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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.

Grocer recognized for outstanding corporate citizenship and commitment to Zero Hunger | Zero Waste CINCINNATI , Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced it has been recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" for 2023, earning the distinction for the fourth consecutive year. Newsweek recognizes the Top 500 most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries.

Kroger Named One of Newsweek's Most Responsible Companies for Fourth Consecutive Year

Grocer shares "home for the holidays" meal ideas for as little as $10 CINCINNATI , Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared how it is helping shoppers save as they prepare for the holidays, including affordable meal ideas while families enjoy time together. For families looking for easy, affordable meals during winter break, Kroger is suggesting options to feed a family of four at an average cost of approximately $10 per meal, including favorites such as: A traditional breakfast, including a dozen Kroger eggs, Kroger sausage patties, fresh fruit and toast.

Kroger Dishes on Ways to Save During the Holidays

Agreement increases health access, delivers pricing transparency and helps ensure affordable prices for commercial, Medicare and Medicaid customers CINCINNATI , Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (Kroger) (NYSE: KR), and its Family of Pharmacies and Prime Therapeutics LLC (Prime), a diversified pharmacy benefit manager collectively owned by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans that serves more than 33 million people, announced a direct agreement for the Kroger Family of Pharmacies to remain in-network effective January 1, 2023. "Kroger is always looking for new opportunities and collaborations to make Medicare more accessible, and our direct agreement with Prime delivers benefits for our customers and for the thousands of communities we operate in daily," said Colleen Lindholz, president of Kroger Health.

Kroger Health and Prime Therapeutics Announce Direct Agreement Continuing Access to More than 33 Million Americans

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CINCINNATI , Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced it has been named to Foundry's Computerworld 2023 Best Places to Work in IT. This year's recognition marks the fifth consecutive time that Kroger's technology and digital team has been recognized by Computerworld for having an innovative, industry-leading workplace culture.

Kroger Named to Computerworld's 2023 Top 100 Best Places to Work in IT

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Murray's boasts more than 150 types of cheese, from local favorites to one-of-a-kind award-winning cheeses CINCINNATI , Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced the opening of the 1,000th Murray's Cheese shop in Kroger banner stores, bringing Murray's shops to more than 30 states across America. In 2008, Murray's began opening cheese counters in Kroger stores to create the customer experience that Murray's has become known for at their flagship Greenwich Village store.

Murray's Cheese opens 1,000th shop within Kroger stores

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Albertsons Companies

The request is the latest development in what is shaping up to be a drawn-out skirmish between regulators and two of the country's largest grocery store chains.

Kroger Says It Got a Second FTC Request for Information on Its Albertsons Merger

Regulators scrutinized the $20 billion deal that would merge two of the biggest names in the U.S. grocery industry.

FTC Asks Kroger for More Information on Albertsons Deal

Kroger Co. KR, -3.15% said Tuesday it received a second request for information from the Federal Trade Commission as part of the regulatory review process for its merger with Albertsons Companies Inc. ACI, -0.10% , but it continues to expect to complete the deal by early 2024. "We will continue to work cooperatively with the FTC as it conducts its review of the merger, including developing a thoughtful divestiture plan," the company said.

Kroger gets second request for Albertson's merger info from Federal Trade Commission

CINCINNATI , Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that, as expected, it has received a request for additional information ("second request") from the Federal Trade Commission as part of the regulatory review process for its merger with Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI). Kroger issued the following statement: Kroger looks forward to realizing the compelling benefits this merger will offer, including enhancing competition, lowering prices for customers, improving access to fresh food, creating opportunities to continue investing in our associates and securing the long-term future of union jobs.

Kroger Comments On Second Request From Federal Trade Commission

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The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR ) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call December 1, 2022 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Rob Quast - Senior Director, Investor Relations Rodney McMullen - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Gary Millerchip - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Michael Montani - Evercore ISI Chuck Cerankosky - Northcoast Research Ed Kelly - Wells Fargo Scott Mushkin - R5 Capital John Heinbockel - Guggenheim Partners Kenneth Goldman - JPMorgan Chase Michael Lasser - UBS Kelly Bania - BMO Rupesh Parikh - Oppenheimer Kendall Toscano - Bank of America/Merrill Lynch Operator Good morning and welcome to the Kroger Co. Third Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call. My name is Nadia and I will be coordinating the call today.

The Kroger Co. (KR) Q3 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

Kroger Co. stock fell Thursday, even after the company posted better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and raised guidance, as investors looked ahead to potential headwinds expected in 2023.

Kroger's strong quarter and upbeat guidance shrugged off as investors look to coming headwinds

The company's proposed merger with Albertsons, even if approved, won't necessarily supercharge its digital business.

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