The Kroger Co reported 2026 quarterly results with revenue rising to $46.12B and diluted earnings per share of $1.46, up from $45.12B and $1.29 in the prior-year quarter; net income was $904M versus $868M a year earlier.
Financial Highlights
| MetricCurrent quarterPrior year quarterYoY change | Revenue¹$46.12B$45.12B2.2% | Net income²$904M$868M4.1% | Diluted EPS³$1.46$1.2913.2% |
¹ Reported as “Sales”. ² Reported as “Net earnings including noncontrolling interests”. ³ Reported as “Net earnings attributable to The Kroger Co. per diluted common share”.
Business Highlights
- Revenue growth of 2.2% was driven mainly by higher fuel sales and modest identical-store growth excluding fuel.
- eCommerce sales expanded 13% (19% excluding dispositions), led by Delivery solutions and profitable Media/eCommerce operations.
- Category strength in pharmacy, Fresh and the company's Our Brands supported identical sales gains, partly offset by egg deflation and RX mix shifts.
- FIFO operating profit improved on lower OG&A and D&A rates, with ongoing cost-savings and store productivity initiatives.
- Capital spending increased and the company continued fulfillment network rationalization, including closures and exits to optimize the store and fulfillment footprint.
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