Kroger (KR)

Company ID: 271 | CIK: 0000056873
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Human capital disclosures. Workforce totals and demographics are point-in-time. Flow metrics use the year-to-date period for 10-Q and full year for 10-K. Workforce actions (RIFs, restructurings, acquisition-related changes) are listed in the table at the bottom.

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Workforce Actions

Period EndTypeStatusAffected% WorkforceAnnouncedExpected CompletionGeographySegment / FunctionChargeSourceNote
2026-08-15acquisition_additionannounced2026-07-01United StatesRetail operationsother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger agreement announced 2026-07-01 to acquire Giant Eagle, Inc. for approximately $1,650 million ($1,250 million cash plus ~$400 million assumed debt); expected to close in fiscal 2027 subject to HSR clearance and limited store divestitures. No employee/headcount figures disclosed for the transaction.
2026-08-15otherin_progressUnited StatesEnterprise — transformation initiativesUSD 119 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Transformation costs of $119 million ($91 million net of tax) charged to OG&A in the first two quarters of 2026, primarily third-party consulting fees for business transformation and cost savings initiatives; no employee counts or severance disclosed, so not classified as a reduction in force.
2026-05-23otherin_progressColorado, United StatesRetail operations — supermarketsMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor disputes at Colorado stores; identical sales excluding fuel were excluded for the first four weeks of Q1 2026 (and Q1 2025/Q1 2024) for stores involved. No affected-employee count disclosed. The $44M pre-tax net charge relates to Q1 2025 only and is not a current-period charge.
2026-01-31plant_closurein_progress2025United StatesRetail supermarketsUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		First quarter of fiscal 2025: store closure costs of $100 million ($77 million net of tax) for planned closing of approximately 60 stores; 50 stores closed operationally during fiscal 2025 per storing activity table. Employees affected not disclosed
2026-01-31restructuringcompleted1,0002025United StatesCorporate administrativeUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Second quarter of fiscal 2025: approved and implemented plan to reduce the corporate administrative team by nearly 1,000 associates; severance and related benefits charge of $47 million ($37 million net of tax). Count disclosed as nearly 1,000
2026-01-31plant_closurecompleted20252026-01Pleasant Prairie, WI; Frederick, MD; Groveland, FL; Charlotte, NC (site canceled)eCommerce automated fulfillment networkUSD 2,497 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic review of eCommerce operations during fiscal 2025; three automated fulfillment facilities closed January 2026 and a planned Charlotte, N.C. site canceled. Impairment and related charges of $2,497 million ($1,908 million net of tax), including an approximately $350 million cash termination payment to Ocado. Employees affected not disclosed
2026-01-31othercompleted2025Colorado, United StatesRetail storesUSD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor dispute affecting Colorado stores in the first quarter of fiscal 2025; net charge to Sales, Merchandise costs and OG&A of $44 million ($33 million net of tax). Stores involved were excluded from identical sales for the first four weeks of Q1 2025 and Q1 2024. Employees affected not disclosed
2026-01-31restructuringcompleted1,0002025-05-01United StatesCorporate AdministrativeUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Plan to reduce corporate administrative team by nearly 1,000 associates; charge of $47 million for severance and related benefits.
2026-01-31plant_closurecompleted2025-02-012026-01-31United StatesRetail StoresUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Planned closing of approximately 60 stores; store closure costs of $100 million.
2026-01-31plant_closurecompleted2025-05-012026-01-31United StateseCommerce FulfillmentUSD 2,500 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Closure of three automated fulfillment facilities (Pleasant Prairie, Frederick, Groveland) and cancellation of Charlotte site; impairment and related charges of $2.5 billion.
2026-01-31plant_closurecompleted2025-01-012026-01-31United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Planned closing of approximately 60 stores. Charge includes store closure costs.
2026-01-31restructuringcompleted2025-01-012026-01-31United StateseCommerce / FulfillmentUSD 2,497 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fulfillment network impairment and related charges. Includes closure of three automated fulfillment facilities and cancellation of a planned site.
2026-01-31restructuringcompleted2025-01-012026-01-31United StatesCorporateUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Severance charge and related benefits.
2025-11-08plant_closurecompleted2025-06United StatesRetail storesUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Planned closing of approximately 60 stores; $77 million net of tax. Company committed to offering roles in other stores to all affected associates; expects modest financial benefit to be reinvested in customer experience.
2025-11-08reduction_in_forcecompleted1,0002025-09United StatesCorporate administrative teamUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Plan approved and implemented in Q2 2025 to reduce corporate administrative team by nearly 1,000 associates; severance and related benefits charge of $47 million, $37 million net of tax. Intended to increase efficiency and reduce administrative costs.
2025-11-08othercompleted2025-06Colorado, United StatesRetail storesUSD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Labor dispute charges of $44 million pre-tax, $33 million net of tax, recorded in Q1 2025 related to labor disputes in Colorado; identical sales for affected stores excluded for the first four weeks of Q1 2025 and 2024.
2025-11-08plant_closureannounced2025-112026-01Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin; Frederick, Maryland; Groveland, Florida; Charlotte, North CarolinaeCommerce automated fulfillment networkUSD 2,585 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Strategic review of eCommerce operations led to decision to close three automated fulfillment facilities in January 2026 and cancel a planned Charlotte, N.C. site. Impairment and related charges of $2,585 million pre-tax, $1,968 million net of tax, including approximately $350 million accrued cash termination payment to Ocado. Facilities had not met operational or financial expectations; eCommerce to continue via store footprint, third-party delivery and remaining automated facilities.
