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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.

Signature Cave Aged cheeses bring home several honors; award-winning goat milk cheese to debut this fall CINCINNATI , Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today shared that Murray's Cheese Cave Aged Cheese line received numerous accolades at the American Cheese Society annual conference, bringing home five awards. Murray's operates more than 1,000 cheese counters in Kroger Family of Stores, creating the customer experience Murray's has become known for at its flagship Greenwich Village store.

Murray's Cheese Wins Big at the American Cheese Society Annual Conference

Kroger has shown consistent growth and a strong balance sheet over the years, making it a reliable and steady performer in the market. The company's valuation is currently at the low end of its fair value range, making it a reasonable investment option in my view. Kroger offers stability and dividend growth potential, with a low current payout ratio and a dividend yield of 2.5%.

Kroger: A Dividend Growth Investors Dream But Upside Is Limited

Mission Produce

Kellogg

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Seasonal customer favorite returns; sourced directly from local farms in Hatch, New Mexico CINCINNATI , July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared that seasonal customer favorite, fresh Private Selection™ Hatch Chiles, are now available for a limited time at Kroger Family of Stores nationwide. Grown on local farms in the Hatch Valley of southwestern New Mexico's Rio Grande region, Hatch Chiles are picked, packed and shipped in a single day, hitting shelves in as little as 24-hours after harvest.

Hatch Chiles are Back at Kroger

Retailer opens new spoke serving Mt. Zion, Northern Kentucky area INDEPENDENCE, Ky.

Kroger Delivery Expands in Kentucky

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Chubb

Comcast

Cisco Systems

Dick's Sporting Goods

General Mills

HSBC Holdings

iShares Core S&P 500 ETF

Johnson & Johnson

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Mondelez

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Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF

My U.S. dividend growth portfolio, constructed in 2015, has outperformed the market by over 2% annually. The portfolio was designed to be resilient in a major stock market correction, focusing on dividend achievers with at least 10 years of dividend growth. For building a similar portfolio in 2023, I considered valuation and growth, leaning towards larger cap or mega-cap stocks, and factored in retirement income needs.

Building The Dividend Growth Portfolio In 2023

The Kroger Health Savings Club will provide members and their families with savings of up to 85% on thousands of prescription drugs    CINCINNATI , July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced the launch of its revamped Kroger Health Savings Club (KHSC), a membership program developed with the goal of providing members and their families with savings on commonly prescribed medications. The savings program aims to make medications more affordable and accessible for members and their families.

Kroger Health Launches Revamped Savings Program to Bring Value to Customers

Stock up on crayons, colored pencils, markers and more for just $1 CINCINNATI , July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared back-to-school savings with Locked In Low prices on the key supplies students need to gear up for an exciting new school year, offering more than 250 items for less than $3 . "As students return to the classroom, the supplies they need to study and learn should not break the bank," said Carlo Baldan, group vice president of Center Store Merchandising.

Save Big on Back to School with Kroger--more than 250 items less than $3

Amazon

Walmart

Higher prices were good for Walmart Inc. last year, as raging inflation steered shoppers toward discounts. Now, lower prices are also good for the retailer, and those prices could fall even further, Piper Sandler analyst Edward Yruma said in upgrading the stock.

Walmart's grocery discounts are deeper than Kroger's or Amazon's, and more low prices could be on the way: analyst

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DTE Energy

Fiverr

Procter & Gamble

Inflation resistant stocks might seem an idea destined for gradual irrelevance based on economic reports from the past few weeks. First up, the headline print of the June jobs report came in lower than expected, representing a rather sharp pivot from prior labor market data.

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Kroger (KR) is actively expanding its product portfolio while pursuing technological advancements to strengthen its omni-channel presence.

Kroger (KR) Strengthens Its Market Presence: Find Out How

Home Depot

Unilever

Many analysts have been calling for an imminent recession. And yet, the economy keeps hanging in there.

