The Kroger Co (MIL:1KR) EPS (Basic): €1.45 (TTM As of Apr. 2026)


MIL:1KR The Kroger Co MIL:1KR
50 GF Score
Price €50.12
GF Value €59.03
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is The Kroger Co EPS (Basic)?

The Kroger Co MIL:1KR +0.58% 50 EPS (Basic) is €1.45 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates MIL:1KR with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of €59.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

The Kroger Co's basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was €1.25. Its basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €1.45.

The Kroger Co's EPS (Diluted) for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was €1.25. Its EPS (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €1.44.

The Kroger Co's EPS without NRI for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was €1.35. Its EPS without NRIearnings per share without non-recurring items for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was 4.23.

During the past 12 months, The Kroger Co's average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 9.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 4.70% per year. During the past 5 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 7.00% per year. During the past 10 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 11.50% per year. Please click Growth Rate Calculation Example (GuruFocus) to see how GuruFocus calculates Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)'s revenue growth rate. You can apply the same method to get the EPS without NRI Growth Rate using EPS without NRI data.

During the past 13 years, The Kroger Co's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 42.60% per year. The lowest was -29.10% per year. And the median was 13.00% per year.

The Kroger Co  (MIL:1KR) EPS (Basic) Explanation

EPS is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.

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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.

If a company's earnings per share is less than cash flow per share over long term, investors need to be cautious and find out why.

The Kroger Co EPS (Basic) Related Terms

The Kroger Co EPS (Basic) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Kroger Co's EPS (Basic) can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

The Kroger Co EPS (Basic) Chart

The Kroger Co Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
EPS (Basic)
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.95 2.88 2.75 3.57 1.32

The Kroger Co Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
EPS (Basic) Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.16 0.78 -1.74 1.16 1.25
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The Kroger Co EPS (Basic) Calculation

EPS (Basic) is a rough measurement of the amount of a company's profit that can be allocated to one share of its stock. Basic earnings per share (EPS) do not factor in the dilutive effects on convertible securities.

The Kroger Co's Basic EPS for the fiscal year that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as

Basic EPS (A: Jan. 2026 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(864.616-0)/652.000
=1.33

The Kroger Co's Basic EPS for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Basic EPS (Q: Apr. 2026 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(772.065-0)/613.000
=1.26

EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1.45

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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What does a EPS (Basic) of €1.45 mean?
The Kroger Co (MIL:1KR) has a EPS (Basic) of €1.45 as of Apr. 2026. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors.
Is The Kroger Co's EPS (Basic) too high?
The Kroger Co's current EPS (Basic) is €1.45. Overall, The Kroger Co has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Kroger Co's EPS (Basic) compare to SFM and ACI?
The Kroger Co's EPS (Basic) of €1.45 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Defensive industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EPS (Basic) for a Retail - Defensive company?
A good EPS (Basic) depends on the Retail - Defensive industry context. However, EPS (Basic) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EPS (Basic) mean?
A high EPS (Basic) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors. The Kroger Co's current EPS (Basic) is €1.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Kroger Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Kroger Co (MIL:1KR) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €59.03, compared to a current price of €50.12 — trading 15.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EPS (Basic) is €1.45. The Kroger Co's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EPS (Basic) calculated?
EPS (Basic) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Kroger Co (MIL:1KR), the current EPS (Basic) is €1.45 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is The Kroger Co (MIL:1KR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Kroger Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €50.12 is trading 15.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €59.03. GuruFocus considers The Kroger Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1KR:

  • EPS (Basic): €1.45
  • GF Value™: €59.03 vs. price of €50.12 (15.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1KR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

The Kroger Co Business Description

Address 1014 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, USA, 45202-1100
Founded in 1883, Kroger is the largest pure-play supermarket operator in the United States, operating roughly 2,700 stores across more than 30 banners. Kroger's business is primarily grocery-led (roughly 78% of sales), spanning fresh food and private-label offerings, complemented by fuel centers (9%) and pharmacies (12%). The firm also generates income from advertising, data analytics, and manufacturing.
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