The Kroger Co.
KRThe Kroger Co. is a major American retail company primarily engaged in grocery retailing. Founded in 1883, it operates a chain of supermarkets, multi-department stores, and logistics and manufacturing divisions. Kroger is known for its extensive store presence across the United States, offering grocery products, fresh foods, and private-label brands, along with pharmacy and fuel services.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.39 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 45 days on September 1, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2026 | $0.39 | 2026-08-14 | 2026-08-15 |
| June 1, 2026 | $0.35 | 2026-05-15 | 2026-05-15 |
| March 1, 2026 | $0.35 | 2026-02-13 | 2026-02-13 |
| December 1, 2025 | $0.35 | 2025-11-14 | 2025-11-14 |
| September 1, 2025 | $0.35 | 2025-08-15 | 2025-08-15 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: The Kroger Co. has rewarded shareholders with 82 dividend payments over the past 20 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held KR shares during this period received a total of $13.60 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.39/share was paid 47 days ago, on June 1, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: KR currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.45%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2006, the dividend payout has grown by 500.0%, from $0.07 to $0.39.
- Dividend Reliability: KR has maintained or increased its dividend for 45 consecutive payments.
Company News
Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway's new CEO, has concentrated 30% of the portfolio in Apple and Alphabet. However, the article recommends Kroger as a defensive stock pick for July, trading near 52-week lows with strong dividend growth and potential 24% upside according to Wall Street analysts.
Berkshire Hathaway's seven-year holding in Kroger presents a buying opportunity despite recent underperformance. New CEO Greg Foran, formerly of Walmart, plans to drive growth through competitive price cuts and improved efficiency. While the supermarket faces margin pressures and intense competition, its steady business model and attractive valua...
The North Texas Food Bank announced the addition of five new board members effective July 1, 2026: Susan Adzick (McLane Company), Rudy DiPietro (Kroger), Jack Gibbons (FB Society), Mary Henderson, and Eureka McCrae (Albertsons/Randalls/Tom Thumb). The organization also recognized outgoing board members Patti Hansen, Mabrie Jackson, and Don Janace...
With recession concerns persisting for 2026-2027, the article recommends three recession-resistant dividend stocks: Kroger (strong grocery market position with growing e-commerce), UnitedHealth Group (essential healthcare services with improved earnings and government rate approval), and Waste Management (essential waste services with steady reve...
Kroger stock fell 8.43% after the supermarket operator's fiscal Q1 earnings missed expectations. Adjusted sales grew only 0.5% year-over-year to $46 billion, while gross margin declined to 22.7% from 23% due to higher shipping costs, price reductions, and labor expenses. CEO Greg Foran acknowledged that operating costs are growing faster than sal...
