Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Boosts Kroger Stake

Investment firm increases holding in grocery chain by 5.8% in Q3

Feb. 28, 2026 at 11:00am

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Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. grew its stake in The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) by 5.8% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The institutional investor now owns 1,249,074 shares of the company's stock, worth approximately $84.2 million.

Why it matters

Kroger is one of the largest supermarket operators in the United States, with a portfolio of retail grocery and related service banners. Institutional investors like Mitsubishi UFJ closely monitor and adjust their positions in major consumer staples companies like Kroger, which can provide insights into market sentiment and future growth prospects.

The details

According to the filing, Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management added 68,989 shares to its Kroger position during the third quarter. This increased the firm's total stake in Kroger by 5.8%, bringing its ownership to approximately 0.19% of the company's outstanding shares.

  • Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management filed the 13F report detailing its Q3 2026 holdings on February 28, 2026.

The players

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd.

An investment management firm and subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, one of the largest financial institutions in Japan.

The Kroger Co.

One of the largest supermarket operators in the United States, with a portfolio of retail grocery and related service banners.

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The takeaway

Kroger's continued appeal to major institutional investors like Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management suggests the grocery chain remains an attractive long-term investment, despite some recent market volatility. The increased stake signals the firm's confidence in Kroger's growth prospects and ability to navigate the evolving retail landscape.