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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 Co  (NYSE:KR) announced third-quarter earnings of 88 cents per share earlier -- better than analysts' expectations of 82 cents per share -- and a revenue beat of $33.96 billion.

Options Bulls Blast Kroger Stock on Quarterly Win

Kroger (KR) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 7.32% and 0.59%, respectively, for the quarter ended October 2022. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Kroger (KR) Surpasses Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

The Cincinnati-based grocery store operator on Thursday reported third-quarter revenue of $34.2 billion, up from $31.9 billion a year ago.

Kroger's Sales Continued to Climb in Third Quarter

The grocer said profit for the full year is expected to be $4.05 to $4.15 per share versus a prediction of $3.95 to $4.05 per share earlier.

Kroger Stock Rises on Improved Full-Year Outlook

Kroger on Thursday raised its forecast for the year after stronger third-quarter sales topped Wall Street expectations and inflation continued to push up the prices shoppers pay for milk, eggs and other groceries.

Kroger hikes forecast after stronger grocery sales top estimates

Kroger Co. stock KR, -0.32% jumped 2.5% in premarket trade Thursday, after the supermarket chain posted better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and raised its full-year guidance. The company, which is attempting to merge with Albertsons Cos.

Kroger stock pops 2.5% premarket after earnings beat and as company raises its full-year guidance

Third Quarter Highlights Identical Sales without fuel increased 6.9% Operating Profit of $841 million; Adjusted FIFO Operating Profit of $1,094 million EPS of $0.55; Adjusted EPS of $0.88 Company is executing its go-to-market strategy to deliver value for customers Our Brands identical sales increased 10.4% Digital sales grew 10% Fresh Produce Initiative accelerated with a total of 1,252 stores certified, driving higher identical sales CINCINNATI , Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its third quarter 2022 results and will update investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital continues to position Kroger for long-term sustainable growth. Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen "Kroger achieved strong results in the third quarter as we continue to execute our Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital strategy.

Kroger Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance

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Albertsons Companies

A bipartisan Senate panel on Tuesday expressed skepticism toward the planned merger of grocery-store chains Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos., with lawmakers raising questions about the prospect of higher food prices, stifled competition and an expansion of so-called “food deserts” where supermarket access is scarce.

Kroger-Albertsons merger deal seen leading to higher prices, less competition by lawmakers grilling CEOs

Leaders of the two companies faced questions about how the deal could shake up the competitive landscape — and the prices consumers pay at the store.

Kroger, Albertsons CEOs defend grocery tie-up, say deal won't hurt competition

Here's everything you need to know and what the largest-ever grocery merger might mean for prices.

Kroger, Albertsons CEOs Defend $25B Merger Before Senate

When Christine Martinez found out last month that Kroger and Albertsons planned to merge in a deal worth nearly $25 billion, she thought, "here we go again."

Kroger and Albertsons want to create a grocery empire. The last supermarket mega-merger backfired

The three major U.S. equity indexes closed lower on Monday. The Dow Jones industrials ended the day down 1.45%, the S&P 500 closed 1.54% lower and the Nasdaq retreated 1.58%.

Earnings Previews: Dollar General, Kroger

Kroger's (KR) third-quarter results are likely to reflect the efforts undertaken to strengthen its position not only with respect to products but also in terms of the way consumers prefer shopping.

Here's How Kroger (KR) Looks Placed Ahead of Q3 Earnings

The Kroger Co. (KR) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.

Why Earnings Season Could Be Great for The Kroger Co. (KR)

The companies' CEOs are likely to face questions on how the proposed $20 billion deal would affect competition and shoppers.

Kroger, Albertsons Expected to Defend Grocery Merger at Senate Hearing

The world's biggest retailer may be looking over its shoulder soon. The Kroger-Albertsons mega-merger would create a company with about 5,000 U.S. stores, a close second to Walmart's 5,335 in the United States.

Kroger-Albertsons Merger Spells Doom, Gloom And Boom

CINCINNATI , Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced its Board of Directors has been named a top 20 finalist for the 2022 NACD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards. The awards recognize boards that have improved their governance and created long-term value for stakeholders by implementing forward-thinking diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) practices.

Kroger Board of Directors named a Finalist for the 2022 NACD Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awards

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Kroger (KR) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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The Kroger Co. raised its full-year expectations, expecting identical sales excluding fuel to grow 4% to 4.5% YoY. The Albertsons merger is very favorable for Kroger shareholders because of its price, synergy benefits, and geographic sales diversification.

Kroger: Merger With Albertsons A Strong Catalyst

Grocer to sell more than 6 million pounds of cranberries CINCINNATI , Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced trends heading into the Thanksgiving holiday, sharing that it will sell 55 million pounds of turkey, as 85 percent of surveyed customers celebrating say they will enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal cooked at their home or in the homes of family and friends, according to 84.51º, Kroger's retail and data science, insights and media arm.* "Thanks to our amazing team of associates, Kroger is prepared to help our shoppers make holiday memories this season with all of their favorite family recipes and Thanksgiving staples—including 55 million pounds of turkey," said Stuart Aitken, Kroger Senior Vice President and Chief Merchant & Marketing Officer.

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