The Kroger Co. (KR) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
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 (r...
The Kroger Co. (KR) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 37.96 (historical range: 12.59–173.78, median: 19.89), placing it at the 85th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 0.26 (range: 0.21–0.36, 52th percentile — near its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 12.41 (range: 11.51–12.68, 90th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), The Kroger Co.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 137% over the observed period (from an average of 21.1 to 49.9).
The Kroger Co. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 37.96 | 19.89 | 85th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 0.26 | 0.25 | 52th | near its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 12.41 | 11.98 | 90th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 9.11% | 7.10% | 96th | cheap relative to its history |
The Kroger Co. (KR) Valuation & P/E History
The Kroger Co. (KR) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Retail-Grocery Stores industry currently trading at $63.63 with a market capitalization of $37.6 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for KR based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 37.96 is above the historical median of 19.89, placing KR at the 85th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.26 compares to a median of 0.25.
KR Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows The Kroger Co.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether KR is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests KR is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for The Kroger Co..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is KR Overvalued or Undervalued?
The Kroger Co. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 76 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive KR is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full KR analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.KR trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.