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Specialty Food Purveyor Brings Approachability and Creativity to the World of Cheese NEW YORK , July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Murray's Cheese unveiled a new logo, visual brand and website today, bringing vast product expertise together with the heritage brand's passionate, creative spirit. Building on its storied New York City history, Murray's new look features playful illustrations that bring the upbeat experience at their cheese counter, where cheesemongers are known for sharing their passion and expertise, to life in print and online.

Murray's Cheese Introduces New Visual Brand and Website

The membership celebrates a year of savings with a special anniversary offer for new members CINCINNATI , July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that in the first year of its paid membership program, Boost by Kroger Plus, members saved more than $115 million. The retailer is celebrating with a special anniversary offer, sharing that new members who enroll in a new annual membership from July 19 through August 8, will automatically receive 1,000 bonus Fuel Points.

Boost by Kroger Plus Members Saved more than $115 Million in Program's Inaugural Year

AMC Entertainment

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BlackBerry

Bed Bath & Beyond

GameStop

Nokia

Virgin Galactic

Meme stocks have climbed higher in 2023 as part of a broader rally. A fund that tracks retail traders' favorites has jumped 60% year-to-date, and recently hit a one-year high.

Meme stocks are rallying again – and that's bad news for the market

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Ulta Beauty

Investing in the best retail stocks can be an enticing prospect, but it's imperative to tread with caution. Shoppers have fueled much of the retail sales growth we've seen by spending more on gasoline and other essential goods, a silver lining against the backdrop of spiraling inflation.

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Awarded maximum score of 100 and named a best place to work for disability inclusion CINCINNATI , July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced it received a top score on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI), making the company a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for the fourth year in a row. "Kroger is honored to earn this recognition for the fourth consecutive year.

Kroger Earns Top Score on Disability:IN's 2023 Disability Equality Index

The stock market rally of 2023 has been criticized by more than a few for being concentrated in just a few big tech companies.

The meme stocks are back and that could be a red flag for the stock market, says strategist

Albertsons Companies

Albertsons Companies saw a 7% increase in its share price last year, driven by a rise in identical and digital sales and a 15% increase in loyalty membership. The company is highly leveraged, posing a potential risk to its financial position and shareholders. It is also in the process of merging with Kroger, a move expected to bring significant growth opportunities. Albertsons' Q4 FY 2022 performance saw net sales rise to $18.3 billion, driven by a 5.6% increase in identical sales, retail price increase, and pharmacy growth.

Albertsons Companies: The Kroger Merger Will Potentially Transform The Company

CINCINNATI , July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Wellness Festival presented by PepsiCo featuring Gatorade returns September 22 and 23, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to Downtown Cincinnati.

Kroger Wellness Festival Returns September 22 & 23 in Cincinnati

Cia Brasileira de Distribuicao

The Zacks Retail - Supermarkets industry participants have been benefiting from robust omnichannel initiatives, rising store traffic and solid online demand. Walmart (WMT), The Kroger Co. (KR) and Companhia Brasileira (CBD) are notable stocks in the industry.

3 Supermarket Stocks Worth Watching on Solid Industry Trends

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Target

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF

Investing as often, and early, as you can allows compound interest (aka dividends) to work it's magic. The retirement accounts brought in a total dividend income amount of $1,948.91 or 36% of the dividend income total. There were 9 dividend increases, including the exchange traded funds (ETFs) in the mix, such as VYM, VOO and VIG.

Dividend Income Summary: Lanny's June 2023 Summary

Debit remains among consumers' preferred payment methods, allowing them to spend only the funds on hand.  But for merchants, rewarding consumers for using debit cards — specifically, merchant-branded cards — may hold an uneven track record.

Did Kroger Just Trade Debit Rewards for Digital Coupons and Credit?

CF Industries Holdings

Valero Energy

With the most recent read on inflation seemingly suggesting a trajectory of disinflation, the very concept of dividend stocks for stability seems overly cautious. Fundamentally, I would gently suggest a rethink of this framework.

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