2025-11-08plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail (supermarkets)USD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Planned closing of approximately 60 stores in Q1 2025; $100M charge ($77M net of tax). Associates offered roles at other stores; exact announcement date not disclosed.
2025-11-08restructuringcompleted1,000United StatesCorporate administrativeUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Q2 2025 plan to reduce corporate administrative team by nearly 1,000 associates; $47M severance charge ($37M net of tax); implemented during the quarter. Count is approximate as disclosed.
2025-11-08plant_closureannounced2026-01-31United States (Pleasant Prairie, WI; Frederick, MD; Groveland, FL; Charlotte, NC)eCommerce — automated fulfillment networkUSD 2,585 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Q3 2025 strategic review: closing three automated fulfillment facilities in January 2026 and canceling planned Charlotte, NC site. Charge of $2,585M ($1,968M net of tax) includes ~$350M accrued Ocado termination payment. Employee counts not disclosed.
2025-11-08restructuringin_progress2025-11-082026-01-31United StateseCommerce / FulfillmentUSD 2,585 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of automated fulfillment facilities in Pleasant Prairie, Wis.; Frederick, Md.; and Groveland, Fla. in January 2026; cancellation of planned site in Charlotte, N.C. Charge includes $350M accrued cash termination payment to Ocado. Employee count not disclosed.
2025-11-08plant_closurecompleted2025-02-022025-02-02United StatesRetail StoresUSD 100 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Planned closing of approximately 60 stores recognized in the first quarter of 2025. Employee count not disclosed.
2025-08-16reduction_in_forcecompleted1,000United StatesCorporate administrative teamUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Plan approved and implemented in Q2 2025 to reduce corporate administrative team by nearly 1,000 associates; $47 million pre-tax charge ($37 million net of tax) for severance and related benefits; intended to increase efficiency and reduce administrative costs.
2025-08-16plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail storesUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q1 2025 charge of $100 million ($77 million net of tax) for planned closing of approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months; all affected associates offered roles at other stores; expected modest financial benefit to be reinvested in customer experience.
2025-08-16othercompletedColorado, United StatesRetail storesUSD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Net charge of $44 million pre-tax ($33 million net of tax) across sales, merchandise costs and OG&A related to labor disputes in Colorado during Q1 2025; identical sales for affected stores excluded for the first four weeks of Q1 2025 and 2024.
2025-08-16reduction_in_forcein_progress1,000United StatesCorporate administrativeUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approved and implemented during the second quarter of 2025; described as reducing the corporate administrative team by nearly 1,000 associates. Charge stated as $47 million pre-tax, $37 million net of tax. Exact announcement date and completion date not disclosed; no restructuring footnote provided.
2025-08-16plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail operations (stores)USD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Recognized in the first quarter of 2025: $100 million pre-tax ($77 million net of tax) for planned closing of approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months. Employees affected not disclosed; associates at affected stores to be offered roles at other stores. Exact announcement date not disclosed.
2025-08-16otherin_progressColorado, United StatesRetail operations (stores)USD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor dispute involving stores in Colorado during the first quarter of 2025; net pre-tax charge of $44 million ($33 million net of tax) to Sales, Merchandise costs and OG&A. Affected-employee count and strike dates not disclosed; identical sales for first four weeks of Q1 2025 and 2024 excluded for affected stores.
2025-08-16restructuringcompletedUSD 37 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for severance charge and related benefits recognized in Q2 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringcompletedUSD 47 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for severance charge and related benefits recognized in Q2 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringin_progressUSD 102 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for merger-related litigation and settlement charges recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringin_progressUSD 136 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for merger-related litigation and settlement charges recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringin_progressUSD 17 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for opioid settlement charges and vendor reserves recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringin_progressUSD 22 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for opioid settlement charges and vendor reserves recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringcompletedUSD 33 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for labor dispute charges recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16restructuringcompletedUSD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for labor dispute charges recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16plant_closurecompletedUSD 77 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for store closures recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-08-16plant_closurecompletedUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for store closures recognized in YTD 2025.
2025-05-24plant_closureannouncedUnited StatesRetail operationsUSD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Planned closing of approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months; $77 million net of tax. Company expects a modest financial benefit and will offer roles in other stores to all affected associates.
2025-05-24otherin_progressColoradoRetail operationsUSD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Labor dispute charges of $44 million pre-tax ($33 million net of tax) recorded across Sales, Merchandise costs and OG&A; identical sales exclude stores involved in Colorado labor disputes for the first four weeks of the quarter.
2025-05-24plant_closurein_progress2026-11-24United StatesRetail operations (supermarkets)USD 100 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Store closure costs of $100 million ($77 million net of tax) recognized in Q1 2025 for planned closing of approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months; no employee count disclosed. Affected associates offered roles at other stores.
2025-05-24otherin_progressColorado, United StatesRetail operations (supermarkets)USD 44 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor disputes in Colorado; net pre-tax charge of $44 million ($33 million net of tax) to Sales, Merchandise costs and OG&A in Q1 2025. Stores involved were excluded from identical sales for the first four weeks of Q1 2025 and Q1 2024. No affected-employee count disclosed.
