Anticipated Financial Results for Kroger in Q1 of 2026
Kroger's Q1 Earnings Ahead: What to Expect
Get ready for Kroger's Q1 earnings reveal on Friday, June 20th, before the market opens. The big question is, will this retail titan impress the investors again?
The consensus EPS Estimate is floating around $1.46 (+2.1% Y/Y), and the consensus Revenue Estimate is $45.31B (flat Y/Y).
Kroger's Track Record
Over the last 2 years, Kroger has outshone EPS estimates 100% of the time and has hit revenue estimates 38% of the time. But here's the catch – over the last 3 months, EPS estimates have seen 6 upward revisions and 2 downward. Revenue estimates have seen 2 upward revisions and 4 downward. Hmm, sounds like a mixed bag, doesn't it?
Analysts' Sentiment
Analysts generally expect Kroger to report adjusted EPS of around $1.45 for Q1, with total sales near $45.3 billion. Some predict a slightly higher EPS estimate of $1.46, while consensus revenue estimates hover just above $45 billion.
Kroger's recent performance has been a little hit-or-miss, with Q4 2024 results showing a decline in sales and a fall in adjusted EPS. However, the management is optimistic about a 2-3% identical sales growth for fiscal 2025 and an adjusted EPS in the range of $4.60 to $4.80 for the full year.
Recent Revisions and Sentiment
Analysts have maintained stable EPS estimates for Q1 2025, with little indication of upward revisions. Kroger currently has a Sell rating and an Earnings ESP of 0.00%, suggesting a lower likelihood of an earnings surprise or beat.
However, analysts remain optimistic for Q1 2026 and beyond, with annual EPS growth estimates near 8.7%, and several analysts have raised price targets. This suggests confidence in Kroger's ability to sustain growth, despite a challenging retail environment.
So, what's the bottom line? While the analyst outlook on Kroger’s upcoming Q1 earnings is cautiously positive, tempered by a history of mixed quarterly performance, investors can expect modest revenue growth and slightly improved EPS. However, Kroger's current sell rating and flat earnings surprise potential imply limited upside surprises in the near term. Longer-term analyst optimism reflects confidence in Kroger’s underlying business resilience and steady expansion prospects.
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Investors should keep an eye on Kroger's environmentally conscious business strategies while evaluating their financial investments, as the company's long-term growth potential might be influenced by its commitments to sustainability.
Despite the cautious optimism for Kroger's upcoming Q1 earnings, investors may want to consider the potential impacts of a challenging retail environment on the company's projected revenue growth and EPS.
