AlphaStocks
4.7
Weak

KROGER CO (KR)

Consumer Staples / Food Retail

S&P 500

$66.00

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#657out of 1126 in Consumer Staples

Is KROGER CO a Good Investment in 2026?

KROGER CO (KR) scores 4.7 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates KROGER CO as Attractive (6/9). However, the Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates it Caution — Bottom half (rank 80%). KROGER CO currently trades above its estimated fair value of $44, suggesting limited upside at current prices. KROGER CO ranks #657 out of 1126 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E42.5ROE15.7Market Cap43BDiv Yield2.0

Estimated Fair Value

$44.1350% above

Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 43x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -58% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/9

Buffett

Attractive

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Caution

High PEG — growth premium · Slow Grower

Greenblatt

Caution

Bottom half (rank 80%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is KROGER CO (KR) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, KROGER CO (KR) scores 4.7 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 43x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -58% may not justify the premium.
What is KROGER CO's Piotroski F-Score?
KROGER CO's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is KR overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $44, KR appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 50% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 43x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -58% may not justify the premium.
How does KR compare to other Consumer Staples stocks?
KROGER CO ranks #657 out of 1126 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector, placing it in the top 58% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about KR?
AlphaStocks evaluates KR using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Attractive; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Caution; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Caution. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.7/10.

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