Kroger (KR) closed the most recent trading day at $56.54, moving -0.19% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.02%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.38%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.04%.Shares of the supermarket chain witnessed a gain of 3.72% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Retail-Wholesale sector with its gain of 3.68% and underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 3.77%.Investors will be eagerly watching for the pe ...

Wine and Cheese Pairings Debut at Murray's Cheese in Kroger Stores Around the CountryNEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ­This season, Murray's Cheese elevates the iconic pairing of wine and cheese, taking inspiration from Sarah Jessica Parker and her award-winning wine label, Invivo X, SJP.  Two unique product experiences will debut today from the cheese retailer: a curated collection of cheeses selected by SJP to perfectly complement her wines, and a custom cave-aged cheese infused with Invivo X, SJP ...

The Kroger Co. (KR) has announced its plan to hire more than 25,000 associates as it prepares for the upcoming holiday season and beyond. The company is recruiting for various roles, including front-end clerks, baggers, deli bakery clerks, pharmacy technicians and delivery drivers. The company plans to fill positions in various departments, including retail, e-commerce and healthcare. This significant hiring push reflects Kroger’s commitment to providing exceptional service during the festive period.As the ...

The Retail-Wholesale group has plenty of great stocks, but investors should always be looking for companies that are outperforming their peers. Kroger (KR) is a stock that can certainly grab the attention of many investors, but do its recent returns compare favorably to the sector as a whole? A quick glance at the company's year-to-date performance in comparison to the rest of the Retail-Wholesale sector should help us answer this question.Kroger is one of 212 companies in the Retail-Wholesale group. The Re ...

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Retailer plans to hire more than 25,000 retail, e-commerce and healthcare associates CINCINNATI, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its Family of Companies are seeking to hire more than 25,000 associates as it readies for the holiday season and beyond. Candidates are invited to explore rewarding roles across the business, from front end clerks, baggers and deli bakery clerks to pharmacy technicians, Kroger delivery drivers and more. "As we gear up for a memorable and fes ...

Retailer pairs candies with festive drinks, shares ghostly deals and spellbound recipesCINCINNATI, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today shared its Halloween guide highlighting America's favorite candies, hauntingly-good savings and wicked recipes to elevate any festive celebration this fall."Halloween is a special time of year when we can unleash our creativity, enjoy the company of family and friends and feel nostalgic about all things fall and ghostly," said Carlo Baldan, group vic ...

Boost: An easier way to save—now with streaming options included in annual membershipCINCINNATI, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced Boost by Kroger Plus will now include Disney streaming options as part of annual memberships. Kroger Plus members can select Disney+ Basic (With Ads), Hulu (With Ads) or an ESPN+ subscription as part of an inclusion benefit."Boost by Kroger Plus offers members incredible savings every day, and now we are adding even more value at no added cos ...

The Kroger Co. (KR) has been climbing the charts of late, with its stock price up 7.5% in the past month. While the broader market has faced bouts of volatility, Kroger’s consistent growth has caught the attention of investors looking for stability in the grocery sector. As the stock continues its upward trajectory, the key question remains: Is this trend just the beginning of a longer rally, or will external factors derail the momentum?Kroger’s success can be attributed to several strategic initiatives, in ...

The Kroger Co. (KR) has completed the sale of its specialty pharmacy business to Elevance Health, following a definitive agreement announced on March 18, 2024. This transaction marks a strategic shift for KR, which has owned the specialty pharmacy business since 2012. The decision to sell was driven by a regular review of the company's assets, which indicated that the specialty pharmacy business would better realize its potential outside of Kroger's operations. The specialty pharmacy unit serves patients wi ...