2025-05-24restructuringin_progressUSD 108 (millions)financial_statements
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Asset impairment and store closure charges of $108 million recorded. Employee count not disclosed.
2025-05-24restructuringin_progressUSD 77 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for store closures of $77 million included in adjusted net earnings reconciliation.
2025-05-24otherin_progressUSD 33 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Adjustment for labor dispute charges of $33 million included in adjusted net earnings reconciliation.
2025-02-01restructuringin_progressUnited StatesUSD 32 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pre-tax severance charge of $32 million ($24 million net of tax) recorded in OG&A during fiscal 2024, described as covering severance and related benefits. Employee count, announcement date and completion timeline are not disclosed.
2025-02-01divestiture_reductioncompleted2024-10-04United StatesKroger Specialty Pharmacyother
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of the Kroger Specialty Pharmacy business to Elevance Health completed 2024-10-04 for $464 million; a $79 million pre-tax gain on sale was recognized. Business had sales of $2.0 billion in 2024. Headcount transferred with the business is not disclosed.
2025-02-01plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarket retail operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Seven supermarkets were closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2024 (plus seven closures paired with seven relocations, net zero). No associated workforce reduction, severance or store-closure liability is quantified for these closures.
2025-02-01restructuringcompletedUSD 32 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Charge recorded in fiscal 2024. Employee count not disclosed.
2025-02-01divestiture_reductioncompleted2024-10-042024-10-04PharmacyMD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Sale of Kroger Specialty Pharmacy. Employee count not disclosed.
2025-02-01restructuringcompletedUSD 32 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charges to OG&A of $32 million for severance charge and related benefits. Employee count not disclosed.
2025-02-01divestiture_reductioncompleted2024-10-042024-10-04PharmacyMD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Sale of Kroger Specialty Pharmacy business to Elevance Health. Employee count not disclosed.
2024-11-09divestiture_reductioncompleted2024-10-04United StatesKroger Specialty PharmacyMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Business sold to Elevance Health for $464 million; gain of $79 million recognized. No employee headcount figures disclosed.
2024-11-09othercompleted2024-12-11Corporatesubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger agreement with Albertsons terminated; no workforce reduction or headcount impact disclosed.
2024-11-09divestiture_reductioncompleted2024-10-042024-10-04United StatesKroger Specialty Pharmacyother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of Kroger Specialty Pharmacy to Elevance Health for $464 million completed October 4, 2024; no employee count disclosed. Annualized sales roughly $3 billion lower going forward.
2024-11-09otherannounced2024-12-11United StatesCorporatesubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Termination of the Albertsons merger agreement (December 11, 2024) and termination of the C&S divestiture purchase agreement; no workforce counts disclosed. Included as a material corporate event with potential workforce implications.
2024-08-17divestiture_reductionin_progress2024-03-242024-12-31United StatesKroger Specialty PharmacyUSD 485 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Definitive agreement to sell Kroger Specialty Pharmacy business to CarelonRx (Elevance Health subsidiary) for approximately $485 million; expected to complete in the second half of 2024. Assets of $589 million and liabilities of $192 million classified as held for sale at August 17, 2024. No employee headcount affected was disclosed. Announcement date approximated to first quarter of fiscal 2024.
2024-05-25divestiture_reductionin_progress2024-03-012024-12-31United StatesKroger Specialty PharmacyUSD 485 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Definitive agreement to sell Kroger Specialty Pharmacy business to CarelonRx (Elevance Health subsidiary) for approximately $485 million, expected to complete in the second half of 2024; assets and liabilities classified as held for sale at May 25, 2024. No employee headcount affected was disclosed. Announcement date approximated to first quarter of 2024 per filing narrative.
2024-05-25divestiture_reductionannounced2024-02-042024-12-31United StatesKroger Specialty Pharmacyother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive agreement announced during Q1 2024 to sell Kroger Specialty Pharmacy to CarelonRx (Elevance Health) for approximately $485 million; exact announcement date not disclosed, expected to close in second half of 2024. No employee count disclosed; assets and liabilities classified as held for sale at quarter-end.
2024-05-25divestiture_reductionannounced2024-04-22United StatesRetail stores, distribution centers and corporate officesother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Amended C&S Wholesale Grocers divestiture agreement adds 166 stores (579 total), the Haggen brand, expanded distribution facilities, corporate/office infrastructure and one dairy facility; C&S to pay approximately $2,900 million. Divestitures occur only after the Albertsons merger closes, which remains subject to FTC and state litigation; no employee counts disclosed.
2024-02-03plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail — supermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One supermarket closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2023; three additional stores closed due to relocations (seven new/relocated stores opened). Employee counts not disclosed.
2024-02-03divestiture_reductionannounced2023-09-08United StatesRetail — 413 stores, eight distribution centers, two offices, five private label brandsother
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers for approximately $1,900 million cash consideration, in connection with the pending Albertsons merger; stores to be divested after merger closing, and Kroger may require C&S to purchase up to 237 additional stores. Employee counts not disclosed.
2024-02-03divestiture_reductionannounced2024-03-18United StatesKroger Specialty Pharmacysubsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Agreement to sell Kroger Specialty Pharmacy to CarelonRx (Elevance Health) for approximately $485 million; expected to close in the second half of 2024. Employee counts not disclosed.
