The Kroger Co. KR
Composite 42/100; the shares have moved about 30% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Momentum ranks 25/100 — a strong mark against it.
Income ranks 66/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Valuation ranks 58/100 — a slight point in its favour.
Momentum ranks 25/100 — a strong mark against it. Growth ranks 32/100 — a moderate mark against it. Balance-sheet strength ranks 38/100 — a slight mark against it.
What the company does The Kroger Co. (KR) operates 2,700+ U.S. supermarkets, pharmacies, and fuel centers under banners like Kroger, Ralphs, and Fred Meyer, combining grocery, general merchandise, and healthcare. It also manufactures private-label foods and delivers via Instacart.
Key financials KR shows weak profitability with net margins at 0.7% and EPS down 58.2% year-over-year. ROE is 13.8%, ROA 5.8%, and ROCE 5.9%, while gross margins stand at 24.0%. Debt/Equity is high at 3.73, with interest coverage at 2.55 and a current ratio of 0.79.
Stock health Momentum is negative: -14.23% over 6 months, -15.61% over 12 months, and RSI(14) at 47.40. The Sideravia score is 42.8, with weak momentum (27.1) and quality (44.7), but strong income (67.0).
Price vs fair value KR trades at a discount of 23.80% versus the analyst mean target of 70.50. - Recent declines amid improving markets (Zacks) - Expansion of Instacart delivery partnerships (Simply Wall St.) - Nationwide rollout of combined grocery and prescription delivery (Simply Wall St.) - Comparisons to Walmart’s earnings call highlighting competitive pressures (Trefis)
Looking forward Forward P/E of 10.83 and PEG of 0.05 suggest improved earnings visibility, but weak growth (33.3) and high leverage remain risks. Dividend yield is 2.5% with a 29.1% payout ratio.
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