The Kroger Co (LTS:0JS2) GF Value Rank: 10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026) — 100% Above Median


LTS:0JS2 The Kroger Co LTS:0JS2
69 GF Score
Price $57.58
GF Value $66.90
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is The Kroger Co GF Value Rank?

The Kroger Co LTS:0JS2 69 GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 04, 2026, which is 100% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates LTS:0JS2 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $66.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

The Kroger Co has the GF Value Rank of 10.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

The Kroger Co GF Value Rank Related Terms

LTS:0JS2 vs SFM, ACI, WMK: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Grocery Stores subindustry, The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 10 mean?
The Kroger Co (LTS:0JS2) has a GF Value Rank of 10 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors. This is 100% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00.
Is The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank too high?
The Kroger Co's current GF Value Rank of 10 is 100% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, The Kroger Co has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank compare to SFM and ACI?
The Kroger Co's GF Value Rank of 10 can be compared against companies in the Retail - Defensive industry. Historically, The Kroger Co's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Retail - Defensive company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Retail - Defensive industry context. However, GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors. The Kroger Co's current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 100% above median its own 10-year median of 5.00. 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 (LTS:0JS2) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $66.90, compared to a current price of $57.58 — trading 13.9% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 100% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. The Kroger Co's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Kroger Co (LTS:0JS2), the current GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 04, 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 (LTS:0JS2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Kroger Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $57.58 is trading 13.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $66.90. GuruFocus considers The Kroger Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0JS2:

  • GF Value Rank: 10 (100% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: $66.90 vs. price of $57.58 (13.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0JS2 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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