Kroger CO

Market Movers (8-K)

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The Kroger Co. announced its agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, Inc. for approximately $1.65 billion, comprising cash and assumed liabilities, with an expected closing in 2027.
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The Kroger Co. reports the transition of Ronald L. Sargent to Non-Executive Chairman and confirms the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
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The Kroger Co. announced its first quarter 2026 financial results, reporting a 1.0% increase in identical sales without fuel and maintaining its full-year guidance.
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The Kroger Co. announced that Executive Vice President Timothy A. Massa will retire in Fall 2026, following a transition period.
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Kroger reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 adjusted financial results, alongside an optimistic outlook and strategic guidance for fiscal year 2026.
Better than expected
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The Kroger Co. announced the appointment of former Walmart U.S. and Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 10, 2026.

Quarterly Earnings (10-Q)

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Kroger reported Q1 2026 net earnings of $903 million, supported by a 13% increase in eCommerce sales and strong operational execution.
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Kroger reported a significant net loss in Q3 2025 due to a $2.6 billion impairment charge related to its automated fulfillment network, despite underlying operational strength and growth in adjusted earnings.
Worse than expected
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Kroger reported a significant increase in net earnings and diluted EPS for the second quarter, driven by strong identical sales, e-commerce growth, and cost-saving initiatives.
Better than expected
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Kroger announced its first quarter 2025 results, showing a slight dip in total sales but strong growth in identical sales excluding fuel and eCommerce, while navigating significant legal proceedings related to opioid settlements and the terminated Albertsons merger.
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Kroger's third-quarter results showed solid performance driven by pharmacy and digital sales, but the company also announced the termination of its merger agreement with Albertsons.
Worse than expected
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Kroger's second quarter results show a mixed financial performance with increased sales but decreased adjusted earnings, while the company continues to navigate its proposed merger with Albertsons.
Worse than expected
Delay expected
Capital raise

Annual Reports (10-K)

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Kroger reports a significant decline in GAAP net earnings for fiscal year 2025 due to a $2.5 billion fulfillment network impairment, despite growth in adjusted operating profit and identical sales.
Worse than expected
Capital raise
Delay expected
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Kroger's 2024 10-K filing highlights solid financial results driven by pharmacy and digital performance, despite the termination of the proposed merger with Albertsons.
Delay expected
Worse than expected
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Kroger's 10-K filing for fiscal year 2023 highlights a year of growth and strategic investments amidst a challenging operating environment, including details on their proposed merger with Albertsons.
Worse than expected
Capital raise

Insider Trading (Form 4)

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Ashok Vemuri, a Director of Kroger Co, received 3,660 shares of common stock on July 15, 2026.
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Mark S Sutton, a Director of Kroger Co, received 3,660 shares of common stock on July 15, 2026.
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Knox Judith Amanda Sourry, a Director of Kroger Co, received 3,660 shares of common stock on July 15, 2026.
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Ronald Sargent, a Director of Kroger Co, received 7,916 shares of common stock on July 15, 2026.
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Karen M Hoguet, a Director of Kroger Co, received 3,660 shares of common stock on July 15, 2026.
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Anne Gates, a Director of Kroger Co, received 3,660 shares of common stock on July 15, 2026.

Proxy Statements (Def-14A)

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The Kroger Co. has issued its proxy statement detailing upcoming annual meeting proposals, including director elections, executive compensation approval, and a shareholder proposal on GHG emissions.
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Kroger Co. announces its annual shareholder meeting to be held virtually on June 26, 2025, outlining proposals for director elections, executive compensation, auditor ratification, and various reports.
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Kroger's proxy statement highlights a commitment to growing the core business, supporting associates, and strengthening communities by focusing on customer needs and streamlining priorities.
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Kroger's proxy statement outlines key voting matters for the upcoming annual meeting, including the election of directors, executive compensation, and shareholder proposals, while highlighting the company's commitment to strong corporate governance and ESG practices.
Worse than expected

Schedule 13G - Passive Investments

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State Street Corporation has filed a Schedule 13G, reporting beneficial ownership of 30,472,064 shares of Kroger Co. common stock, representing approximately 5% of the class.
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Vanguard Capital Management reports beneficial ownership of 42,391,980 shares, representing 6.9% of Kroger's common stock, as of March 31, 2026.
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Vanguard Portfolio Management has reported a beneficial ownership of 5.18% in Kroger Co. common stock as of March 31, 2026.
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The Vanguard Group filed an amended Schedule 13G, reporting 0% beneficial ownership in Kroger Co/The following an internal realignment.
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State Street Corporation has filed a Schedule 13G, reporting beneficial ownership of 5.1% of The Kroger Co.'s common stock as of December 31, 2025.
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Wellington Management Group LLP and its affiliates reported a 5.04% beneficial ownership stake in The Kroger Co. common stock as of September 30, 2025.