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Weekly Market HighlightsWeekly breadth was slightly negative with 4,703 advancers versus 4,832 decliners, even as 963 stocks gained more than 10% and 1,151 fel

Cookson Peirce and Co. Inc. boosted its stake in The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) by 383.4% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 16,209 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 12,856 shares during the

The retail grocery sector woke up to a new reality this week. On Feb. 9, 2026, Kroger Co. NYSE: KR announced the immediate appointment of Greg Foran as its new Chief Executive Officer, a high-profile move that instantly reshuffled investor expectations.

Retailer shares expert meat and seafood tips, special offers for date night at home CINCINNATI, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its bringing date night home with a romantic and delicious Surf and Turf dinner, perfect for lovebirds to celebrate Valentine's Day without the hassle of a reservation. Customers can also get special gifts delivered straight to their loved ones' doors with DoorDash and Uber Eats.

The Kroger Co. rallied on the new CEO appointment, leveraging Walmart experience to accelerate digital transformation and strategic growth. KR reaffirmed 2025 guidance, projecting EPS of $4.75–$4.80 and identical sales growth of 2.8%–3.0%, underscoring operational resilience. Despite mixed Q3 results and macro headwinds, KR maintains robust margins and announces a $2B buyback, supporting long-term value.

Kroger named former Walmart executive Greg Foran as its chief executive officer on Monday, 11 months after the abrupt resignation of its previous CEO.

Envestnet Asset Management Inc. reduced its holdings in shares of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) by 1.7% during the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 804,594 shares of the company's stock after selling 13,645 shares during the quarter. Envestnet Asset

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Kroger is locked in a battle with Walmart in the grocery business. Now it's bringing in a CEO trained at the retail giant to help it compete.

Kroger (KR) shares are rising after the company announced a new CEO and reaffirmed its FY26 guidance. While grocery chains often lack excitement as investments,

Kroger Co (NYSE:KR, XETRA:KOG) shares added more than 6% on Monday morning following the grocery chain's announcement that Greg Foran has been named as its new CEO. Foran succeeds Ron Sargent, who had served as interim CEO since March 2025, and will also join Kroger's Board of Directors.

Grocery giant Kroger named former Walmart executive Greg Foran as its new CEO. Foran took the job Monday (Feb. 9) and succeeds Ron Sargent, who had been acting as the company's interim CEO since March, Kroger said in a Monday news release.

Shares of Kroger Co (NYSE:KR) are up 7.7% to trade at $72.67 at last glance, after reports that the grocery chain named former Walmart (WMT) executive Greg Foran as its CEO.

Major stock indexes were mixed in early trading Monday after ending a volatile week with sharp gains.

Stock futures are modestly lower after Friday's massive surge

Kroger is a resilient, value 'Buy', amid market volatility, offering defensive growth and operational leverage. KR's e-commerce sales are a core growth driver, achieving a $14B annual run-rate and six quarters of double-digit growth, supported by third-party fulfillment partnerships. Management guides for 7% EPS growth in FY2026, driven by private-label strength, AI efficiencies, and accelerated store expansion.

Kroger's stock rallies after the grocer named Greg Foran, the former leader of Walmart U.S. as its new CEO after a nearly yearlong search.

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Accomplished Food Retail Leader Brings Strong Experience as Company Advances Its Growth Strategy Ron Sargent Continues as Chairman of Kroger's Board of Directors CINCINNATI, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its Board of Directors appointed Greg Foran as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Foran will also join Kroger's Board of Directors and succeeds Ron Sargent, who served as interim CEO since March 2025.

Kroger plans to appoint former Walmart executive Greg Foran as its new CEO, The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday.