Kroger Company (KR)

Net profit margin

Jan 31, 2025 Feb 3, 2024 Jan 31, 2024 Jan 31, 2023 Jan 28, 2023
Net income US$ in thousands 2,665,000 2,164,000 2,164,000 2,244,000 2,244,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 147,123,000 149,598,000 150,039,000 148,258,000 147,723,000
Net profit margin 1.81% 1.45% 1.44% 1.51% 1.52%

January 31, 2025 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $2,665,000K ÷ $147,123,000K
= 1.81%

The net profit margin of Kroger Company has fluctuated over the years, as evidenced by the following data:

- January 28, 2023: 1.52%
- January 31, 2023: 1.51%
- January 31, 2024: 1.44%
- February 3, 2024: 1.45%
- January 31, 2025: 1.81%

The net profit margin represents the percentage of revenue that translates into profit after accounting for all expenses.

The slight decrease in the net profit margin from 1.52% in January 28, 2023, to 1.44% in January 31, 2024, could indicate that Kroger Company faced challenges in managing its expenses efficiently. However, the increase to 1.81% by January 31, 2025, suggests an improvement in profitability, possibly due to cost-cutting measures, increased revenue, or other strategic initiatives.

Overall, while the net profit margin has shown some variability, it is essential for Kroger Company to continue monitoring and managing its expenses effectively to ensure sustained profitability in the future.


Peer comparison

Jan 31, 2025

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Kroger Company
KR
1.81%
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
GO
0.90%
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC
SFM
4.93%