The Kroger Co.
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $40.60B
- P/E (TTM)
- 37.42
- Forward P/E
- 28.97
- Dividend yield
- 2.12%
- 52-week range
- $54.15$76.58
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 7.89M
The Kroger Co. (KR) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $66.35 - $68.56 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $76.58 |
| 52-Week Low | $54.15 |
| Open | $67.83 |
| Volume (last close) | 7.90M |
| Average Volume (3M) | 7.89M |
| Revenue (TTM) | 161.48B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 1.08B |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 1.13B |
| EPS (TTM) | $1.73 |
| Profit Margin | 0.67% |
| Operating Margin | 1.29% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 18.56% |
| Debt to Equity | 4.13 |
| Annual Dividend | $1.44 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.12% |
| Payout Ratio | 83.25% |
| Next Dividend Ex-Date | Nov 16, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 40.60B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 608.00M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 37.42 |
| Forward P/E | 28.97 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 0.25 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 6.94 |
| EV/EBITDA | 7.47 |
| 50-Day MA | $59.08 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $63.44 |
| 1-Year Change | −1.15% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
The Kroger Co. at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, The Kroger Co. (KR) has a market capitalization of $40.60B. The stock trades at 37.4× trailing earnings, 29.0× forward earnings and 0.3× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $1.08B on revenue of $161.48B (a 0.7% profit margin) and generated $1.13B of free cash flow. Revenue grew 18.4% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $1.68B in cash and securities against $24.16B of debt, a net debt position of $22.48B.
The Kroger Co. pays a quarterly dividend totaling $1.44 per share a year, a 2.12% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 83% payout ratio and 19 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is down 1.2% over the past year. At $66.77 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $54.15 to $76.58, above its 200-day moving average of $63.44.
Based on 21 professional analyst ratings from the past 90 days, the consensus is Buy with an average price target of $69.53, 4.1% above the Oct 23, 2026 close.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Kroger Co.
What is the current stock price for KR?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, KR stock trades at $66.77. The 52-week range is $54.15–$76.58, with a day range of $66.35–$68.56.
What is the P/E ratio for KR?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, The Kroger Co.'s trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 37.4, meaning investors pay $37.4 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 29.0, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. The Kroger Co. operates in the Consumer Staples sector.
Does KR pay dividends?
Yes, The Kroger Co. pays a 2.12% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($1.44 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 83.3%. The next ex-dividend date is November 16, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for KR?
Based on ratings from 21 professional analysts over the last 90 days, the consensus for KR is Buy. The average 12-month price target is $69.53, a 4.1% upside from the Oct 23, 2026 close of $66.77.
What is the market cap of KR?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, The Kroger Co.'s market capitalization is $40.60B, classifying it as a large-cap company. The Kroger Co. operates in the Consumer Staples sector within the Grocery Stores industry.