The Kroger Co (BSP:K1RC34) Research & Development: R$0 Mil (TTM As of Apr. 2026)

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BSP:K1RC34 The Kroger Co BSP:K1RC34
70 GF Score
Price R$334.94
GF Value R$327.79
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is The Kroger Co Research & Development?

The Kroger Co BSP:K1RC34 70 Research & Development is R$0 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:K1RC34 with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of R$327.79 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. The Kroger Co's Research & Development for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was R$0 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was R$0 Mil.

The Kroger Co  (BSP:K1RC34) Research & Development Explanation

If competitive advantage is created by a patent or tech advantage, at some point it will disappear.

High R&D usually dictates high SG&A which threatens the competitive advantage.

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The Kroger Co Research & Development Calculation

This is the expense the company spent on research and development.

Research & Development 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 R$0 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Research & Development →
What does a Research & Development of R$0 Mil mean?
The Kroger Co (BSP:K1RC34) has a Research & Development of R$0 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors.
Is The Kroger Co's Research & Development too high?
The Kroger Co's current Research & Development is R$0 Mil. Overall, The Kroger Co has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Kroger Co's Research & Development compare to SFM and ACI?
The Kroger Co's Research & Development of R$0 Mil 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 Research & Development for a Retail - Defensive company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Retail - Defensive industry context. However, Research & Development 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 Research & Development mean?
A high Research & Development can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on The Kroger Co and its competitors. The Kroger Co's current Research & Development is R$0 Mil. 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 (BSP:K1RC34) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$327.79, compared to a current price of R$334.94 — trading 2.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is R$0 Mil. The Kroger Co's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Research & Development calculated?
Research & Development is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Kroger Co (BSP:K1RC34), the current Research & Development is R$0 Mil 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 (BSP:K1RC34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Kroger Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$334.94 is trading 2.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$327.79. GuruFocus considers The Kroger Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:K1RC34:

  • Research & Development: R$0 Mil
  • GF Value™: R$327.79 vs. price of R$334.94 (2.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:K1RC34 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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