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The Kroger Co. (KR) PE Ratio: 40.90

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Is The Kroger Co.’s P/E ratio high or low?

The Kroger Co.'s P/E ratio of 40.90 is 80% above its 5-year average of 22.77, around the middle of its 5-year range (11.55–70.00).

The P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR) is 40.90 as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 14.80% (35.63).

PE Ratio (40.90) = Close Price ($62.99) / Diluted TTM EPS ($1.54)

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KR PE Ratio
40.90+129.26% 1Y
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KR PE Ratio Metrics

PE RATIO

40.90

PE RATIO AVG TTM

35.63

PE RATIO AVG 3Y

23.50

PE RATIO AVG 5Y

22.77

PE RATIO AVG 10Y

17.43

PE RATIO AVG 15Y

17.42

PE RATIO AVG 20Y

29.91

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+14.80%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+74.07%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+79.62%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+134.70%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+134.85%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+36.76%

KR Competitors' PE Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPPE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
The Kroger Co. (KR)—40.9035.6323.5022.77
Sysco Corporation (SYY)$37.08B21.4820.9420.1236.62
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP)$42.83B23.3224.1224.4526.14
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)$33.37B15.7817.0420.3121.66
Kellanova (K)$29.03B22.9022.7723.0520.11
Dollar General Corporation (DG)$24.13B15.4720.6617.0719.11
Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ)$24.12B14.6128.10157.67197.00
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD)$22.99B32.0234.9240.9737.28
Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR)$21.55B17.5219.9319.5020.18
Target Corporation (TGT)$57.49B16.7312.5015.0816.64

P/E vs. its own history

At 40.9, P/E is richer than usual — richer than 92% of its 20-year range.

20-year low

5.5

median

16.0

20-year high

561.0

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P/E Comparison

Trailing P/E

40.9

Forward P/E

11.2

Forward P/E Calculation

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Forward P/E is calculated using analyst consensus EPS estimates for the current or next fiscal year.

Calculation:

Current Price

$62.99

÷

Forward EPS (Est.)

$5.62

=

Forward P/E

11.21

Source: FMP Analyst Consensus Estimates. Forward EPS represents the average analyst estimate for the nearest fiscal year.

The Kroger Co. 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

The Kroger Co. PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The P/E ratio for KR stock is 40.90.
Is The Kroger Co.'s P/E ratio high or low?
The Kroger Co.'s P/E ratio of 40.90 is 80% above its 5-year average of 22.77, around the middle of its 5-year range (11.55–70.00).
What is the TTM average P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The TTM average P/E ratio for KR stock is 35.63.
What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 3Y average P/E ratio for KR stock is 23.50.
What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 5Y average P/E ratio for KR stock is 22.77.
What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 10Y average P/E ratio for KR stock is 17.43.
What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 15Y average P/E ratio for KR stock is 17.42.
What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for The Kroger Co. (KR)?
The 20Y average P/E ratio for KR stock is 29.91.

The Kroger Co. PE Ratio History

DATEPE RATIO
2026-06-0940.90
2026-06-0840.88
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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.

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