Kroger [KR] vs Sprouts Farmers [SFM] Detailed Stock Comparison
Kroger
NYSE
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Sprouts Farmers
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Kroger wins in 10 metrics, Sprouts Farmers wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Kroger appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Kroger | Sprouts Farmers | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 20.23 | 30.66 | Kroger |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 6.02 | 10.74 | Kroger |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 229.20 | 129.44 | Sprouts Farmers |
| PEG Ratio | 16.21 | 35.47 | Kroger |
| EV/EBITDA | 9.32 | 20.51 | Kroger |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 1.76% | 5.77% | Sprouts Farmers |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 1.99% | 8.08% | Sprouts Farmers |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 1.99% | 8.08% | Sprouts Farmers |
| Return on Equity | 24.24% | 36.94% | Sprouts Farmers |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 5.53% | 11.03% | Sprouts Farmers |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.78B | $414.84M | Kroger |
| Dividend Yield | 1.95% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 37.69% | 54.75% | Sprouts Farmers |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.33 | 1.73 | Kroger |
| Enterprise Value | $74.38B | $16.05B | Kroger |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 0.51 | 1.91 | Kroger |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 23.42% | 38.85% | Sprouts Farmers |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $210 | $85 | Kroger |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.67 | $4.86 | Sprouts Farmers |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.58 | 0.78 | Kroger |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Kroger vs Sprouts Farmers Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kroger | 0.65% | 4.04% | 6.45% | 3.38% | 13.73% | 19.86% |
| Sprouts Farmers | -1.52% | -3.30% | -6.22% | -5.81% | -11.79% | 12.06% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kroger | 37.69% | 57.25% | 109.78% | 93.59% | 574.91% | 668.53% |
| Sprouts Farmers | 54.75% | 410.41% | 508.12% | 608.80% | 272.66% | 272.66% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Kroger vs Sprouts Farmers
| Metric | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $49.08B | $14.56B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 6,543,620 | 1,884,310 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 6,134,870 | 2,029,063 |
| Last Close | $74.24 | $148.99 |
| 52 Week Range | $50.69 - $74.69 | $94.16 - $182.00 |
| % from 52W High | -0.60% | -18.14% |
| All-Time High | $74.69 (Aug 08, 2025) | $182.00 (Jun 03, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -0.60% | -18.14% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.01% | 0.17% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.88% | 0.40% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.02% | 0.06% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.02% | 0.08% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.24% | 0.37% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 229.20 | 129.44 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $12.34 | $13.88 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $3.09 | $2.68 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.60B | $744.26M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.61B | $549.00M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.95% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.28 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Kroger vs Sprouts Farmers
| Metric | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 20.23 | 30.66 |
| Forward P/E | 16.21 | 35.47 |
| PEG Ratio | 16.21 | 35.47 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.33 | 1.73 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 6.02 | 10.74 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $49.08B | $14.56B |
| Enterprise Value | $74.38B | $16.05B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 0.51 | 1.91 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 9.32 | 20.51 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.58 | 0.78 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $12.34 | $13.88 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Kroger vs Sprouts Farmers
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $45.12B | $2.24B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $34.55B | $1.35B |
| Gross Profit | $10.57B | $886.36M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $1.32B | $228.04M |
| EBITDA | $2.56B | $300.86M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $1.10B | $227.26M |
| Income Tax | $235.00M | $47.23M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $868.00M | $180.03M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $4.74B | $285.66M |
| Total Current Assets | $15.77B | $732.29M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $16.63B | $771.99M |
| Long-Term Debt | $23.73B | $1.56B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $8.91B | $1.29B |
| Retained Earnings | $29.38B | $473.09M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $32.67B | $2.40B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $2.18B | $289.08M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-1.04B | $-59.48M |
| Free Cash Flow | $1.11B | $239.61M |
| Debt Repayment | $-52.00M | $-326,000 |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-181.00M | $-218.76M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 32.27M | 6.22M |
| Short Ratio | 3.75 | 2.48 |
| Short % of Float | 0.06% | 0.09% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 6,543,620 | 1,884,310 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 6,134,870 | 2,029,063 |
| Shares Outstanding | 659.60M | 99.26M |
| Float Shares | 740.56M | 97.25M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.08% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.81% | 0.97% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Kroger vs Sprouts Farmers
| Metric | KR | SFM |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.28 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.95% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.16 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.56% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $3.48 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 15, 2025 | N/A |