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The Kroger Co. (KR) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $3.35B

The free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR) is $3.35B. It is above its 12-month average by 30.68% ($2.56B).

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KR Free Cash Flow (FCF)
$3.35B+88.52% 1Y
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KR Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)

$3.35B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM

$2.56B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y

$2.67B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y

$2.56B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y

$2.07B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y

$1.76B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y

$1.51B

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+30.68%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+25.45%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+30.66%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+61.99%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+90.81%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+121.29%

FCF Analysis

Free Cash Flow (TTM)

$3.35B

FCF Yield

8.88%

Price/FCF

11.3

Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures

Why FCF matters:

  • Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
  • Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
  • Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
  • Key metric for DCF valuation models

The Kroger Co. Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition

Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

The Kroger Co. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ

What is the free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $3.35B.
What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $2.56B.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $2.67B.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $2.56B.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $2.07B.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $1.76B.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for KR stock is $1.51B.

The Kroger Co. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
2026-01-31$3.35B
2025-02-01$1.78B
2024-02-03$2.88B
2023-01-28$1.23B
2022-01-29$3.58B
2021-01-30$3.95B
2020-02-01$1.54B
2019-02-02$1.20B
2018-02-03$604.00M
2017-01-28$573.00M
2016-01-30$1.57B
2015-01-31$1.38B
2014-02-01$1.05B
2013-02-02$892.00M
2012-01-28$760.70M
2011-01-29$1.45B
2010-01-30$625.30M
2009-01-31$747.00M
2008-02-02$455.00M
2007-02-03$668.00M
2006-01-28$886.00M
2005-01-29$696.00M
2004-01-31$215.00M
2003-02-01$1.29B
2002-02-02$208.00M
2001-02-03$658.00M
2000-01-29$-143.00M
1998-12-31$192.00M
1997-12-31$171.00M
1996-12-31$-234.50M

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.

Cincinnati, OH
409,000 employees
Consumer Defensive / Grocery Stores
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Grocery Stores
CEO
Gregory S. Foran