2023-01-28plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail supermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		10 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2022, plus 1 closure tied to a relocation; no employee impact or severance disclosed. Store count moved from 2,726 to 2,719
2022-01-29plant_closurecompleted2022-01-29United StatesRetail supermarket operationsUSD 136 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		20 stores closed for operational reasons during FY2021 (plus 4 relocations). Transformation costs of $136M pre-tax in FY2021 primarily cover store and business closure costs and third-party consulting for transformation and cost-saving initiatives; no employee-affected count is disclosed.
2022-01-29othercompleted2022-01-29United StatesCompany-sponsored pension plansUSD 87 (millions)other
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Non-cash settlement charge of $87M ($68M after tax) from settling certain pension obligations via lump-sum distributions or annuity purchases; no headcount affected disclosed.
2022-01-29otherin_progressUnited StatesMulti-employer pension plans (Sound Retirement Trust transfer)USD 449 (millions)other
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fred Meyer and QFC transferred $449M ($344M after tax) in net accrued pension liabilities and prepaid escrow funds to the UFCW Consolidated Pension Plan, to be paid in cash installments over seven years; no employee count disclosed.
2022-01-29restructuringcompleted2019-08-01United StatesDivision management structureUSD 80 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Although the charge was recorded in 2019, the footnote states the remaining balance was paid in 2020. This action is included to capture the historical context of the restructuring program mentioned in the notes, though the primary activity for the 2021 fiscal year relates to pension plan restructurings and store closures.
2022-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetailUSD 136 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		The document lists $136 million in transformation costs for 2021, primarily related to store closures and business transformation. Specific headcount affected is not disclosed.
2021-11-06othercompletedUnited StatesCompany-sponsored defined benefit pension plansUSD 87 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Non-cash pension settlement charge of $87 million ($68 million net of tax) from settling plan obligations via lump-sum distributions or annuity purchases; no headcount reduction disclosed. Charge included in non-service component of company-sponsored pension plan costs.
2021-05-22otherin_progress2021-05-22United States (Fred Meyer and QFC divisions)Pension/benefits — Sound Retirement Trust transfer to UFCW Consolidated Pension PlanUSD 449 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Local unions ratified agreement to transfer pension liabilities; $449 million pre-tax ($344 million after-tax) in net accrued pension liabilities and prepaid escrow funds to be paid in installments over seven years; impacts obligations for past service of associates and retirees; no headcount reduction disclosed.
2021-01-30plant_closurecompleted2021-01-30United StatesRetail supermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		20 stores closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2020; no employee count disclosed
2021-01-30plant_closurecompleted2021-01-30United StatesRetail supermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		6 stores closed due to relocations during fiscal 2020; no employee count disclosed
2021-01-30restructuringin_progressUnited StatesEnterprise-wide transformationUSD 111 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Transformation costs of $111M pre-tax in FY2020 for store/business closures and consulting; employee count not disclosed
2021-01-30divestiture_reductioncompleted2020-01-272020-01-26United StatesLucky's MarketMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Lucky's Market filed bankruptcy Jan 27, 2020 and was deconsolidated; headcount impact not disclosed
2021-01-30restructuringcompleted2019-08-18United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 111 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Transformation costs of $111 million incurred in 2020. Includes costs related to store and business closures and third-party professional consulting fees. Specific headcount impact not disclosed.
2021-01-30plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetailMD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Company closed 20 operational stores and 6 relocation stores during fiscal 2020. Headcount impact not explicitly quantified.
2021-01-30restructuringcompleted2019-01-012020-01-30United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 80 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Reorganization of division management structure approved in 2019; $80 million charge for severance and related benefits recorded in 2019, with remaining balance paid in 2020.
2020-11-07otherannounced2020-11-07United StatesUFCW-represented associatesUSD 962 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Associates ratified an agreement to withdraw from the UFCW International Union-Industry Pension Fund; pre-tax withdrawal liability of $962 million payable over three years, plus a $27 million contribution to a transition reserve in a new variable annuity pension plan; after-tax total approximately $760 million. No headcount reduction disclosed.
2020-11-07otherannounced2020-11-072023-12-31United StatesUnionized Associates (UFCW)USD 962 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Associates ratified agreement to withdraw from UFCW International Union-Industry Pension Fund. Pre-tax withdrawal liability charge of $962M expected in Q4 2020. Payments over next three years.
2020-08-15otherannounced2020-08-152020-10-31United StatesMulti-employer pension plans / UFCW-represented associatesUSD 962 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Tentative agreement with certain UFCW local unions to withdraw from the UFCW International Union-Industry Pension Fund; approval expected in Q3 2020. Pre-tax withdrawal liability of $962 million plus a $27 million transition reserve contribution ($760 million combined after tax), payable in installments over three years. Affects benefits for associates and retirees, not headcount.
2020-08-15otherannounced2020-08-152020-11-30United StatesPension / Multi-employer plansUSD 962 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Tentative agreement reached to withdraw from UFCW International Union-Industry Pension Fund. Expected pre-tax withdrawal liability charge of $962 million to fulfill obligations for past service. Agreement expected to be approved in Q3 2020.
2020-05-23othercompleted100,0002020-06-26United StatesRetail supermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Mass hiring of more than 100,000 new associates during Q1 2020 in response to elevated sales volumes from the COVID-19 pandemic; company stated it will continue adjusting workforce to reflect expected sales volumes. Count is a disclosed floor ('more than 100,000').
