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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.

I wrote about Kroger last time as a contrarian play with a large upside potential (up to ~50%) in the near to mid-term (3~5 years). This article focuses on its prospects in the longer term, and examines it under the framework of perpetual growth and Buffett's 10x Pretax Rule.

Kroger's Perpetual Growth Prospects And Buffett's 10x Pretax Rule

Grocery giant The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) reported first quarter results on Thursday but management's move to lift its full-year guidance despite looming inflation caught investor attention. Speaking on CNBC's “Closing Bell” on Thursday, Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen said he is confident “at-home cooking” trends driven by COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions are here to stay.

Kroger CEO expects continued momentum from at-home cooking trends

The supermarket chain raised its 2021 outlook after a strong first quarter.

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Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter EPS and sales results and raised FY21 guidance. The company also announced a $1 billion buyback.

Why Kroger Shares Are Trading Higher Today

American grocery chain The Kroger Co. ( KR , Financial) has revealed its first-quarter earnings results that beat analyst estimates on Thursday.

Kroger Beats 1st-Quarter Estimates on Strong Digital Growth

The Kroger Co.'s digital channels just keep growing. The company reported Thursday (June 17) that, for the quarter ending May 22, 2021, it saw digital sales grow 16 percent over Q1 2020, a quarter in which digital sales already grew 92 percent, marking 108 percent growth on a two-year stack.

Grocery Roundup: Kroger's Digital Sales Hold Strong As Shopper Behavior Normalizes

Kroger (KR) reports better-than-expected first-quarter fiscal 2021 results. The quarter reflects significant investments to enhance product freshness and quality, and expand digital capabilities.

Kroger (KR) Beats on Q1 Earnings & Sales, Lifts FY21 Guidance

U.S. grocer Kroger Co said on Thursday its average hourly rate with some benefits would reach $21 by the end of the year, as the retail and restaurant industry scrambles to bring in new workers to meet heightened demand.

Kroger says average hourly rate to reach $21 with benefits

Kroger Co. ( KR , Financial) released its first-quarter results before the opening bell on June 17.

Kroger's 1st-Quarter Earnings: Key Takeaways for Investors

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Kroger Co (NYSE: KR) reported first-quarter FY21 sales of $41.3 billion, down 0.6% year-on-year, beating the consensus estimate of $39.78 billion.  Same-store sales, excluding fuel, fell 4.1% Y/Y.

Kroger Beats On Q1 Earnings, Raises FY21 Guidance

Kroger Co on Thursday raised its forecast for annual profit and topped quarterly sales estimates, as investments to improve its pickup and delivery services helped the U.S. grocer counter slowing at-home eating trend and fend off competition.

Kroger lifts annual forecasts as online grocery investments click

Kroger Co. reported first-quarter net income totaling $140 million, or 18 cents per share, down from $1.212 billion, or $1.52 per share, last year. Adjusted EPS was $1.19, down from $1.22 last year and ahead of the FactSet consensus for $1.01.

Kroger raises full year guidance, announces $1 billion share buyback program

Shares of Kroger (NYSE:KR) rose 1% in pre-market trading after the company reported Q1 results. Quarterly Results Earnings per share fell 2.46% year over year to $1.19, which beat the estimate of $1.01.

Recap: Kroger Q1 Earnings

CINCINNATI, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its first quarter 2021 results and will update investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital initiatives are positioning Kroger for long-term sustainable growth. Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen "Kroger is even better positioned to connect with our customers than we were prior to the pandemic as a result of our relentless focus on leading with fresh and accelerating with digital.

Kroger Delivers Strong First Quarter Results and Raises Full-Year 2021 Guidance

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Kroger's (KR) first-quarter results are likely to reflect drop in pantry-loading trends that might have hurt the company's top-line performance.

Kroger (KR) Queued for Q1 Earnings: Factors to Consider

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Kroger Earnings: What to Watch

The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) shares have found strong support above the $36 level, but Goldman Sachs lowered its rating to “sell” from “neutral.” Kroger announced the opening of its Customer Fulfillment Center in Florida, and the company's management remains very optimistic about its outlook.

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