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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.

CINCINNATI, Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its inaugural Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator cohort – Maazah, Nona Lim, Queen Charlotte's Pimento Cheese Royale, Simply Southern Sides, and Soupergirl. "We invented the Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator to discover the best, most innovative, and freshest local and regional products – and our group of winners is just that," said Dan De La Rosa, Kroger's group vice president of fresh merchandising.

Kroger Announces 2021 Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator Cohort

Kroger (KR) closed the most recent trading day at $42.28, moving +1.27% from the previous trading session.

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Kroger Co. has partnered with Lyft Inc. to offer discounted rides to and from COVID-19 vaccination appointments. Customers in certain markets can go to the Kroger website where they will receive a code that will provide $12 per ride and make an appointment for a Kroger pharmacy or The Little Clinic location.

Kroger partners with Lyft for discount COVID vaccine rides

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With the popularity of ghost kitchens on the rise because of the coronavirus pandemic, Kroger has unveiled a new dining option for customers.

Kroger partners with ghost kitchen company, Kitchen United, to provide customers with meal pick up and delivery from restaurants

CINCINNATI, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced their partnership with Lyft Healthcare, Inc., the healthcare subsidiary of rideshare company Lyft, Inc., to provide access to discounted rides to and from COVID-19 vaccine appointments. This partnership is part of Lyft's Vaccine Access Program and Kroger Health's continued efforts to vaccinate Americans, especially those with limited access to transportation.

Kroger Health Teams Up with Lyft to Provide Americans with Access to Rides to COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

On Wednesday (Aug. 4), top U.S. grocer Kroger announced a partnership with Kitchen United, one of the leading companies bringing ghost kitchens, which are off-premises-only restaurants available via online ordering. Through the partnership, Kitchen United will bring up to six restaurant brands — a combination of local establishments and national chains — to the grocer's […]

Kroger Brings Ghost Kitchens To Stores With Kitchen United Partnership

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Kroger, the nation's largest supermarket chain, and Kitchen United are partnering to put ghost kitchens inside grocery stores.

Kroger partners with Kitchen United for ghost kitchens in its grocery stores

CINCINNATI and PASADENA, Calif., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, and ghost kitchen industry leader Kitchen United announced a partnership to offer customers freshly prepared, on-demand restaurant food.

Kroger and Kitchen United Partner to Provide Customers On-Demand Meal Pick Up and Delivery from Popular Restaurants

CINCINNATI, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Elaine Chao has been elected to the company's board of directors. "We are pleased to welcome Elaine to Kroger," said Rodney McMullen, Kroger's chairman and CEO.

Kroger Elects Elaine Chao to Board of Directors

Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) is an American retail company and one of the largest supermarkets in the United States.

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INDIANAPOLIS, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger's Central Division and its associates working in central Illinois area stores have ratified new labor agreements with UFCW Local 536. Kroger Central Division will invest $11.3 million in wage increases during the three-year term of the new agreements.

Kroger Central Division and Central Illinois Associates Ratify New Agreements

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I wrote about Kroger Co. in the past with a bull thesis, considering its large upside potential in the short term and double-digit total return potential. The 2021 Q1 earnings release reinforces the above bull thesis and this article will comment on some of the highlights.

Kroger Co.: Q1 Earnings Release Reinforces Our Bull Thesis

CINCINNATI, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inclusion Companies LLC, in partnership with The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), and festival co-founder Jewel announced the lineup of talent, events and experiences taking place at The Wellness Experience by Kroger on Aug. 20-21 in Cincinnati, OH. The two-day, free health and wellness festival, presented by Molson Coors Beverage Company and L.A.

The Wellness Experience by Kroger and Co-Founder Jewel Announce Star-Studded Festival Lineup

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CINCINNATI, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced Rob Quast has been promoted to Head of Investor Relations. "Rob is a seasoned financial professional and respected leader within Kroger," said Gary Millerchip, Kroger's chief financial officer.

Kroger Names New Head of Investor Relations

The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) shares are trading higher. Strength is possibly due to renewed COVID-19 concerns.

Why Is Kroger's Stock Trading Higher Today?

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The rise of the delta variant of Covid has complicated predictions about when people will return to pre-pandemic levels of dining out.

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ATLANTA, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger's Atlanta division and members of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 1996 in Atlanta and Savannah ratified new labor agreements on July 7 and July 8. "The Kroger organization has invested more than $800 million in wage increases nationally in the last three years and is committed to continuing to invest significantly in associates' pay in 2021," said Tim Massa, Kroger's senior vice president and chief people officer.

Kroger Atlanta and Savannah Associates Ratify New Agreements with UFCW Local 1996

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