Kroger reported a net loss of $1.32bn in Q3 2025, compared to a net income of $618m in the same quarter last year. Operating loss was $1.54bn, with sales slightly up to $33.85bn. Identical sales rose 2.6%, with a gross margin of 22.8%.
The company expects adjusted earnings of $4.75 to $4.80 per share for the full year, with identical sales growth between 2.8% and 3% in 2025. Kroger plans to make its e-commerce business profitable in 2026, following a strategic review to drive progress in key areas.
Chairman and CEO Ron Sargent highlighted strong results and progress on strategic priorities, with an emphasis on the impressive performance of the e-commerce business. Despite the loss in Q3, Kroger remains optimistic about future growth and profitability in the coming years.
Read more at Yahoo Finance: Kroger swings to Q3 2025 loss despite modest sales growth
