season, meal prep has never been easier and even more delicious.

Kroger Serves Up Cozy Mid-Winter Meal Solutions

Kroger (KR) concluded the recent trading session at $48, signifying a +0.76% move from its prior day's close.

Kroger (KR) Rises As Market Takes a Dip: Key Facts

The United States Federal Trade Commission and a group of states could sue as soon as next week to block grocer Kroger's proposed $24.6 billion deal to buy smaller rival Albertsons , Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

FTC, states could sue over Kroger-Albertsons $24.6 bln deal next week, Bloomberg reports

The two companies struck a "no-poaching" deal to weaken workers' leverage during a strike, Colorado's attorney general says.

Kroger, Albertsons Allegedly Colluded Against Grocery Workers' Union

Third-annual scholarship program champions women pursuing higher education  CINCINNATI , Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE: PG) today announced the application period for its 2024 Game Changers Scholarship is now open. In its third year, 23 scholarships of $2,000 will be awarded to underrepresented female students pursuing a business, science, technical and/or liberal arts undergraduate degree or certificate.

Application Period Now Open for the 2024 Game Changers Scholarship presented by The Kroger Foundation and Always® Brand

Colorado's attorney general filed a lawsuit on Wednesday seeking to block Kroger's proposed $25 billion acquisition of rival supermarket chain Albertsons , saying consumers would be hurt, as the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and other states continue to scrutinize the deal.

Colorado sues to stop $25 billion Kroger-Albertsons merger

Kroger Inc. KR, +0.95% said Tuesday it will lower prices for customers when its planned merger with Albertsons Cos. Inc. ACI, +0.33% closes, noting that it has done the same with previous deals.

Kroger pledges to lower prices for consumers when its planned merger with Albertsons closes

Building on Its 20-Year Track Record of Enhancing Value Kroger will Lower Prices for More Customers, Consistent with Its Approach to Previous Mergers CINCINNATI , Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared additional insights about how the company lowered prices in previous mergers, bolstering its commitment to bring more consumers across America lower prices and more choices following its proposed merger with Albertsons Cos. "We believe the way to be America's best grocer is to provide great value by consistently lowering prices and offering more choices.

Kroger to Lower Prices Following Merger with Albertsons Cos

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Kroger (KR) closed at $45.44 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.84% move from the prior day.

Kroger (KR) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider

Kroger floral and sushi available for on-demand delivery CINCINNATI , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is sharing how lovebirds can celebrate Valentine's Day together or apart with on-demand sushi and floral delivery from Kroger with DoorDash or Uber Eats. Customers can conveniently order premium Bloom Haus floral bouquets, balloons and sushi in honor of the sweetest day of the year.

Deliver the Love this Valentine's Day

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Todd Foley Appointed Interim CFO CINCINNATI , Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Gary Millerchip is stepping down as senior vice president and chief financial officer to assume an executive role at another public company. Todd Foley, group vice president, corporate controller and chief accounting officer, has been appointed interim chief financial officer, effective today.

Kroger Announces CFO Transition

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The latest trading day saw Kroger (KR) settling at $46.14, representing a -1.22% change from its previous close.

Kroger (KR) Stock Dips While Market Gains: Key Facts

Grant will fund Michigan, Texas, Tennessee and Georgia food banks CINCINNATI , Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation today announced it provided a $1 million retail agency capacity grant to Feeding America® to support four food banks across the U.S. The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan (Flint, MI), Houston Food Bank (Houston, TX), Mid-South Food Bank (Memphis, TN) and the Atlanta Community Food Bank (Atlanta, GA) are all beneficiaries of this capacity-building grant. "Kroger is a longstanding partner with more than 200 local food banks in our shared mission to eliminate hunger in our communities," said Keith Dailey, group vice president of corporate affairs and chief sustainability officer for Kroger.

The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation Awards $1M Retail Agency Capacity Grant to Feeding America®

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Retailer predicts dips to score big on game day CINCINNATI , Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is sharing its Big Game playbook, revealing dips are playing quarterback along with a lineup of game-winning favorites like Home Chef fried chicken, fresh snacks and DIY recipes sure to please any football fan. "Dips are more than a game day staple this year, they are the real MVP," said Juan De Paoli, vice president of Our Brands for Kroger.

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This Buffett holdings list from Kiplinger first appeared 11/14/23 on the BKH SEC Form 13F. Kiplinger, YCharts, and Dogs of the Dow all track this BKH batch. Here is your. 27 of 45 current BKH-owned stocks pay dividends. As of 1/25/24, the top-ten ranged 2.5%-4.29% by annual yield and 34 of 45 ranged -11.35% to 56.06% by broker-estimated target price upsides. Analyst-augured top-ten net gains from Buffett's January dividend dogs ranged 11.13%-22.07% from KR, KO, DEO, OXY, TMUS, BAC, DHI, C, JEF, and CVX per YCharts data.

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