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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

A U.S. judge has dismissed a consumer lawsuit that alleged Kroger's proposed acquisition of grocery chain operator Albertsons would lead to reduced competition and increased prices. In the Wednesday (Dec. 20) ruling, U.S.

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Kroger's Proposed Acquisition of Albertsons

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A U.S. judge on Wednesday dismissed a consumer lawsuit that claimed Kroger's proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of grocery chain operator Albertsons would diminish competition and drive up prices.

US judge again rejects shoppers' lawsuit over Kroger's Albertsons deal

Walmart

The Zacks Retail - Supermarkets industry players have been bearing the impacts of a tough economic landscape. However, robust omnichannel initiatives have been working well for Walmart (WMT) and The Kroger Co. (KR).

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From a technical perspective, Kroger (KR) is looking like an interesting pick, as it just reached a key level of support. KR recently overtook the 20-day moving average, and this suggests a short-term bullish trend.

Kroger (KR) Crossed Above the 20-Day Moving Average: What That Means for Investors

After reaching an important support level, Kroger (KR) could be a good stock pick from a technical perspective. KR surpassed resistance at the 50-day moving average, suggesting a short-term bullish trend.

Kroger (KR) Crossed Above the 50-Day Moving Average: What That Means for Investors

As grocers seek ways to monetize consumers' enthusiasm for digital culinary content, Home Chef is partnering with Delish to create meal kits based on the popular food media brand's recipes. The Kroger-owned meal kit company on Monday (Dec.

Kroger's Home Chef Partners With Delish as Grocers Monetize Recipe Content

The menu spotlights Delish's most popular recipes, delivered directly to doorsteps for the first time CHICAGO , Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter, meal solutions company  Home Chef is partnering with Delish , the internet's most fun and fastest-growing food media brand, to bring home cooks cozy, craveable meals inspired by Delish's most popular recipes. The first-of-its kind collaboration combines Delish's scrumptious recipes with Home Chef's fresh ingredients, direct delivery, and easy-to-follow instructions.

Home Chef Collaborates with Delish to Deliver Simple, Satisfying Recipes

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Cara Pratt, the Senior Vice President of Kroger KR Precision Marketing (the grocer's retail media network) isn't content with just overhauling Kroger's own ad tech platform. She wants other retailers to come on the journey to build a more trustworthy retail media ecosystem.

Kroger's Cara Pratt On A Mission To End ‘Reckless' Retail Media Spend

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SMITHFIELD, Va. , Dec. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smithfield Foods distributed 1,000 spiral sliced hams to families and individuals in the Hampton Roads, Virginia, area to help fight hunger during the holiday season.

Smithfield Foods Distributes Free "Hams for the Holidays" to Help 1,000 Families in Virginia

Chevron

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Retailer rounds up savings events and more CINCINNATI , Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared how it is providing increased savings, affordable meal planning ingredients and a holiday gift guide to customers as they prepare for the holidays. "At Kroger, we are committed to making the holiday season memorable and accessible for everyone," said Stuart Aitken, senior vice president, chief merchant and marketing officer for Kroger.

Kroger Unwraps Big Holiday Savings

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a significant step forward for autonomous B2B logistics, Gatik AI Inc. (Gatik) and The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announced the successful launch of the companies' multi-year commercial collaboration, which sees Gatik's medium-duty autonomous box trucks transporting fresh, customer-favorite products from Kroger's state-of-the-art Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) in Dallas, Texas, to multiple retail locations. To celebrate the remarkable strides made since.

Gatik and Kroger Celebrate Successful Autonomous Trucking Operations with City of Dallas and Texas State Partners

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As grocers increasingly tap contextual commerce, Kroger is making it possible for consumers to place orders for ingredients directly from their ovens' touchscreens. GE Appliances announced Wednesday (Dec.

Kroger, GE Launch In-Oven Shopping as Grocers Tap Contextual Commerce

Retailer cooks up $12 make-ahead meals using SNAP-eligible ingredients CINCINNATI , Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared affordable meal planning ideas to make dinnertime simple with make-ahead recipes that families can enjoy together, or young chefs can reheat easily in the microwave at home. "Our customers have a lot on their plate this time of year," said Carlo Baldan, group vice president of Center Store Merchandising.

Kroger Shares Make-Ahead, Home for the Holidays Meal Ideas

Kroger said on Tuesday its associates would be returning to its offices in Cincinnati and other locations for more days in the week from February next year.

Kroger employees to return to offices for more days from February

Kroger Co shares slipped nearly 2% to $44.40 in late-morning trading on Tuesday after six US lawmakers wrote to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) expressing their opposition to the supermarket and department store chain's proposed $24.6-billion acquisition of grocery chain operator Albertsons, Reuters reported.   US senators, including Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, as well as representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Summer Lee wrote in the letter that Kroger's proposal to divest 413 stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers would not address harms to consumers, workers, and the grocery industry if the merger is permitted.

Kroger stock falls as US lawmakers oppose Albertsons takeover

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Six U.S. lawmakers wrote to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Monday expressing their opposition to the proposed $24.6-billion acquisition of grocery chain operator Albertsons by peer Kroger Co , according to a letter reviewed by Reuters.

Lawmakers call on U.S. regulator to thwart Kroger-Albertsons deal

Beloved cheese retailer makes holiday gifting easy, with award-winning cheeses and must-have foods for entertaining  CINCINNATI , Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today shared that Murray's Cheese launched its new monthly club subscription program, bringing a best-in-class cheese experience to homes around the country, all year long. New York based, Murray's offers five monthly subscription clubs with one-of-a-kind access to discover exceptional cheeses and pairings.

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Kroger has teamed with Soda Health to give consumers greater access to pharmacy and nutrition services. The companies' “Smart Benefits” partnership combines Kroger Health's services with Soda Health's “&more” platform and is open to participating Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and employer benefits program recipients, per a Thursday (Dec. 7) press release.

Kroger Continues Nutritional Push With Soda Health Partnership

The program provides access to personalized benefits for food, health products, pharmacy and nutrition services as well as other social care needs CINCINNATI , Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), and Soda Health, Inc. today announced the launch of a Smart Benefits program, which combines Kroger Health's services with Soda Health's &more platform. This program allows participating Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and employer benefits program recipients to receive certain pharmacy, nutrition services and other eligible benefits at The Kroger Co.'s Family of Pharmacies, in addition to purchasing eligible food and over-the-counter health items.

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