Kroger
Public
Leading American retail chain with supermarkets nationwide.
Founded
1883Founded in 1883 by Bernard Kroger in Cincinnati, Ohio, The Kroger Co. is a leading American retail chain operating over 2,700 supermarkets across the United States. The company's core mission is to provide high-quality food and drug products through its combination food and drug stores, multi-department stores, marketplace stores, and price impact warehouses. Kroger's offerings include natural and organic foods, pharmacies, general merchandise, apparel, home furnishings, electronics, and automotive products. The retailer focuses on delivering value and convenience to its customers nationwide.
Notable figures associated with Kroger include Rodney McMullen, who serves as CEO and chairman. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker KR and is a component of the S&P 500. Kroger has earned recognition for its commitment to disability equality, achieving top scores on Disability:IN's Disability Equality Index for four consecutive years. With a significant impact on the retail industry, Kroger continues to demonstrate strength and diversity in its business operations, contributing to its longstanding success and market presence.
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Kroger - Quick Facts
Who are Kroger's competitors?
Companies similar to Kroger include Dollar General, Giant Eagle, Kohl’s and Stop & Shop.
When was Kroger founded?
Kroger was founded in 1883.
Where is Kroger's headquarters located?
Kroger's headquarters is located in Cincinnati, OH, US.
When was Kroger's last funding round?
Kroger's most recent funding round was for $550M (USD) in February 2020.
How much has Kroger raised to-date?
As of Feb 18, 2020, Kroger has raised a total of $550M (USD).
How many employees does Kroger have?
Kroger has 430,000 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.
Kroger - Classification
- Ownership
- Geographic Exposure
- United States
- Revenue
- Customer
- Main Product
- NAICS
- 455000General Merchandise Retailers
- 455200Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers
- 455210Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers
- 455211Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters
- 450000Retail Trade
- SIC
- 5400Food Stores
- 5410Grocery Stores
- 5411Grocery Stores
- ISIC
- 4711Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating
- 4719Other retail sale in non-specialized stores
Show 29 more industry codes
- NAICS
- 440000Retail Trade
- 441000Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
- 441300Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Retailers
- 441330Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers
- 445000Food and Beverage Retailers
- 445100Grocery and Convenience Retailers
- 445110Supermarkets and Other Grocery Retailers (except Convenience Retailers)
- 445130Convenience Retailers and Vending Machine Operators
- 445131Convenience Retailers
- 455100Department Stores
- 455110Department Stores
- 456000Health and Personal Care Retailers
- 457000Gasoline Stations and Fuel Dealers
- 457100Gasoline Stations
- 457110Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores
- 620000Health Care and Social Assistance
- 456100Health and Personal Care Retailers
- 456110Pharmacies and Drug Retailers
- SIC
- 5490Miscellaneous Food Stores
- 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
- 5900Miscellaneous Retail
- 8000Health Services
- 5910Drug Stores And Proprietary Stores
- 5990Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
- 8040Offices And Clinics Of Other Health Practitioners
- 5912Drug Stores and Proprietary Stores
- 5999Miscellaneous Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
- 8049Offices And Clinics Of Health Practitioners, Not Elsewhere Classified
- ISIC
- 4772Retail sale of pharmaceutical and medical goods, cosmetic and toilet articles in specialized stores