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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.

Kroger's (KR) fourth-quarter sales increase year over year, courtesy of burgeoning demand for fresh, convenient food and meal solutions. Digital sales surge 118% during the quarter.

Kroger's (KR) Q4 Earnings Top Estimates, Digital Sales Spike

Kroger Co on Thursday forecast strong annual earnings as it reins in costs after record sales for 2020 on a boom in demand for groceries during the pandemic.

Kroger caps pandemic-fueled record year with upbeat profit forecast

Kroger (KR) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 17.39% and -0.89%, respectively, for the quarter ended January 2021. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Kroger (KR) Surpasses Q4 Earnings Estimates

Kroger posted mixed fourth-quarter results, but the stock edged higher as the grocer's bottom line and full-year outlook came in easily ahead of expectations.

Kroger Posted Mixed Results. Why Its Outlook Matters More for the Stock.

Shares of Kroger (NYSE:KR) decreased 1.7% in pre-market trading after the company reported Q4 results. Quarterly Results Earnings per share were up 42.11% over the past year to $0.81, which beat the estimate of $0.69.

Kroger: Q4 Earnings Insights

Kroger Co. reported a fourth-quarter net loss of $77.0 million, or 10 cents per share, after net income of $327.0 million, or 40 cents per share, last year. Adjusted EPS of 81 cents was ahead of the FactSet consensus of 69 cents.

Kroger shares rise after earnings beat

CINCINNATI, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results. Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen "I am incredibly humbled by the strength of our associates and what we continue to accomplish together. Our...

Kroger Delivers Strong Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2020 Results

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Kroger's (KR) fourth-quarter results are likely to reflect investments made to bolster omni-channel operations and improve supply chain to ensure swift customer service.

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CINCINNATI, March 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the retirement of Mike Donnelly, executive vice president and COO, after more than 42 years of distinguished service, effective later this spring. A succession plan will be announced at a later date. "With...

Kroger Announces Retirement of EVP and COO Mike Donnelly

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Shares of Kroger Co. slumped 1.2% in afternoon trading Tuesday, after BofA Securities analyst Robert Ohmes turned bearish ahead of the grocers earnings report due out next week. Ohmes downgraded Kroger to underperform from neutral, and slashed its stock price target to $28, which is 15.6% below current levels, from $40.

Kroger stock falls after BofA analyst turns bearish, about a week ahead of earnings report

Grocery chain Kroger Co (NYSE: KR) faces difficult comparisons ahead and the stock's valuation could be pressured by negative identical sales in fiscal 2022. The Kroger Analyst: BofA Securities analyst Robert Ohmes downgraded Kroger's stock from Neutral to Underperform with a price target lowered from $40 to $28.

BofA Turns Bearish On Kroger Ahead Of Tough Comparisons

Kroger stock fell after an analyst warned the supermarket's shares look pricey, given difficult comparisons and the potential for higher expenses.

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Kroger has confirmed it was among the companies affected by the data security incident that hit Accellion, according to a press release. An unauthorized person gained access to certain company files.

Kroger Reports Data Breach; Customer Data Hacked

Kroger was among the companies affected by a data breach caused by a weakness in a product offered by Accellion, a third-party company that the retailer used for secure file transfer services, according to a company press release. The breach didn't affect Kroger's IT system, the store systems, debit or credit card information, and no customer data was misused, the retailer said, but it did impact certain HR data, money service records, and pharmacy records.

Kroger says some HR data and pharmacy records were possibly compromised in data breach

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CINCINNATI, Feb. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) Family of Companies today confirmed that it was impacted by the data security incident affecting Accellion, Inc. Accellion's services were used by Kroger, as well as many other companies, for third-party secure file...

Accellion Security Incident Impacts Kroger Family of Companies Associates and Limited Number of Customers

CINCINNATI, Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announced today it will host its fourth quarter 2020 earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, March 4, 2021. Kroger's management team will comment on financial and operational results for the fourth quarter...

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Kroger looks like a good value investment in today's expensive market, and with Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway increasing their position, more investors should take a look. Based on the midpoint of full-year 2020 guidance provided by management in Q3, Kroger is trading at 10.3x P/E and 8.9x free cash flows.

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