The Kroger Co. reported mixed first-quarter results, prompting analysts at Barclays, Morgan Stanley, and Guggenheim to lower their price targets on the grocery retailer. Kroger reported adjusted earnings of $1.58 per share, missing the consensus estimate of $1.59, while revenue rose to $46.12 billion, topping analysts’ expectations of $45.47 billion. The company affirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook for identical sales, excluding fuel, to increase 1% to 2%.

Kroger expects adjusted earnings of $5.10 to $5.30 per share, compared with the Wall Street consensus estimate of $5.27. The company maintained its forecast for FIFO operating profit of $5.0 billion to $5.2 billion, free cash flow of $2.7 billion to $2.9 billion, and capital expenditures of $3.8 billion to $4.0 billion.

CEO Greg Foran stated, "I joined Kroger because I believe it represents the best opportunity in retail. We serve millions of families every day, in our stores and online. We have the right stores in the right places, unmatched customer insights, and the ability to win. Our focus is clear: to become America’s best grocer. We will measure ourselves against that every day."

Following the earnings announcement, analysts revised their ratings. Morgan Stanley analyst Simeon Gutman maintained the stock with an Equal-Weight rating and lowered the price target from $73 to $67. Barclays analyst Seth Sigman maintained the stock with an Equal-Weight rating and cut the price target from $68 to $61. Guggenheim analyst John Heinbockel maintained Kroger with a Buy rating and lowered the price target from $78 to $71.

Kroger shares rose 0.7% to trade at $56.99 on Monday.

The Kroger Co. has expanded its Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus floral collection to include Vanderpump Home, introducing new products available in stores now. The additional items feature an assortment of floral-inspired candles, a plant care starter kit, ornaments, preserved and silk roses, and various bouquets and arrangements. This expansion aims to help customers celebrate life's moments with high-quality florals and home decor items that blend Lisa Vanderpump's signature style with seasonal inspiration.

Carlo Baldan, group vice president of Fresh Merchandising at Kroger, stated that the continued collaboration brings the vision of Bloom Haus to life. He emphasized that the collection combines thoughtful design with Vanderpump's aesthetic, making it easier for customers to add elegance to everyday moments. The products are available exclusively at Kroger Family of Stores, with more items set to be released throughout the year.

New Product Categories

The expansion introduces several new categories to the Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus line. The collection now includes home fragrance items, plant care tools, and decorative keepsakes. These products are designed to offer a polished touch to everyday living and gift-giving.

Featured Items

Lisa Vanderpump expressed her enthusiasm for the expansion, noting that the line has been a passion project. She highlighted the quality of the preserved roses as stunning keepsakes that last indefinitely and described the candles as delicious. The collection allows customers to achieve a refined aesthetic through bouquets that can be placed directly into vases or styled using video tutorials accessed via QR codes.

Customers can purchase the Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus collection exclusively at Kroger Family of Stores and through delivery platforms DoorDash and Uber Eats. The company has also encouraged social media engagement by tagging @lisavanderpump and @veryvanderpump.