KR is Kroger Company (The) (Consumer Defensive). Trading at $56.25. Current dividend yield: 2.44%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $1.40 |
| Current yield | 2.44% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Aug 14, 2026(in 2 days) |
| Most recent payment date | May 15, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.3500 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 14.53% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 12.54% |
| Payout ratio | 80% |
| Market cap | $34.76B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | $0.3900 |
| 2026-05-15 | $0.3500 |
| 2026-02-13 | $0.3500 |
| 2025-11-14 | $0.3500 |
| 2025-08-15 | $0.3500 |
| 2025-05-15 | $0.3200 |
| 2025-02-14 | $0.3200 |
| 2024-11-15 | $0.3200 |
About KR
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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Frequently asked
What is KR's dividend yield?
KR (Kroger Company (The)) currently has a dividend yield of 2.44%, which works out to about $1.40 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is KR's next ex-dividend date?
KR's next ex-dividend date is Aug 14, 2026 (in 2 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did KR last pay a dividend?
KR's most recent dividend payment date was May 15, 2026.
How often does KR pay dividends?
KR pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is KR growing its dividend?
KR has been growing its dividend at a 12.54% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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