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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.

The sale of KR's specialty pharmacy to Elevance Health enables the company to focus on core strengths while enhancing patient care and supporting growth.

Kroger Announces Sale of Specialty Pharmacy Unit to Elevance Health

Find savings on favorite deli items, adult beverages, fan gear and more CINCINNATI , Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared tailgating staples and savings for customers to enjoy during their next pre-game bash or sporting event watch party. "The best part of every sporting event is enjoying the comradery between friends and family, whether it's sharing a pizza, grilling burgers and hot dogs or playing cornhole, the pre-game festivities are always memorable," said Carlo Baldan, group vice president of center store merchandising at Kroger.

Score Big with Tailgating Staples this Season at Kroger

Retailer finalizes sale to Elevance Health CINCINNATI , Oct. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the transaction to sell its specialty pharmacy business to Elevance Health has closed. Kroger announced a definitive agreement with Elevance Health for the sale on March 18, 2024.

Kroger Closes Sale of Specialty Pharmacy Business

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This Berkshire/Buffett holdings from Kiplinger first appeared on 8/16/24 on BKH's SEC-Form13F. Kiplinger, YCharts, and Dogs-of-The-Dow all track this BRK batch. Here is your update from 9/30/24 YCharts data. 25 of 41 current BRK-owned stocks pay dividends. As of 9/30/24, the Top 10 ranged from 2.23% to 4.56% by annual yield, and 29 of 41 ranged from 0.26% to 46.69% in broker-estimated target-price-upsides. Analysts project 10-50.2% net gains for top Buffett-held dividend stocks by September 2025, with Sirius XM and Occidental Petroleum leading in estimated returns.

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Food, water and funds going to support those affected CINCINNATI , Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced it is supporting disaster relief with various activations, food and funds across the affected regions. "Our associates, customers, communities and neighbors are deeply affected in the Hurricane Helene aftermath, and we are joining forces with organizations across the country to step up and provide support," said Rodney McMullen, Kroger's chairman and CEO.

Kroger Supports Disaster Response to Uplift Communities Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Kroger celebrates customers with the hottest deals and digital coupons CINCINNATI , Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced it will kick off a mega-sales event honoring customers with the retailer's hottest deals and digital coupons during Customer Appreciation Week running September 25-October 1.

Customer Appreciation Week Coming to Kroger

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Food prices are soaring. But don't blame gouging and corporate greed, says a new analyst report.

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The family-friendly meals were created with Jennifer Anderson, MSPH, RDN, and orders benefit Feeding America CHICAGO , Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As families settle into a new school year and schedules get busier, Home Chef – the leading meal solutions company available both online and in stores – is partnering with Kids Eat in Color's Jennifer Anderson, MSPH, RDN, on a limited-time menu of wholesome, delicious meals that bring ease and fun to family dinner.

Home Chef Brings Dietitian-Crafted, Kid-Tested Recipes from Kids Eat in Color® to its Family Menu

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CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday reviewed stocks that have historically performed well just after the Federal Reserve embarks on a cutting cycle and chose his favorites. Using data compiled by CNBC Pro, Cramer discussed the top 10 stocks with the median best performance during three months after an initial cut over the past 40 years.

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CINCINNATI , Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co.'s (NYSE: KR) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of 32 cents per share to be paid on December 1, 2024, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on November 15, 2024.

Kroger's Board of Directors Declares Quarterly Dividend

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Kroger and Albertsons were expected to present their closing arguments Tuesday in a U.S. District Court hearing on their proposed merger, which the federal government hopes to block.

Kroger and Albertsons wrap up court hearing for their merger

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

Kroger (KR) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?

Customers invited to join in and round up purchases; debuts commercial raising awareness around food insecurity CINCINNATI , Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co.'s (NYSE: KR) Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation today announced its annual Hunger Action Month campaign, directing all funds raised in Kroger Family of Stores during the month of September to the Feeding America network of food banks in our communities.

