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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.

To expand its healthcare reach, Kroger is getting into clinical trials. The grocery giant announced Tuesday (Jan. 24) that its Kroger Health division is working with pharmaceutical organizations to set up a clinical trial site network, running its own studies.

Kroger Expands Pharmaceutical Efforts with Clinical Trials as Grocers Diversify

The Kroger Co.'s merger with Albertsons Companies, Inc. offers tremendous value to investors should the FTC allow it. Kroger has been posting strong operational results in tandem with improved guidance.

Kroger: A Strong Investment In A Weak Market

America continues eat at home trend, celebrating life's special moments by cooking and entertaining for family and friends CINCINNATI , Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced its 2023 Food Trends Report, which predicts emerging food trends, consumer behaviors and popular items for the year ahead. The fifth-annual report centers on America's continued eat at home habits as pandemic concerns subside* with consumers now seeking to make up for lost time and celebrate everything from life's special moments to everyday milestones by entertaining and cooking at home together with their family and friends.

Kroger Announces Food Trend Predictions for 2023

Announcement comes with the collaboration with biopharmaceutical industry to introduce colorectal cancer clinical trial CINCINNATI , Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced the establishment of its clinical trial site network in conjunction with pharmaceutical industry sponsors, contract research organizations, and health systems. The announcement comes with Kroger's first trial in active recruitment for colorectal cancer gut and immune health observation.

Kroger Health Establishes Clinical Trial Site Network to Increase Reach and Access to Research Studies

Community Rewards allows customers to direct money to local nonprofits CINCINNATI , Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared its Community Rewards program has directed more than $200 million in charitable giving since 2017, donating to thousands of local organizations across America. Established two decades ago, the Kroger Community Rewards program allows loyalty members to select a local charity about which they are passionate to benefit from their purchases.

Kroger Community Rewards Program Reports more than $200 Million in Charitable Giving in the Last Five Years

Employees say they've missed entire paychecks and had unauthorized deductions made. "It's been a disaster," a union spokesperson said.

New Kroger Payroll System Has Led To Wage Theft, Workers Allege

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Rodney McMullen talks taking care of customers and associates at the National Retail Federation Big Show 2023 CINCINNATI , Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared its chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen joined Matthew Shay, National Retail Federation (NRF) President and CEO, for a conversation on Feeding the Human Spirit at the NRF Big Show this week. McMullen discussed how Kroger operates with excellence and continues to serve customers and associates in an ever-changing and competitive grocery industry.

Kroger CEO Discusses Feeding the Human Spirit

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Home Chef is sponsoring one lucky person's start to the new year by providing the fuel and funds needed to achieve their goal CHICAGO , Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Studies have shown that the majority of New Year goal getters throw in the towel by the third week of January.* This year, Home Chef is providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to overcome this mid-month hang-up by sponsoring a fresh start for one lucky individual with $5,000 in cash and a year's worth of free Home Chef meals to help them achieve 2023 greatness.

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Albertsons-Kroger Deal Spooks Merger Pros

Morgan Stanley upgraded Kroger's stock to Equal Weight on Tuesday, arguing that it looks fairly balanced at current levels.

Kroger's Merger With Albertsons Could Limit the Stock's Downside, Analyst Says

Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen said the company is working with its manufacturers to see how they can work together to reduce the costs for its financially constrained customers.

Kroger CEO says half its customers are under financial strain

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America's #1 Organic and Free From brand reaches 10-year milestone, crediting success to accessibility and simple ingredients CINCINNATI , Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared its $3+ billion Simple Truth® brand is marking its tenth anniversary, celebrating a decade of offering customers affordable and unique foods made with simple ingredients. "A decade ago, Simple Truth was born when we identified that our customers wanted a simpler way to shop for Free From and Organic products," said Juan De Paoli, vice president of Our Brands.

Kroger Celebrates 10 Years of Simple Truth®

New brand campaign highlights health services conveniently available to customers in Kroger Family of Stores CINCINNATI , Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the health care division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is unveiling its new brand campaign, "A World of Care is In-Store." The campaign focuses on the many ways customers can take advantage of the wide variety of expert and credible health services conveniently available to them in their hometown grocery store.

"A World of Care is In-Store" for Kroger Health patients

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While operating and supply costs may be challenging in the current market environment, top line growth shows Albertsons and Kroger should have the ability to sustain their bottom lines.

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