2020-02-01restructuringcompleted2019-08-01United StatesDivision management structureUSD 80 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approved and implemented during the third quarter of 2019; charge covers severance and related benefits, $61M net of tax. $42M remained unpaid at fiscal year-end. No employee count disclosed; announcement date is quarter-level approximation.
2020-02-01plant_closurein_progress2019-11-012020-12-31United StatesRetail supermarketsUSD 52 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Transformation costs recognized in Q4 2019 covering 35 planned store closures across the footprint during 2020 under Restock Kroger; $37M net of tax. Related asset impairments of $120M (incl. $70M operating lease assets) recorded in 2019. No employee count disclosed; announcement date is quarter-level approximation.
2020-02-01divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-04-262019-04-26United StatesTurkey Hill Dairy (food manufacturing)discontinued_operations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of Turkey Hill Dairy completed for $225M proceeds; gain of $106M ($80M net of tax). No employee count disclosed.
2020-02-01divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-03-132019-03-13United StatesYou Technology (digital coupon services)discontinued_operations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale to Inmar for total consideration of $565M; gain of $70M ($52M net of tax). Includes a long-term service agreement. No employee count disclosed.
2020-02-01divestiture_reductioncompleted2020-01-272020-01-27United StatesLucky's Market (supermarket chain)USD 412 (millions)discontinued_operations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Lucky's Market filed voluntary bankruptcy petition and was deconsolidated; total 2019 charge of $412M ($305M attributable to Kroger, $225M net of tax) comprising a $238M Q3 impairment and a $174M Q4 write-off. No employee count disclosed.
2020-02-01plant_closurecompleted2020-02-01United StatesRetail supermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		19 stores closed for operational reasons and 13 closed for relocation during fiscal 2019 (net store count 2,764 to 2,757). No employee counts or closure charges disclosed for these routine closures.
2020-02-01restructuringcompleted2019-07-01United StatesDivision management structureUSD 80 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Approved and implemented plan to reorganize certain portions of division management structure in Q3 2019. Charge of $80 million ($61 million net of tax) for severance and related benefits. Employee count not disclosed.
2020-02-01plant_closurein_progress2019-11-012020-12-31United StatesRetail StoresUSD 52 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Transformation costs of $52 million ($37 million net of tax) recognized in Q4 2019, primarily including 35 planned store closures across footprint in 2020. Employee count not disclosed.
2020-02-01restructuringcompleted2019-02-032020-02-01United StatesCorporate / Division ManagementUSD 80 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Reorganization of division management structure to increase operational effectiveness. Charge of $80 million for severance and related benefits.
2020-02-01plant_closureannounced2019-02-032020-12-31United StatesRetail StoresUSD 52 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		35 planned store closures across footprint in 2020 related to Restock Kroger transformation efforts. Impairment charge of $52 million included in transformation costs.
2019-11-09restructuringcompleted2019-11-09Division management structureUSD 80 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Reorganization of certain portions of division management structure to increase operational effectiveness and reduce overhead costs; severance and related benefits charge of $80 million pre-tax, $61 million net of tax; $63 million unpaid as of November 9, 2019, included in Other Current Liabilities. No employee count disclosed.
2019-11-09divestiture_reductionannounced2019-11-09Lucky's MarketUSD 238 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Following a portfolio review, the Company decided to divest its interest in Lucky's Market; recognized a non-cash impairment charge of $238 million (write-down of investment and additional funding), of which $131 million attributable to The Kroger Co. No employee count disclosed.
2019-11-09restructuringin_progressUnited StatesDivision management structureUSD 80 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approved and implemented during Q3 2019 to reorganize parts of division management; $61M net of tax. $63M of the charge remained unpaid at 2019-11-09, recorded in Other Current Liabilities. No employee count or completion date disclosed; also described in MD&A.
2019-11-09otherin_progressUnited StatesOperations (multi-employer pension withdrawal obligations)USD 45 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Q3 2019 charge of $45M ($35M net of tax) for withdrawal liabilities from certain multi-employer pension funds; $131M ($101M net of tax) for the first three quarters of 2019, recorded in OG&A. No employee separations quantified.
2019-11-09restructuringcompleted2019-11-09Division management structureUSD 80 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Reorganization of division management structure to increase operational effectiveness. Charge for severance and related benefits recorded in Q3 2019. Employee count not disclosed.
2019-11-09divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-03-13You Technologybusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Sale of You Technology business to Inmar completed March 13, 2019. Employee count not disclosed.
2019-11-09divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-04-26Turkey Hill Dairybusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Sale of Turkey Hill Dairy business completed April 26, 2019. Employee count not disclosed.
2019-11-09restructuringin_progressUSD 80,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2019-08-17divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-03-13United StatesYou Technology (digital coupon services)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale to Inmar completed for $565 total consideration; no employee count for the divested business is disclosed. Gain of $70 ($52 net of tax) recorded.
2019-08-17divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-04-26United StatesTurkey Hill Dairyother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale to an affiliate of Peak Rock Capital for $225 proceeds; no employee count for the divested business is disclosed. Gain of $106 ($80 net of tax) recorded.
2019-05-25divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-03-13United StatesYou Technology (digital coupon services)USD 70 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Sale of You Technology business to Inmar completed March 13, 2019 for total consideration of $565 million; resulted in a pre-tax gain of $70 million. No employee headcount figures disclosed.
