The expansion of value-based care offerings through The Little Clinic will help address the growing healthcare needs of seniors in Georgia ATLANTA, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), is collaborating with Better Health Group, a leading value-based primary care physician group and managed services organization, to launch primary care services for senior patients beginning in eight locations of The Little Clinic LLC (TLC) in Atlanta, Georgia area ...

For the third consecutive year, retailer recognized for commitment to mental healthCINCINNATI, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced it has been awarded the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health receiving an upgraded rating from previous years. The Bell Seal program from Mental Health America (MHA) is a first-of-its-kind workplace certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for their associates. The Bell Seal prog ...

Retailer shares Mother's Day gift guide to honor momCINCINNATI, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared it is making Mother's Day celebrations extra special with thoughtful and convenient gift ideas to mark the holiday. From brunch to pampering, make moms feel loved with the retailer's gift guide curated just for them. From brunch to pampering, make moms feel loved with Kroger's gift guide curated just for them. "At Kroger, we are so grateful to help our customers honor all th ...

Retailer shares Kentucky Derby recipes and traditions ahead of the 150th anniversary CINCINNATI, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared it is celebrating the Kentucky Derby along with Kellanova offering a new take on traditional recipes in honor of the 'Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.' With Derby staples like Kentucky Hot Brown and Mint Juleps, these recipes will please equestrian fans across America as they tune into the Bluegrass state. "For nearly 40 years, Kroger has ...

In a bid to address regulatory concerns surrounding their proposed merger, The Kroger Co. (KR) and Albertsons Companies Inc. (ACI) have unveiled an amended divestiture package in collaboration with C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC (“C&S”). This strategic move aims to fortify competitiveness and ensure a smooth transition post-merger.Responding to feedback from federal and state antitrust regulators, the revised divestiture package boasts a broader spectrum of assets, effectively addressing concerns raised during ...

With the VIX indicator moving to a six-month high, investors may want to consider gradually pivoting toward defensive stocks. To be clear, I’m not suggesting hitting the panic button. However, it makes sense to respond to a potentially significant dynamic.Besides the rising VIX – otherwise known as the fear index – the benchmark S&P 500 fell below the 5,000 level. As Lawrence G. McMillan, president of MacMillan Analysis mentioned, this breach “changes the investment picture to a large extent.” Further, the ...

Amended Divestiture Plan Adds Stores, Facilities and Banner Names to Enhance Competition in Overlap Geographies and to Address Regulator Concerns CINCINNATI, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and Albertsons Companies Inc. (NYSE: ACI) announced today that they have amended their definitive agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC (C&S) for the sale of assets in connection with their proposed merger previously announced on October 14, 2022. This amended package modifies and builds on t ...

Company hiring for salaried and hourly roles in retail, supply chain, healthcare and delivery CINCINNATI, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced it is seeking to hire new associates for opportunities in retail, supply chain, healthcare and delivery to meet the company's ongoing staffing needs heading into the spring season. Candidates are invited to explore rewarding roles across the business, from cashiers, baggers and deli bakery clerks to pharmacy technicians, Kroger de ...

Shares of Cincinnati-based grocery store giant Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) are 1% higher at $55.92, after landing a bull note from Wells Fargo. The Wall Street brokerage upgraded KR to "overweight" from "equal weight" and lifted its price target to $65 from $58, citing improving fundamentals and "potential for a huge buyback." April 2022 -- KR still boasts an 18.2% year-over-year lead and a 23.6% year-to-date gain. On the charts, Kroger stock is climbing back towards its April 3, annual high of $58.33. Though its s ...

Kroger (KR) has recently been on Zacks.com's list of the most searched stocks. Therefore, you might want to consider some of the key factors that could influence the stock's performance in the near future.Over the past month, shares of this supermarket chain have returned -1.5%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.9% change. During this period, the Zacks Retail - Supermarkets industry, which Kroger falls in, has lost 1.2%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?Although ...