KR monthly performance report
Monthly KR research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
KR monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Kroger (KR) closed August 2026 at $56.68, down 1.84% for the month and −21.00% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, KR is −9.28%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.89% YTD.
- The stock is trading −12.94% versus its 200-day moving average ($65.10), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, KR has underperformed the S&P 500 by −57.76%, with a relative strength index reading of 66.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Kroger ended August 2026 at $56.68, posting a monthly return of −1.84%. The S&P 500 returned +3.05% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −4.88%.
The current quarter stands at +4.62% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −12.94% versus the 200-day moving average ($65.10).
Year-to-date, KR is −9.28% against SPY +12.89%, a gap of −22.17%. The stock is currently −25.99% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −26.55%.
| Period | KR | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.92% | −0.20% | −1.72% |
| 1 Week | −4.24% | +3.90% | −8.15% |
| 1 Month | −1.84% | +3.05% | −4.88% |
| 3 Months | −16.73% | +7.11% | −23.85% |
| 6 Months | −10.12% | +10.70% | −20.81% |
| YTD | −9.28% | +12.89% | −22.17% |
| 12 Months | −21.00% | +22.58% | −43.59% |
| 3 Years | +14.53% | +72.29% | −57.76% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2024 | +15.20% |
| #2 | Jul 2024 | +9.09% |
| #3 | Nov 2024 | +8.45% |
| #4 | Feb 2026 | +8.28% |
| #5 | Apr 2025 | +8.07% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | −11.29% |
| #2 | May 2026 | −9.11% |
| #3 | Dec 2025 | −7.13% |
| #4 | Apr 2026 | −5.31% |
| #5 | Oct 2025 | −5.14% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +8.20% |
| Q3 2025 | −7.43% |
| Q4 2025 | −6.52% |
| Q1 2026 | +15.93% |
| Q2 2026 | −23.66% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +4.62% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +2.35% |
| 2024 | +34.92% |
| 2025 | +6.64% |
| 2026 | −7.42% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $76.58 (2026-03-12) |
| 52-Week Low | $54.15 (2026-07-01) |
| Current Price | $56.68 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $65.10 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −12.94% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −26.55% (2026-06-30) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −25.99% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 66.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −57.76% |
| RS Peak | 127.6 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 66.8 (Aug 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was KR's return for this report period?
KR returned −1.84% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-08-05.
Has KR outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD KR: −9.28% vs SPY: +12.89%.
What is KR's 12-month return?
−21.00% over the trailing 12 months.
Is KR above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −12.94% versus 200DMA ($65.10).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−26.55% on 2026-06-30.