Forward PE Ratio: 12.35
The forward PE ratio is 12.35 as of Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Forward PE Ratio (12.35) = Close Price ($59.86) / Consensus Forward EPS ($4.80)
KR Forward PE Ratio Metrics
FORWARD PE RATIO
12.35
KR Competitors' Forward PE Ratio
The Kroger Co.
Market Cap
$36.67B
Forward PE Ratio
12.35
| NAME | MARKET CAP | FORWARD PE RATIO |
|---|---|---|
| The Kroger Co. (KR) | $36.67B | 12.35 |
| Kenvue Inc. (KVUE)vs › | $36.83B | 16.15 |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vs › | $36.49B | 14.75 |
| Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vs › | $38.06B | 17.26 |
| The Hershey Company (HSY)vs › | $34.82B | 20.68 |
| Sysco Corporation (SYY)vs › | $39.23B | 18.13 |
| Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP)vs › | $41.80B | 13.55 |
| The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)vs › | $29.65B | 33.66 |
| The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC)vs › | $29.26B | 12.12 |
| Kellanova (K)vs › | $29.03B | 22.06 |
Trailing vs Forward
Trailing P/E
34.7
reported TTM EPS
Forward P/E
12.3
consensus next-FY EPS
The gap between the two multiples is the consensus growth expectation: analysts' forward EPS of $4.80 implies +180.7% EPS growth vs the reported trailing $1.71.
Forward P/E by Fiscal Year
View All Analyst EstimatesAt today's $59.86 close, each upcoming fiscal year's consensus EPS implies a different multiple — how quickly the price is "paid down" by expected earnings if the estimates hold.
| Fiscal year end | Consensus EPS | Estimate range | Analysts | Implied P/E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-31 | $5.20 | $5.11 – $5.28 | 12 | 11.5x |
| 2028-01-31 | $5.53 | $5.33 – $5.70 | 12 | 10.8x |
| 2029-01-31 | $5.89 | $4.43 – $6.62 | 5 | 10.2x |
Source: FMP analyst consensus estimates, refreshed with the daily precompute. "n/m" = the consensus EPS is not positive, so a multiple is undefined. There is no forward P/E history chart here because charting one would require the estimates as they stood in the past, which we do not store — see the trailing P/E history for how the realized multiple has moved.
Forward PE Ratio Formula & Definition
PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)
The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Forward PE Ratio FAQ
- What is the forward PE ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
- The forward PE ratio for KR stock is 12.35.
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About The Kroger Co.
The Kroger Co. functions as a significant retail entity throughout the United States, encompassing a varied collection of store formats. Its operations include integrated food and drug stores, which stock a broad range of products from natural and organic sections to pharmacies, general merchandise, pet centers, fresh seafood, and organic produce. The company also runs multi-department stores that broaden their offerings to include apparel, home fashion and furnishings, outdoor living goods, electronics, automotive products, and toys. Furthermore, Kroger's marketplace stores blend comprehensive grocery services, pharmacies, health and beauty care, and perishable items with general merchandise such as clothing and household goods. Its price impact warehouse stores, on the other hand, concentrate on providing groceries, health and beauty essentials, meat, dairy, baked goods, and fresh produce at competitive prices. Beyond its retail presence, Kroger is involved in manufacturing and processing food products, which it then sells through its own supermarkets and online platforms. The company also operates 1,613 fuel centers, selling fuel to customers. As of January 29, 2022, The Kroger Co. managed 2,726 supermarkets, operating under numerous brand names across 35 states and the District of Columbia. Established in 1883, the company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Grocery Stores
- CEO
- Gregory S. Foran