The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) reported fourth quarter 2022 earnings results today.
Total company sales were $34.8 billion compared to $33 billion for the same period last year. Excluding fuel, sales increased 5.9%.
Net earnings attributable to the Kroger Co. were $450 million, or $0.62 per share, compared to $566 million, or $0.75 per share, last year. Adjusted EPS was $0.99.
Identical sales, ex-fuel, increased 6.2%.
For the full year of 2023, adjusted EPS is expected to be $4.45-4.60.