Q2 FY27 · Ended Aug 15, 2026 · View SEC filing
The profit jump came from smaller charges, not stronger trade
Operating profit rose 12.5% on 2.0% sales growth, yet the company's own adjusted measure was slightly lower.
For investorsWhat Kroger's profit line depends on from here
For foundersTurning existing locations into a delivery network
Pump prices rose 25.3% while grocery sales excluding fuel grew 0.2%, as shoppers bought fewer items.
Capital spending took 87% of operating cash in the quarter, so free cash flow fell to $167M.
Net earnings rose 5.3%, while a smaller share count lifted diluted earnings per share to $1.05.
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