KR Kroger (KR) Q2 FY26 earnings call
Kroger delivered strong Q2 FY26 results, driven by robust identical sales growth, particularly in e-commerce and pharmacy, and significant progress in cost optimization. The company is sharpening its value proposition through strategic price investments and simplified promotions, while also leveraging its store network for faster e-commerce fulfillment. A strategic review of e-commerce operations is underway to enhance profitability, and the company is actively pursuing sourcing and productivity improvements to fuel future investments and manage a competitive landscape.
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KR operating KPIs by quarter
| KPI | Apr 2025 Q1 FY26 | This call Jul 2025 Q2 FY26 | Oct 2025 Q3 FY26 | Change vs prior quarter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Products with lowered prices | 2,000In fact, we lowered prices in an extra 2,000 items during the quarter.Source: earnings call transcript | — | 1,000We took down another 1,000 items in Q3.Source: earnings call transcript | — |
| Associates covered by ratified labor agreements | 23K+Specifically, we ratified new labor agreements with more than 23,000 associates.Source: earnings call transcript | ~54KIn total, we ratified new labor agreements covering approximately 54,000 associates.Source: earnings call transcript | — | — |
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