2019-05-25divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-04-26United StatesTurkey Hill DairyUSD 106 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Sale of Turkey Hill Dairy business to an affiliate of Peak Rock Capital completed April 26, 2019 for total proceeds of $225 million; resulted in a pre-tax gain of $106 million. No employee headcount figures disclosed.
2019-05-25divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-03-132019-03-13United StatesYou Technology (digital coupon services)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of You Technology business to Inmar completed 2019-03-13 for total consideration of $565 million; no employee count associated with the divestiture is disclosed.
2019-05-25divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-04-262019-04-26United StatesTurkey Hill Dairyother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of Turkey Hill Dairy business to an affiliate of Peak Rock Capital completed 2019-04-26 for $225 million; no employee count associated with the divestiture is disclosed.
2019-05-25othercompletedUnited StatesCertain local unions of the Central States multi-employer pension fundUSD 59 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Charge of $59 million ($44 million net of tax) in the first quarter of 2019 for withdrawal liabilities related to certain local unions of the Central States multi-employer pension fund, recorded in OG&A; no affected-employee count disclosed.
2019-02-02divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-202018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Headcount associated with the divested convenience store business not disclosed.
2019-02-02acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesHome Chef (meal kit delivery)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Purchase of 100% of Home Chef for $197 million net of cash; acquired headcount not disclosed.
2019-02-02plant_closurecompleted2019-02-02United StatesSupermarket retail operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		38 operational store closures during fiscal 2018; associated workforce reduction not quantified.
2019-02-02divestiture_reductioncompleted2019-03-132019-03-13United StatesYou Technology businesssubsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Subsequent event after fiscal year-end; headcount impact not disclosed.
2019-02-02divestiture_reductionannounced2019-03-22United StatesTurkey Hill Dairy businesssubsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced after fiscal year-end, expected to close in first quarter of 2019; headcount impact not disclosed.
2019-02-02voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-03-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)Note 18
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Approximately 1,300 associates accepted the VRO in the first quarter of 2017. Charge of $184 million recognized in 2017.
2019-02-02restructuringcompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesHome ChefNote 2
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Merger with Home Chef completed June 22, 2018. Headcount added not explicitly quantified in filing.
2019-02-02divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-202018-04-20United StatesConvenience StoresItem 7. MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Sale of convenience store business unit completed April 20, 2018. Headcount removed not explicitly quantified in filing.
2019-02-02voluntary_separationcompleted1,30020162017-03-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Approximately 1,300 associates accepted VRO in Q1 2017. Charge of $184 million recognized in Q1 2017.
2018-11-10divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitUSD 1,782 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Convenience store business sold for $2,169 million; net pre-tax gain of $1,782 million recognized. No employee headcount figure disclosed.
2018-11-10acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesMeal kit delivery (Home Chef)USD 227 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Acquired 100% of Home Chef for $197 million net of cash plus earnout up to $500 million; total purchase price $227 million. No headcount added disclosed.
2018-11-10divestiture_reductionannounced2018-12-18United StatesYou Technology businesssubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Definitive agreement to sell You Technology business announced; expected to result in a material gain. No headcount figure disclosed.
2018-11-10divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of convenience store business unit completed April 20, 2018 for $2,169 million; no employee count disclosed.
2018-11-10acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-22United StatesHome Chef (meal kit delivery)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Home Chef merger completed June 22, 2018; purchase price $227 million; no headcount added disclosed.
2018-11-10divestiture_reductionin_progress2018-05-01United StatesTurkey Hill Dairy businessother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic alternatives including potential sale announced in Q2 2018; assets held for sale at quarter end; no employee count disclosed. Announcement date approximate (second quarter of 2018).
2018-11-10divestiture_reductionannounced2018-12-18United StatesYou Technology businesssubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive agreement to sell You Technology announced December 18, 2018, subject to closing conditions; no employee count disclosed.
2018-11-10acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-22United StatesMeal kit delivery / Digitalbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired 100% of Home Chef. Headcount not disclosed.
2018-11-10divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-20United StatesConvenience Storesother
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Sold convenience store business unit. Headcount not disclosed.
2018-11-10otherannounced2018-12-18You Technologysubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Announced agreement to sell You Technology business. Headcount not disclosed.
2018-08-18divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitUSD 1,782 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Convenience store business unit sold for $2,169 million on April 20, 2018; net pre-tax gain of $1,782 million recognized. No employee headcount figures disclosed.
2018-08-18acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesMeal kit delivery (Home Chef)USD 227 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger with Home Chef finalized June 22, 2018 for $197 million net of cash plus earnout up to $500 million; total purchase price $227 million. No employee headcount figures disclosed.
2018-08-18divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-202018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of convenience store business unit completed for $2,169 million; no employee count disclosed for the divested workforce.
2018-08-18acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesHome Chef (meal kit delivery)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		100% of Home Chef acquired for $197 million net of cash plus earnout up to $500 million; acquired headcount not disclosed.
2018-08-18divestiture_reductionannounced2018-05-272019-08-18United StatesTurkey Hill Dairy businessother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced during Q2 2018 that strategic alternatives including a potential sale are being explored; assets classified as held for sale, expected sale within a year; no employee count disclosed. Announcement date approximate (quarter in which announced).
