The Kroger CoXSWX:KR +0.65%79 EV-to-FCF is 20.15 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 27.75. GuruFocus rates XSWX:KR with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF52.99. The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 212 Retail - Defensive companies, The Kroger Co ranks worse than 58.49% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, The Kroger Co's Enterprise Value is CHF45,145 Mil.
The Kroger Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF2,241 Mil. Therefore, The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 20.15.
The historical rank and industry rank for The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:KR'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.77 Med: 27.75 Max: 78.6
Current: 19.7
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of The Kroger Co was 78.60. The lowest was 10.77. And the median was 27.75.
XSWX:KR's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 58.49% of 212
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 16.415
vs XSWX:KR: 19.70
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
The Kroger Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
The Kroger Co's share price for today is CHF46.155.
The Kroger Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 CHF1.332.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
The Kroger Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
The Kroger Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF 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.
For the Grocery Stores subindustry, The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
The Kroger Co EV-to-FCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
The Kroger Co's current Enterprise Value is CHF45,145 Mil.
The Kroger Co's Free Cash Flow 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 CHF2,241 Mil.
* 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 (XSWX:KR) has a EV-to-FCF of 20.15 as of Jul. 07, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors. This is 27% below median its historical median of 27.75. Over the past decade, The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.77 to 78.60. According to the industry distribution chart, The Kroger Co ranks #124 out of 212 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 58.5%.
Is The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
The Kroger Co's current EV-to-FCF of 20.15 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 27.75. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.77 to a high of 78.60. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.42. The Kroger Co's value of 20.15 is 22.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Kroger Co ranks #124 out of 212 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Kroger Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Kroger Co's EV-to-FCF compare to SFM and ACI?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, The Kroger Co ranks #124 out of 212 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places The Kroger Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.42. The Kroger Co's value of 20.15 is 22.8% above this benchmark. Historically, The Kroger Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 10.77 to 78.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 27.75 vs. the industry median of 16.42, The Kroger Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 16.42, based on 212 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. The Kroger Co's current EV-to-FCF of 20.15 is 22.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.42 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Kroger Co's current EV-to-FCF is 20.15, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 27.75. 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?
The Kroger Co (XSWX:KR) has a current EV-to-FCF of 20.15. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF52.99, compared to a current price of CHF46.16 — trading 12.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 20.15, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 27.75 and 22.8% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 16.42. The Kroger Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Kroger Co (XSWX:KR), the current EV-to-FCF is 20.15 as of Jul. 07, 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 (XSWX:KR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Kroger Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF46.16 is trading 12.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF52.99.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:KR:
EV-to-FCF: 20.15 (27% below median its 10-year median of 27.75)
GF Value™: CHF52.99 vs. price of CHF46.16 (12.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 22.8% above the Retail - Defensive median (#124 of 212)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:KR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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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