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$KR

The Kroger Co.

XNYSConsumer StaplesRetail-Grocery Stores

$56.81+0.23%+$0.1300Prev $56.68LIVE Full chart Live alerts
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Why is KR up today? It is at $56.81 (+0.23%), and our scanner flagged it 15 times on unusual volume this month. See the catalyst behind the move, real-time alerts the moment KR spikes, and full due diligence on KR — key stats, earnings, dilution and insider activity. Free.

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Key Stats

Price & performance
Price
$56.81
Change today
+0.23%
Previous close
$56.68
52-week range
$54.15 – $76.58
Valuation & dividend
Market cap
$34.72B
Dividend yield
2.75% ($1.56)
Ex-dividend
Aug 14
Ownership & volume
Shares outstanding
612.6M
SEC · as of 2026-06-24 · 43d
Insider ownership
<1%
DEF 14A · 2026-05-13
Total held
0.41%
Tradeable float
610.2M
100% of shares · after <1% insiders + institutional n/a
Short interest
29.3M
▲ +8% vs prior · as of 2026-07-15
Short % of float
4.8%
Days to cover
3.2d
Avg daily volume
6.9M
Next earnings
Sep 10 · in 35d
Classification
Sector
Consumer Staples
Industry
Retail-Grocery Stores
Exchange
XNYS
Relative volumevs this time of day
5m
0.9x
15m
0.8x
1h
0.9x
1D
0.1x

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Why is $KR moving today?

1 alert today2.1x RVOL

KR is one of today's most active names, trading on unusually heavy volume (live price and day move above). Our scanner has fired 1 unusual-volume and momentum alert on KR today, peaking at 2.1x its normal volume.

Likely catalystMerger / acquisition agreement, from the latest SEC filing. Read it →
Why is $KR moving? →▶ Replay the moveAuto-generated from live scanner data. Not investment advice.
Trading profileShortableEasy to borrowNo SSRBorrow via Alpaca · SSR from Reg SHO 201
Wall Street consensusBuy15 analysts
Avg target $70.33(+24% upside)
Range $58 – $86
8 buy7 hold0 sell

Analyst data via Nasdaq. Not investment advice.

$KR Sentiment

Bullish
Bearish79Bullish
📰 News: 5 bull · 0 bearToday: +0.2%👥 Community: 0 bull · 0 bear

Blend of news sentiment, today’s move, and community votes. Not investment advice.

$KR Activity

News, unusual-volume alerts, AI-trader trades and community chatter — the whole story, newest first.

Alert· 1h ago 2.1× RVOL
KR hit 2.055x RVOL at 9:30 AM ET
at $57.42
Alert· 2d ago 13.2× RVOL
KR hit 13.197x RVOL at 12:09 PM ET
at $58.28
News· The Motley Fool· 5d ago Bullish
3 Magnificent Stocks to Buy That Are Near 52-Week Lows
Alert· 5d ago 2.1× RVOL
KR hit 2.091x RVOL at 1:31 PM ET
at $57.95
Alert· 8d ago +1.8% vs EMA
$KR near 200 EMA: +1.81% from 200 EMA at 11:16 AM ET
at $60.49
Alert· 8d ago 3.0× RVOL
KR hit 2.966x RVOL at 11:16 AM ET
at $60.49
Alert· 8d ago 5.4× RVOL
KR hit 5.439x RVOL at 10:48 AM ET
at $60.70
Alert· 9d ago +1.0% vs EMA
KR 200EMA (5m) Trending · 79 bars · L3 · +0.99% above EMA · slope +0.30%
at $57.98
Alert· 9d ago 2.6× RVOL
KR hit 2.647x RVOL at 10:55 AM ET
at $58.40
Alert· 13d ago 7.8× RVOL
KR hit 7.829x RVOL at 3:23 PM ET
at $55.60
Alert· 13d ago 3.7× RVOL
KR hit 3.723x RVOL at 2:33 PM ET
at $55.47
Alert· 13d ago -0.9% vs EMA
$KR near 200 EMA: -0.91% from 200 EMA at 12:13 PM ET
at $55.40
Alert· 13d ago 14.8× RVOL
KR hit 14.763x RVOL at 12:13 PM ET
at $55.40
Alert· 13d ago 2.5× RVOL
KR hit 2.505x RVOL at 10:46 AM ET
at $56.03
Alert· 14d ago -2.8% vs EMA
$KR near 200 EMA: -2.82% from 200 EMA at 9:17 AM ET
at $55.50
Alert· 14d ago 8.2× RVOL
KR hit 8.182x RVOL at 9:17 AM ET
at $55.50
Alert· 14d ago -1.9% vs EMA
$KR near 200 EMA: -1.86% from 200 EMA at 7:32 AM ET
at $56.69
Alert· 14d ago -1.78%
$KR moved -1.78% in 1 min (Level 1) at 7:32 AM ET
at $56.69
Alert· 14d ago 17.8× RVOL
KR hit 17.796x RVOL at 7:32 AM ET
at $56.69
Alert· 15d ago 24.9× RVOL
KR hit 24.868x RVOL at 3:29 PM ET
at $57.61
Alert· 15d ago 2.9× RVOL
KR hit 2.892x RVOL at 11:54 AM ET
at $57.53
News· The Motley Fool· 21d ago Bullish
Warren Buffett's Hand-Picked Successor, Greg Abel, Has 30% of Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio Invested in Apple and Alphabet. But There's an Under-the-Radar Berkshire Stock That Is My Top Pick for July.
News· The Motley Fool· 28d ago Bullish
While Wall Street Worries, This Cheap Warren Buffett Consumer Stock Is a Screaming Buy
News· GlobeNewswire Inc.· 35d ago Bullish
North Texas Food Bank Welcomes Five New Members to its Board of Directors
News· SEC EDGAR· 36d ago
KROGER CO filed an 8-K: Other Material Event
News· The Motley Fool· 37d ago Bullish
3 Recession-Proof Dividend Stocks You Can't Go Wrong With in July
News· SEC EDGAR· 40d ago
KROGER CO filed an 8-K: Executive / Board Change, Shareholder Vote
News· SEC EDGAR· 40d ago
KROGER CO filed a Quarterly report (10-Q)

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KR stock FAQ

Why is $KR moving today?

KR is one of today's most active names, trading on unusually heavy volume (live price and day move above). Our scanner has fired 1 unusual-volume and momentum alert on KR today, peaking at 2.1x its normal volume.

What is the KR stock price today?

KR last traded at $56.81, up 0.23% on the day. The price and chart above update live during market hours (4 AM to 8 PM ET).

When does KR report earnings?

The Kroger Co. (KR) is next expected to report earnings on Thursday, September 10, 2026, about 35 days away. Earnings reports often cause large overnight gaps, so many traders manage risk around the date. The date can shift until the company officially confirms it.

Does KR pay a dividend?

Yes. KR currently has a dividend yield of about 2.75% ($1.56 per share per year), with the next ex-dividend date on Aug 14. Dividend figures can change; this is not investment advice.

Where can I see live KR alerts?

The KR Live Alerts panel on this page streams real-time unusual volume (RVOL), momentum, halt and 200-EMA alerts from our scanner the moment they fire. Our scanner has flagged KR 15 times in the last 30 days.

What exchange is KR on?

KR (The Kroger Co.) trades on XNYS, with a market cap of about $34.72B in the RETAIL-GROCERY STORES sector.

Is KR good for day trading?

That depends on your strategy and risk. Day traders look for volume, volatility and a clear trend. Use the live chart, RVOL alerts and 200-EMA context on this page to judge KR for yourself. This is not investment advice.

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