Kroger Celebrates Hunger Action Month

The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) legal challenge against the proposed $24.6 billion merger of Kroger (KR) and Albertsons (ACI) is set to end in an Oregon federal court Tuesday, with a judge to rule whether the regulator's antitrust argument is sufficient to halt the combination.

What's at Stake as FTC's Legal Fight Against Kroger-Albertsons Merger Ends

Supermarket chains Kroger KR 0.50%increase; green up pointing triangle and Albertsons ACI -1.05%decrease; red down pointing triangle have put their $20 billion merger on hold after antitrust enforcers sued to block the deal. The outcome of the antitrust trial involving the Federal Trade Commission, set to conclude on Tuesday, could open up some interesting deal possibilities for the grocery industry.

Kroger Antitrust Case Could Open Up New Bag of M&A Possibilities

The trial where U.S. anti-trust regulators made their case to block Kroger's $25 billion bid to buy rival grocer Albertsons will conclude on Tuesday, but the deal's legal challenges have just begun, with two more trials this month to hear complaints the merger could jack up grocery bills.

Kroger-Albertson's US anti-trust trial to end but other legal blocks loom

Cakes designed by associates during Enterprise-wide decorating contest CINCINNATI , Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared new cakes, inspired by Disney and Pixar's Cars and Toy Story, are now available in Kroger's Family of Stores across the country.

Cakes Inspired by Disney and Pixar's Cars and Toy Story Available at Kroger

A weekslong court battle is playing out in Oregon right now that could determine the future of your grocery shopping—with one side arguing the largest proposed supermarket merger in U.S. history will drive up prices, and the other side assuring it will benefit consumers.

Is the Kroger-Albertsons merger really doomed? The deal's chances, and what it means for consumers, explained

Kroger's NYSE: KR stock price has struggled since early 2022 when the pandemic-driven bubble burst. There are still hurdles, including the stalled merger with Albertsons Companies NYSE: ACI, but they are diminishing, and investors are faced with a win-win situation regardless of them.

Kroger Stock is a Win-Win for Buy-and-Hold Investors

Kroger's stock surged due to Q2 2024 revenue and adjusted earnings exceeding expectations despite a miss on earnings per share. The company's digital sales and new product introductions contributed significantly to revenue growth, showcasing strong performance in e-commerce. Despite mixed profitability metrics, Kroger's shares remain attractively priced, supporting a 'buy' rating.

Kroger: Still On Sale After Q2 2024 Earnings

Retailer recognized for earning the confidence of consumers, investors and associates CINCINNATI , Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced it has been recognized by Newsweek as one of "World's Most Trustworthy Companies" for 2024.

Kroger Named a "World's Most Trustworthy" Company by Newsweek

Kroger has faced pushback from the Federal Trade Commission over its planned merger with Albertsons.

The end of Kroger's FTC battle is the next catalyst for the retailer, says analyst

The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call September 12, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Rob Quast - Senior Director of IR Rodney McMullen - Chairman and CEO Todd Foley - Interim CFO Conference Call Participants Edward Kelly - Wells Fargo Securities Kelly Bania - BMO Capital Markets Anders Myhre - Guggenheim Partners Leah Jordan - Goldman Sachs Simeon Gutman - Morgan Stanley Michael Montani - Evercore ISI Kenneth Goldman - JPMorgan Rupesh Parikh - Oppenheimer Mark Carden - UBS Robert Ohmes - Bank of America Merrill Lynch Chuck Cerankosky - Northcoast Research Joe Feldman - Telsey Advisory Group Operator Good morning, and welcome to The Kroger Co. Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note this event is being recorded.

The Kroger Co. (KR) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript

As economic uncertainty looms, Kroger Co (NYSE: KR) is emerging as a potential haven for investors. The grocery giant, known for its strong consumer staples portfolio, offers a solid dividend yield of 2.34%, positioning it well to deliver stable returns during tough economic times.

Billionaires, including Warren Buffett, invest in Kroger stock: should you follow suit?

Kroger delivers adjusted earnings of 93 cents per share, edging past the Zacks Consensus Estimate by one cent.

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