2018-05-26divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitUSD 1,771 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Sale of convenience store business unit completed April 20, 2018 for $2,150 million; net gain of $1,771 million recognized. No employee headcount affected was disclosed.
2018-05-26acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesMeal kit (Home Chef)USD 200 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger with Home Chef finalized June 22, 2018; initial transaction price $200 million plus earnouts up to $500 million over five years. No headcount added was disclosed.
2018-05-26divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-202018-04-20United StatesConvenience store business unitother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of convenience store business unit completed for $2,150 million; no employee count disclosed in the filing.
2018-05-26acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-222018-06-22United StatesHome Chefsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger with Home Chef finalized after quarter end; initial price $200 plus earnouts up to $500; no headcount disclosed.
2018-05-26divestiture_reductioncompleted2018-04-20United StatesConvenience Storesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Company completed sale of convenience store business unit. Headcount impact not explicitly quantified in this filing.
2018-05-26acquisition_additioncompleted2018-06-22United StatesFood Preparation / Digitalbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Company finalized merger with Home Chef. Headcount impact not explicitly quantified in this filing.
2018-02-03voluntary_separationcompleted1,300United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)other
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Voluntary Retirement Offering announced in 2016; approximately 1,300 non-store associates irrevocably accepted in the first quarter of fiscal 2017. Charge of $184 ($117 net of tax), comprising $165 severance/benefits and $19 other non-cash; $162 of severance paid during fiscal 2017.
2018-02-03divestiture_reductionannounced2018-02-05United StatesConvenience store business unitsubsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive agreement to sell the convenience store business (782 subsidiary-operated plus 66 franchised stores) for $2,150 million, announced two days after fiscal year-end. Related assets/liabilities of $604 million classified as held for sale at year-end. Headcount associated with the business not disclosed.
2018-02-03plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		41 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2017 (plus 15 closed for relocation). Employees affected not disclosed; store-closing lease liabilities included in other current and long-term liabilities.
2018-02-03voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-03-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Approximately 1,300 associates accepted the VRO in the first quarter of 2017. Charge of $184 million ($117 million net of tax) recognized in Q1 2017.
2018-02-03voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012018-02-03United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Approximately 1,300 associates irrevocably accepted the VRO in the first quarter of 2017. Charge comprised of $165 million for severance and other benefits and $19 million of other non-cash charges.
2017-11-04voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-12-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		VRO announced in 2016; approximately 1,300 non-store associates irrevocably accepted in Q1 2017. Charge of $184 million ($117 million net of tax) comprised $165 million severance and other benefits plus $19 million non-cash. $162 million paid through first three quarters of 2017; remaining obligations to be fulfilled by end of Q4 2017. Expected to yield future OG&A savings.
2017-11-04divestiture_reductionannounced2017-08-062018-11-04United StatesConvenience store businessother
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Company exploring strategic alternatives including potential sale of convenience store business; related assets of $604 million and liabilities of $259 million classified as held for sale at quarter-end. Headcount affected not disclosed. Sale expected to complete within the next year.
2017-11-04voluntary_separationin_progress1,3002017-12-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Program announced in 2016; approximately 1,300 associates irrevocably accepted in fiscal Q1 2017. Charge of $184M ($117M net of tax) includes $165M severance/benefits and $19M other non-cash; $162M paid through Q3 2017 with remaining obligations due by end of fiscal Q4 2017. Announcement date not specified in filing.
2017-11-04divestiture_reductionannounced2018-11-04United StatesConvenience store businessother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		During Q3 2017 the Company announced exploration of strategic alternatives, including a potential sale, of its convenience store business; $604M assets and $259M liabilities classified as held for sale. No employee count disclosed; expected to complete within one year of 2017-11-04. Announcement date not specified in filing.
2017-11-04voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-12-31non-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Approximately 1,300 associates accepted the VRO in Q1 2017. Charge of $184M ($117M net of tax) recognized in Q1 2017 for severance and other benefits. Payments expected to be fulfilled by end of Q4 2017.
2017-08-12voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-12-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Approximately 1,300 associates irrevocably accepted the VRO in Q1 2017; charge of $184M ($117M net of tax) comprised of $165M severance and other benefits plus $19M non-cash charges, recorded in OG&A. $157M of severance paid in first two quarters of 2017; all payment obligations to be fulfilled by end of Q4 2017. Announcement year 2016; acceptance date Q1 2017.
2017-08-12voluntary_separationcompleted1,30020162017-12-31Non-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approximately 1,300 non-store associates irrevocably accepted the Voluntary Retirement Offering in the first quarter of 2017; charge recorded in OG&A comprised $165M severance and benefits plus $19M other non-cash charges ($117M net of tax). $157M of severance paid in the first two quarters of 2017; remaining payment obligations due by end of the fourth quarter of 2017. Filer states only the year 2016 for announcement.
2017-08-12voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-12-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Approximately 1,300 associates accepted the VRO in Q1 2017. Charge of $184M ($117M net of tax) recognized in Q1 2017 for severance and other benefits. Payments to be fulfilled by end of Q4 2017.
2017-05-20voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-10-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Approximately 1,300 associates irrevocably accepted the VRO in Q1 2017; charge of $184 pre-tax ($117 after-tax), comprising $165 severance and other benefits plus $19 non-cash. $149 paid in Q1; all obligations to be fulfilled by end of Q4 2017. Program announced in 2016 for certain non-store associates.
