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Kroger (NYSE: KR) announced on Dec. 23, 2025 that its Board approved an incremental $2.0 billion share repurchase authorization, adding to the $7.5 billion authorization from December 2024.
With the addition, Kroger has about $2.9 billion available for repurchases as of Dec. 23, 2025. The company said repurchases may be funded from operations and existing liquidity, have no expiration date, and can be executed in open-market or private transactions, including 10b5-1 plans.
Kroger reiterated a focus on maintaining its investment-grade rating, continuing quarterly dividends, and managing capital toward target leverage; since 2015 it has repurchased ~35% of outstanding shares.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) and Murray's Cheese launched a holiday program offering seasonal cheeses, gift ideas, premade and custom cheeseboards, recipes, and nationwide shipping through Kroger family stores.
Highlights include Murray's Cave Aged Original Stockinghall Cheddar, which won Best Cheddar, Best American Cheese and was ranked fifth overall at the World Cheese Awards; a new truffle-focused selection; in-store tastings; and year-round Murray's Cheese Clubs that ship five curated monthly experiences.
Gulf Coast Commercial Group and Nexus Real Estate Co. purchased a 70-acre site in Fate, Texas to develop a Kroger-anchored shopping center as part of the 267-acre Lafayette Crossing master-planned mixed-use development announced December 4, 2025. The project will include a proposed second large retail anchor, multiple pad sites and approximately +/- 33,000 sf of Class A retail space, with pre-leasing handled by SHOP Cos.
The site sits east of Lake Ray Hubbard near several new single-family communities; DB2RE represented the purchaser and also helped acquire an adjacent parcel. SHOP Cos. is also marketing space across I-30 anchored by a 66,000 SF Fresh by Brookshires.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) reported 3Q25 results and updated full-year guidance on Dec 4, 2025. Total sales were $33.9B; identical sales without fuel rose 2.6%. GAAP operating loss was $(1,541)M and GAAP EPS was $(2.02), which includes $2.6B of impairment and related charges (a $3.00 loss per share) related to the automated fulfillment network. Adjusted FIFO operating profit was $1,089M and Adjusted EPS was $1.05. eCommerce sales grew 17%. Kroger completed a $5B ASR and plans to finish remaining $2.5B buybacks in FY25; FY25 adjusted EPS guidance narrowed to $4.75–$4.80.
The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) will run its seasonal 12 Merry Days of Deals from December 3–14, 2025, with each daily deal available to clip for one day and redeem through December 16, 2025.
Customers can access each offer via the Kroger app, Kroger.com, or in store by entering a Rewards Card number or asking for the 12 Merry Day offer at checkout. Deals cover a range of store items including holiday hosting, seasonal merchandise, and fresh products.
To participate: log into your digital account each day from December 3–14, clip that day’s coupon, and redeem all clipped coupons by December 16.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) will hold its third quarter 2025 earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Management will discuss financial and operational results for Q3 2025. The live webcast will be available at ir.kroger.com under "QuarterlyResults." An on-demand replay will be posted at approximately 1:00 p.m. ET on December 4, 2025.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) updated its eCommerce strategy on Nov 18, 2025 to simplify the customer experience, expand third-party delivery, and drive profitable sales growth.
The company expects approximately $400 million of eCommerce operating profit improvement in 2026 and will incur approximately $2.6 billion of impairment and related charges in Q3 2025 tied to closures of certain automated fulfillment facilities. Kroger broadened relationships with Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats and plans to close facilities in Pleasant Prairie WI, Frederick MD, and Groveland FL in January while piloting store-based automation.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) unveiled its 2025 holiday film "Operation: Gingerbread," honoring the United Service Organizations and military families while showcasing Kroger associates who are veterans. The company highlighted its role as the USO's largest cumulative donor with $44 million+ given to date, including an additional $1 million in 2025. Kroger also noted hiring more than 50,000 veterans in the last decade, support for USO mobile canteens, a Thanksgiving meal for 350 troops at Fort Stewart, and a Veteran's Day 10% discount for eligible service members.
The film centers on homecoming, community, and Kroger's ongoing charitable and hiring commitments to the military community.
Harris Teeter (KR) announced plans to open five new stores across Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina, with locations in Jacksonville, FL; Clemson, SC; Kannapolis, NC; Lake Wylie, SC; and Fort Mill, SC.
The stores, slated to open over the next two years, range from 53,000 to 61,000 sq. ft., each will include a fuel center and pharmacy, and are estimated to create 100–200 retail jobs per location. Construction start dates span Winter 2025 to Fall 2026. The company will partner with local food banks at each store.
Kroger (NYSE: KR) launched its 2025 Freshgiving meal bundle, offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner to feed ten people at an industry-leading price of under $4.75 per person. The bundle includes a 14–16 lb whole frozen turkey and 15 classic holiday items (stuffing, broth, yams, potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, pie crusts, canned pumpkin, whipped topping and more).
Prices are valid beginning November 12, 2025 and may vary by geography. Kroger is also running seasonal promos on select items and a checkout round-up donation program through January 1, 2026. Since launching Zero Hunger | Zero Waste, Kroger says it has directed more than 3.9 billion meals to communities.
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