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The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) generates a steady flow of news that reflects its role as a large U.S. grocery retailer and digital food platform. Company announcements span grocery merchandising, health and wellness, digital innovation, partnerships, and community impact, giving investors and customers insight into how Kroger evolves its business and serves shoppers.
Recent news highlights include seasonal product launches under Kroger’s Our Brands portfolio, such as the Private Selection Harvest Apple collection, which showcases limited-edition fall flavors across beverages, snacks, and bakery items. Kroger also shares annual food trend predictions developed by its food experts, connecting emerging customer preferences to specific products in its exclusive brands.
Kroger Health and The Little Clinic are frequent subjects of updates, including vaccination campaigns that offer savings incentives for customers who receive flu and other vaccines at Kroger pharmacies or clinics. These stories illustrate how the company integrates healthcare services and the "food as medicine" concept into the grocery experience.
On the digital front, Kroger news covers partnerships and technology initiatives, such as the nationwide launch of thousands of Kroger Family of Companies locations on Uber Eats, Uber, and Postmates for on-demand grocery delivery. The company also reports on its expanded relationship with Google Cloud, where it plans to use Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience to power an AI-based shopping and meal assistant.
Corporate updates include leadership changes, the sale of non-core assets like Vitacost.com, and programs aimed at affordability and food access, such as the Verified Savings Program and Yearly Checkout savings summaries. For anyone tracking KR, this news feed offers a consolidated view of how Kroger manages merchandising, health, technology, and community initiatives over time.
Harris Teeter, a subsidiary of Kroger (NYSE:KR), has achieved a significant milestone in its partnership with Make-A-Wish® Central & Western North Carolina, raising over $1 million since 2013. This fundraising achievement has enabled the granting of more than 100 wishes for children with critical illnesses.
The partnership demonstrates Harris Teeter's community engagement through various initiatives, including an annual fall cornhole tournament with vendor partners. In 2024, Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina granted 430 wishes, contributing to their total of over 6,500 wishes granted since 1985.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) is celebrating National Chocolate Milk Day with a special promotion offering customers a free half-gallon of Kroger Brand Chocolate Milk on September 26-27, 2025. The offer will be available through a digital coupon at Kroger.com for in-store redemption or pickup and delivery.
The company's chocolate milk brand, introduced in 1999, produces over 15 million gallons annually across 14 dairy facilities. Some divisions are excluded from the promotion but will offer a free box of Kroger Brand Cereal with the purchase of chocolate milk instead.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) has announced its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.35 per share. The dividend will be paid on December 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 14, 2025.
The company's quarterly dividend demonstrates strong growth, with a 13% compounded annual growth rate since its reinstatement in 2006. Kroger maintains a balanced capital allocation strategy, focusing on business investment, maintaining investment grade debt rating, and returning capital to shareholders through dividends.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) has launched "Heroes Fight Hunger," a nationwide food drive initiative in partnership with first responders during Hunger Action Month this September. The campaign allows customers to donate non-perishable food items at select locations to support local food banks and pantries.
Since 2017, Kroger has contributed over 3.9 billion meals and $1.8 billion in food and funds for hunger relief. Through its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation's annual campaign, the company raised $432,000 during last year's Hunger Action Month through customer round-up donations, with all September proceeds supporting the Feeding America network.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) has launched its largest product expansion yet with the new Simple Truth™ Protein line, featuring over 80 protein-packed meals and snacks. The new line represents the widest private label offering of protein products in the market, focusing on nutritious, convenient, and affordable options that are free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.
The product range includes various options from breakfast items to workout recovery foods and heat-and-eat meals. Notable products include Protein French Toast Sticks, Mushroom Blend Instant Decaf Coffee, Jalapeno Cheddar Protein Puffs, Cacio E Pepe Chicken Bowl, and Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix. The expansion aligns with Kroger's commitment to offering quality products at affordable prices while maintaining their Fresh & Quality Guarantees.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) Foundation has awarded $265,000 in scholarships to 106 children of Kroger associates for the 2025-2026 academic year. Each scholar receives $2,500 for their education at accredited institutions. Since its 2008 launch, the program has distributed over $5 million in scholarship funds.
The company also provides a substantial tuition reimbursement program for associates, offering up to $21,000 for both part-time and full-time employees. This initiative has contributed over $64 million to date, with 90% of recipients being hourly associates. The company has received multiple workplace recognition awards, including honors for diversity and IT excellence.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) reported strong Q2 2025 results with identical sales growth of 3.4% excluding fuel. The company achieved operating profit of $863 million and EPS of $0.91, while adjusted EPS reached $1.04. Total sales were $33.9 billion, with eCommerce sales growing 16%.
The company's gross margin improved to 22.5%, primarily due to the sale of Kroger Specialty Pharmacy, lower supply chain costs, and decreased shrink. Kroger raised its FY2025 guidance, projecting identical sales growth of 2.7-3.4% and operating profit of $4.8-4.9 billion.
Notably, Kroger is executing a $5 billion accelerated share repurchase program and maintains a strong balance sheet with a net total debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.63.
Home Chef, a subsidiary of The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR), has announced a six-month partnership with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay to offer exclusive, chef-crafted recipes through their meal delivery service. Starting September 15, 2025 through February 20, 2026, customers can access Ramsay-inspired dishes through various formats including Culinary Collection, Classic Meal Kits, and Express meals.
The collaboration features premium dishes like Inferno Beef Burger, French Onion Filet Mignon, and Truffle Scallop Risotto. New customers can use code "CHEFGORDON" to receive their first box at $4.99 per serving with free shipping. Home Chef currently operates through its online platform and over 2,500 Kroger-owned stores nationwide.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) has announced its fall beauty trends and product lineup for 2025, highlighting new wellness, beauty, and makeup products. The retailer is introducing several key trends including soft and earthy makeup tones, featuring the exclusive Australia clean beauty brand Nude by Nature, and bright berry lip colors with the return of Revlon's Super Lustrous Lipstick in Rum Raisin.
The company is expanding its beauty offerings with Korean beauty brands like COSRX, seasonal skincare solutions, and new scent collections. Kroger is offering a $5 savings promotion on beauty purchases of $15 or more through September 13, while maintaining lower prices on over 1,000 items across stores.
Kroger (NYSE:KR) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings conference call for September 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET. During the call, management will discuss the company's financial and operational performance for Q2 2025.
The presentation will be accessible via webcast at ir.kroger.com under the "Quarterly Results" section. An on-demand replay will become available at approximately 1:00 p.m. ET on the same day.