Schroder Investment Management Group Boosts Kroger Stake

Investment firm increases ownership in grocery retailer by 8.4% in Q3 2026.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Schroder Investment Management Group grew its stake in The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) by 8.4% during the 3rd quarter of 2026, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 1,491,076 shares of the grocery retailer's stock, worth approximately $99 million and representing around 0.23% ownership in the company.

Why it matters

Kroger is one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, and institutional investor activity in the stock can provide insight into market sentiment and future performance. Schroder's increased stake suggests the firm sees value in Kroger's business model and growth potential.

The details

According to the 13F filing, Schroder Investment Management Group purchased an additional 116,077 shares of Kroger during the third quarter. This brings the firm's total ownership in Kroger to 1,491,076 shares, or approximately 0.23% of the company's outstanding stock.

  • Schroder Investment Management Group increased its Kroger stake during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Schroder Investment Management Group

A global asset management firm that oversees over $1 trillion in assets for institutional and retail clients worldwide.

The Kroger Co.

One of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, operating over 2,700 stores under various banners including Kroger, Ralphs, and Harris Teeter.

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The takeaway

Schroder's increased stake in Kroger suggests the investment firm sees long-term value in the grocery retailer's business model and growth prospects, even as the sector faces ongoing competitive pressures from e-commerce and discount chains.