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Kroger (NYSE: KR) has announced several key leadership appointments in its retail divisions. Joe Kelley, a 40-year industry veteran, has been promoted from King Soopers & City Markets division president to Senior Vice President of Retail Divisions.
Kenny Kimball returns to lead Smith's division as president after serving three years as SVP of Retail Divisions. Chris Albi, previously group VP of Operations, becomes King Soopers & City Markets division president. Kendra Doyel has been appointed as Food 4 Less division president, succeeding Bryan Kaltenbach, who retires after 50+ years in the grocery industry.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has announced an affordable Easter meal promotion, offering a complete holiday feast for under $6 per person. The meal package includes a Kroger Brand Spiral Ham, various sides like Private Selection Wisconsin 5 Cheese Macaroni & Cheese, garden salad, frozen broccoli, potatoes, cream corn, dinner rolls, and bakery fresh fruit pies.
The retailer is also providing Easter inspiration through their blog 'The Fresh Lane,' featuring guides for ham preparation, carrot cake recipes, DIY Easter treats, and basket-building ideas. Customers can access over $600 in weekly digital coupon savings through Kroger's website and app, with shopping available both in-store and through pickup/delivery services.
Additionally, Kroger promotes their Boost membership program, which claims to offer up to $1,100 annual savings on fuel, exclusive discounts, streaming options, and grocery delivery.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has announced the launch of five new items under its Our Brands portfolio, as part of its initiative to introduce over 900 new products in 2025. The new offerings include:
- Private Selection® Salad Kits in six varieties including Cheddar Truffle and Asian Sesame Ginger
- Kroger® Brand Kettle Style Tortilla Chips in Traditional and Hatch Chile flavors
- Kroger® Brand Restaurant Style Italian Dressing with Romano cheese
- Simple Truth Organic® Instant Mushroom Tea in Black and Chai blends
- Private Selection® Muffins in four flavors including Banana Bread and Triple Chocolate
The company emphasizes these products' quality and affordability, with customers able to shop through Kroger Pickup and Delivery services. The Boost by Kroger Plus membership offers additional savings of up to $1,100 per year through fuel discounts, exclusive savings, and streaming options.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has filed legal counterclaims against Albertsons in the Delaware Court of Chancery regarding their terminated merger agreement from December 2024. The filing alleges that while Kroger worked to obtain regulatory approval, Albertsons secretly collaborated with C&S Wholesale Grocers to undermine Kroger's regulatory strategy.
The misconduct was revealed during antitrust trials through the cross-examination of Susan Morris, Albertsons's CEO designate, who allegedly used personal communications to advance a separate strategy with C&S. This led C&S to criticize their agreed-upon divestiture package, causing regulators to doubt C&S's adequacy as a buyer.
Kroger contests Albertsons's claim to the $600 million termination fee and additional damages. The counterclaims also reveal Albertsons's 'Plan B' strategy to sue Kroger if the merger failed. Kroger is now seeking damages to recover its investment in obtaining regulatory approval while Albertsons allegedly worked against it.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has announced the return of its Customer Appreciation Week, running from March 26 to April 1, 2025. The mega-sales event features extensive deals and digital coupons across various product categories. Key offerings include:
- Three Kroger Brand Cheese packages for $5
- Kroger Brand Pasta and Broths for 99 cents
- Starbucks Coffee products for $6.99
- Sports drinks for 88 cents
- 33% off Easter candy
- Up to 4X fuel points (March 28-31)
Boost by Kroger Plus members receive exclusive additional savings, with the ability to redeem special offers up to five times. The membership program claims to help customers save up to $1,100 per year through fuel savings, exclusive discounts, streaming options, and grocery delivery benefits.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has launched its 'Elite Ate' Snack Bracket, showcasing a selection of customer-favorite snacks from their Our Brands portfolio. The promotion features head-to-head matchups between various snack products, including stuffed jalapeno peppers, breaded dill pickle chips, themed cupcakes, and specialty dips.
The company is offering special digital coupon deals during March 19-April 1, including discounts on DiGiorno Pizza, Tostino's Pizza Rolls, soft drinks, Lays Potato Chips, and Farm Rich Appetizers. Customers can access over $600 in weekly digital coupon savings through Kroger's website and app.
The retailer also highlighted their Boost by Kroger Plus delivery membership, which claims to offer potential savings of up to $1,100 per year through fuel savings, exclusive discounts, streaming options, and grocery delivery benefits.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has launched a springtime guide highlighting fresh, in-season produce during National Nutrition Month. The initiative focuses on helping customers create nutritious meals with seasonal fruits and vegetables.
The guide features various fresh produce categories including:
- Fruits: Strawberries, Apples, Pineapple, Kiwi, and Bananas
- Vegetables: Asparagus, Celery, Peas, Avocados, Broccoli, and more
- Greens: Lettuce, Kale, Spinach, and others
- Citrus: Lemons and Limes
The company also introduced recipes on their Fresh Lane blog, including Grilled Steak Strawberry Salad, Baked Ziti with Mushrooms, and Green Pea Hummus. Kroger Plus loyalty customers can access a free 30-minute dietitian consultation and utilize the OptUP program for nutrition guidance. The company offers these fresh products through in-store shopping, Pickup, and Delivery services.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has announced its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 32 cents per share, payable on June 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of May 15, 2025. The company highlights that its quarterly dividend has experienced a 13.5% compounded annual growth rate since its reinstatement in 2006.
The company's capital allocation strategy focuses on utilizing free cash flow to drive long-term sustainable net earnings growth while maintaining its investment grade debt rating and returning capital to shareholders. Kroger expects to continue increasing its dividend over time, subject to board approval.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) has announced the formation of a new eCommerce business unit to streamline its online customer experience operations. Yael Cosset, previously Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer to lead this initiative, effective immediately.
In his expanded role, Cosset will maintain oversight of the company's technology and data operations while taking charge of the new eCommerce unit. The company reported eCommerce sales of $13 billion in 2024, highlighting the significance of this strategic reorganization.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) reported strong Q4 and fiscal 2024 results, with Q4 identical sales excluding fuel up 2.4% and full-year identical sales without fuel increasing 1.5%. Q4 operating profit reached $912 million with EPS of $0.90, while adjusted FIFO operating profit hit $1,174 million with adjusted EPS of $1.14.
Key fiscal 2024 achievements include $13B in digital sales, with digital growth of 11% in Q4. The company's Media business saw a 17% increase, contributing to $1.35B in Operating Profit from Alternative Profit Businesses. Kroger initiated a $5.0B Accelerated Share Repurchase Program under its $7.5B authorization.
For 2025 guidance, Kroger projects identical sales without fuel of 2.0-3.0%, adjusted FIFO operating profit of $4.7-$4.9 billion, and adjusted EPS of $4.60-$4.80. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with a net total debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.79.
