Kroger Reaches New 12-Month High

Shares of the grocery retailer hit a new 52-week high, but is it still a buy?

Mar. 12, 2026 at 5:20pm

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Shares of The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) hit a new 52-week high during trading on Thursday, reaching as high as $75.95. The stock closed at $75.92, up 4.8% on the day. Analysts have a Moderate Buy rating on the stock, with an average price target of $74.56.

Why it matters

Kroger's new 52-week high reflects the company's strong performance and investor confidence in its future. As one of the largest supermarket operators in the U.S., Kroger's stock price movements are closely watched as an indicator of the broader grocery industry.

The details

Several brokerages have recently weighed in on Kroger, with Deutsche Bank upgrading the stock to a Buy rating and setting a $75 price target. Other analysts have maintained Hold or Market Perform ratings, though the overall consensus is Moderate Buy. Kroger reported strong Q4 2025 earnings in March, beating estimates on both the top and bottom lines.

  • Kroger stock hit a new 52-week high on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
  • Kroger reported Q4 2025 earnings on March 5, 2026.

The players

The Kroger Co.

One of the largest supermarket operators in the United States, offering a wide range of retail grocery and related services.

Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft

A global investment bank that recently upgraded Kroger's stock to a Buy rating.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Kroger's new 52-week high demonstrates the company's resilience and ability to adapt in a competitive grocery landscape. As one of the largest and most recognizable supermarket chains, Kroger's performance is a bellwether for the broader industry.