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Kroger Co.

S&P 500
KR|Consumer Defensive|Grocery Stores|$71.88|P/E 49.1|MCap 45.7B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. is one of the world's largest food retailers, operating a vast network of combination food and drug stores, multi-department stores, marketplace stores, and price impact warehouses across the United States. It provides a wide array of products including natural foods, organic sections, fresh seafood, organic produce, pharmacies, general merchandise, pet centers, apparel, home furnishings, electronics, automotive items, and toys. The company emphasizes growing households and customer loyalty through strategic pillars such as fresh offerings, brands like Simple Truth and Simple Truth Organic, data personalization, and seamless shopping experiences. Key segments include robust pharmacy services with GLP-1 medications, accelerating e-commerce with delivery options now surpassing pickup in popularity, and partnerships like nationwide delivery via Uber apps covering nearly 2,700 stores. Fuel centers complement its convenience-focused model. Founded in 1883 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, The Kroger Co. plays a pivotal role in the retail grocery sector by delivering value, convenience, and essential goods to consumers.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.84%

Annual Dividend

$1.37

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

87.01%

FCF Payout Ratio

77.64%

Stock Price

$71.88

52-Week Range

$58.60 $76.58

Dividend Health Score

63/ 100Safe

KR's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 15.1% cfo payout ratio & 8.4x interest coverage. Areas of concern: 87.0% earnings payout ratio & 0.8x current ratio.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
87.0%Warning
FCF Payout Ratio
77.6%Caution
CFO Payout Ratio
15.1%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
8.4xSafe

Balance Sheet

Warning
Net Debt / Total Assets
40.2%Caution
Current Ratio
0.8xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
415.8Warning

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
14.4%Safe
Operating Margin
3.5%Warning
Gross Margin
N/AN/A
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.6%Caution
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

KR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

KR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

12.54%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.58%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

5.43%

3-Year Total Growth

42.55%

5-Year Total Growth

13.56%

10-Year Total Growth

69.62%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,188.00

Annual Income

$137.00

Quarterly Income

$34.25

Monthly Income

$11.42

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is KR's current dividend yield?
Kroger Co. (KR) currently has a dividend yield of 1.84%, based on a stock price of $71.88 and an annual dividend of $1.37.
When is KR's next dividend payment date?
KR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-15 and the next payment date is 2026-03-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does KR pay in dividends per year?
Kroger Co. paid $1.34 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has KR been increasing its dividend?
Kroger Co. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.58% and a 10-year CAGR of 5.43%.
Is KR's dividend safe?
Kroger Co. has a payout ratio of 87.01%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 77.64%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is KR's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Kroger Co.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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