The Kroger Co.
KRConsumer DefensiveNASDAQGrocery Stores
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, The Kroger Co. (KR) is listed under Grocery Stores. At a $35.04B market cap, The Kroger Co. ranks as a large-cap company within consumer defensive. The company operates combination food and drug stores, multi-department stores, marketplace stores, and price impact warehouses.
Market Cap
$35.04B
Beta
0.41
P/E (TTM)
33.45
P/E (Fwd)
10.34
EPS (TTM)
$1.71
EPS (Fwd)
$5.53
ROE
13.8%
ROA
5.8%
Cash
$2.87B
Total Debt
$24.19B
Free CF
$2.99B
52W Change
-12.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where KR stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 19, 2026 close, KR finished 12.02% below its 150-day moving average ($64.04) and 11.55% below its 200-day moving average ($63.70). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is KR overbought or oversold?
At the August 19, 2026 close, KR's RSI(14) was 31.0, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, KR has $2.87B in cash with $24.19B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $2.99B, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 13.8% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 5.8% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $148.26B (2023) to $147.64B (2026).
With a beta below 0.7, The Kroger Co. typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing KR.