KROGER CO
Kroger operates a retail grocery business with supermarkets, pharmacies and fuel centers, serving customers in stores and through online platforms. As of January 31, 2026, it operated 2,697 supermarkets in 35 states and the District of Columbia. Its digital services include Pickup and Delivery. Kroger also sells private-label products under brands including Private Selection®, Kroger®, Smart Way® and Simple Truth®. Kroger earns money primarily by selling products to customers in its stores, fuel centers and online, and also generates income from advertising and other businesses that use its customer data and retail capabilities. Kroger Precision Marketing provides targeted advertising solutions to consumer-packaged goods companies and other industry partners across digital and in-store channels. Kroger is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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See all $KR insider activity →JAGGAER's procurement platform offers spend analytics and AI automation. Kroger aims for $4bn in cost savings by 2029 through direct sourcing. Sirion's report finds 84% of firms negotiate wrong contract terms. Spendesk partners with Fulham FC for AI-driven spend management. Walmart's 20x25 initiative promotes sustainable commodity sourcing.
Kroger and Albertsons are in a legal dispute over their failed merger, with both sides blaming each other for not adequately addressing antitrust concerns. The court is reviewing their divestiture strategies. Additionally, Schnucks extended its savings campaign, Ahold Delhaize USA is modernizing store tech, and H Mart is expanding in Texas. Kroger is promoting its AI shopping assistant for Thanksgiving planning.
Jefferies reported grocery basket prices fell at six of seven major retailers, with the average price dropping to $82.40. Kroger (KR) saw its lowest prices since June, while Walmart (WMT) increased prices but remained the cheapest. Giant and Albertsons (ACI) were the most expensive. Target (TGT) and Food Lion also decreased prices. Promotions were at their highest since July, with Food Lion leading. Mondelez (MDLZ) and Campbell (CPB) products were among the most promoted.
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JAGGAER's procurement platform offers spend analytics and AI automation. Kroger aims for $4bn in cost savings by 2029 through direct sourcing. Sirion's report finds 84% of firms negotiate wrong contract terms. Spendesk partners with Fulham FC for AI-driven spend management. Walmart's 20x25 initiative promotes sustainable commodity sourcing.
Kroger and Albertsons are in a legal dispute over their failed merger, with both sides blaming each other for not adequately addressing antitrust concerns. The court is reviewing their divestiture strategies. Additionally, Schnucks extended its savings campaign, Ahold Delhaize USA is modernizing store tech, and H Mart is expanding in Texas. Kroger is promoting its AI shopping assistant for Thanksgiving planning.
Jefferies reported grocery basket prices fell at six of seven major retailers, with the average price dropping to $82.40. Kroger (KR) saw its lowest prices since June, while Walmart (WMT) increased prices but remained the cheapest. Giant and Albertsons (ACI) were the most expensive. Target (TGT) and Food Lion also decreased prices. Promotions were at their highest since July, with Food Lion leading. Mondelez (MDLZ) and Campbell (CPB) products were among the most promoted.
Kroger and 17 affiliates seek dismissal of a Sony Music lawsuit over alleged unauthorized music use in social media ads, citing jurisdictional issues and the Cox v. Sony precedent. Sony claims 392 instances of infringement, while Kroger argues procedural flaws and lack of oversight over influencers' actions. A hearing is set for January 14.
Kroger has asked a federal court to dismiss Sony Music's lawsuit alleging copyright infringement in social media ads. Kroger argues Sony's complaint is vague and lacks jurisdiction, citing the Supreme Court's Cox ruling. Sony sued in August over 392 alleged unauthorized uses of recordings. Kroger's motion lists six reasons for dismissal and challenges Sony's ownership claims and liability arguments. A hearing is scheduled for January 14, 2027.
A think tank urges regulators to block Kroger's $1.65B acquisition of Giant Eagle, citing potential harm to consumers and workers. The deal, approved by Kroger's board, would expand Kroger's data collection and reduce competition, according to the study. Kroger would pay $1.25B in cash and assume $400M in liabilities. The FTC previously blocked Kroger's merger with Albertson's.
Kroger aims for e-commerce to reach 30% of its business, targeting US$500 million in additional EBITDA by 2029. The company plans to leverage its 2,700 stores, improve automation, and focus on fresh food, delivery speed, and personalization. Current online business is US$18 billion, with only 1 in 7 store customers shopping online.
Kroger plans to build a $14M, 100,099-square-foot store in Mansfield, Texas, near Dallas, with construction starting in March 2027. H-E-B also announced plans to expand a nearby location, potentially increasing competition. Neither company provided a grand opening date.
Kroger is modernizing stores with digital labels, RFID, robots, and AI to standardize operations and improve efficiency. The company aims to install 36M digital labels in 2,400 stores by 2029 and deploy 2,100 robots. RFID in bakeries has reduced waste and increased sales. Kroger targets $500M in savings by 2029, with technology improving associate productivity and customer service.
Kroger and Albertsons were ordered to submit detailed reports on store divestitures related to their failed $24.6B merger. Albertsons seeks $9.3B in damages, alleging Kroger's antitrust efforts were insufficient. The judge wants a timeline of all FTC and state AG communications. Kroger's former CEO testified the merger had little chance due to FTC opposition.