2017-05-20otherin_progress2017-01-29United StatesMulti-employer pension plansUSD 199 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q1 2017 charge of $199 pre-tax ($126 after-tax) for withdrawing from two multi-employer pension plans; best estimate absent demand letters, which may be received in 2017 or later. Liability payable in installments over up to 20 years per ERISA.
2017-05-20otherin_progress2017-01-29Dallas, Texas; Food 4 Less Warehouse StoresStore associates (UFCW)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Company negotiating collective bargaining agreements with UFCW for store associates in Dallas and Food 4 Less Warehouse Stores; negotiations described as challenging regarding competitive cost structures, wages, health care and retirement benefits.
2017-05-20voluntary_separationin_progress1,30020162017-12-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approximately 1,300 non-store associates irrevocably accepted the VRO in Q1 2017. Charge of $184 pre-tax ($117 after-tax) comprises $165 severance/benefits and $19 other non-cash; $149 paid in Q1 with remaining obligations due by end of fiscal Q4 2017. Filer states future OG&A savings expected.
2017-05-20othercompletedUnited StatesMulti-employer pension plan participantsUSD 199 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Withdrawal from two multi-employer pension plans incurred a $199 pre-tax ($126 after-tax) charge in Q1 2017; no affected-employee count disclosed. Liability recorded in Other long-term liabilities and payable in installments over up to 20 years; demand letters may revise the estimate.
2017-05-20voluntary_separationcompleted1,3002016-01-012017-12-31non-store associatesUSD 184 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Approximately 1,300 associates accepted VRO in Q1 2017. Charge of $184M ($117M net of tax) recognized, comprised of $165M severance/benefits and $19M other non-cash charges. Payments to be fulfilled by end of Q4 2017.
2017-01-28voluntary_separationannounced1,30020162017-03-31United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 180 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Program announced during 2016; approximately 1,300 non-store associates irrevocably accepted in early March 2017. Charge of approximately $180 million pre-tax expected to be recognized in Q1 2017.
2017-01-28acquisition_additioncompleted2016-09-022016-09-02United StatesSpecialty pharmacy (ModernHEALTH)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger closed September 2, 2016 for $407 million purchase price; acquired headcount not disclosed. Represents 1% of consolidated total assets at year-end.
2017-01-28plant_closurecompleted2017-01-28United StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		32 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2016 (plus 21 closures for relocations); associated workforce reduction not quantified by the filer.
2017-01-28restructuringcompletedUSD 111 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Charges related to restructuring of certain pension obligations to stabilize associates' future benefits. Pre-tax charge of $111 million.
2017-01-28voluntary_separationannounced1,3002017-03non-store associatesUSD 180 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Voluntary Retirement Offering (VRO) for certain non-store associates. Approximately 1,300 associates accepted. Pre-tax charge of approximately $180 million expected in Q1 2017.
2017-01-28voluntary_separationannounced1,3002017-03-01United StatesNon-store associatesUSD 180 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Voluntary Retirement Offering (VRO) for certain non-store associates; approximately 1,300 associates accepted in early March 2017. Pre-tax charge of approximately $180 million expected in Q1 2017.
2016-11-05acquisition_additioncompleted2016-09-022016-09-02United StatesSpecialty pharmacyUSD 407 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Kroger acquired 100% of Modern HC Holdings, Inc. to expand specialty pharmacy services; headcount added not disclosed. Financed via commercial paper; goodwill of $285 million recognized.
2016-11-05othercompleted2016-05United StatesMulti-employer pension plansUSD 111 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Second-quarter 2016 charge from commitments to restructure certain multi-employer pension plan obligations to stabilize associates' future benefits; $71 million after tax. No employee headcount reduction disclosed.
2016-11-05otherin_progressAtlanta, Michigan, North Carolina; WisconsinStore associates (UFCW); Roundy's distribution center (Teamsters)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Ongoing negotiations with UFCW for store associates in three markets and with Teamsters for the Roundy's Wisconsin distribution center; company notes negotiations will be challenging on wages, health care and retirement benefits.
2016-11-05acquisition_additioncompleted2016-09-022016-09-02United StatesSpecialty pharmacy (ModernHEALTH)USD 407 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Purchase price for 100% of ModernHEALTH shares; no headcount added disclosed. Goodwill of $285M attributed partly to assembled workforce.
2016-11-05restructuringcompleted2016-05-312016-05-31United StatesMulti-employer pension plan obligationsUSD 111 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Charge of $111M ($71M after-tax) for restructuring certain multi-employer pension obligations; no employee separations disclosed. Occurred in Q2 2016.
2016-11-05restructuringcompleted2016-05-01Pension PlansUSD 111 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charge incurred in Q2 2016 due to commitments arising from the restructuring of certain multi-employer pension plan obligations. Employee count not disclosed.
2016-11-05acquisition_additioncompleted2016-09-02Specialty PharmacyUSD 407 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Merger with ModernHEALTH closed Sept 2, 2016. Purchase price $407M. Headcount added not disclosed.
2016-08-13othercompletedUnited StatesMulti-employer pension plansUSD 111 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Charge from commitments arising from restructuring of certain multi-employer pension plan obligations during Q2 2016; $71 million after tax. No employee headcount affected was disclosed.
2016-08-13acquisition_additioncompleted2016-09-02United StatesSpecialty pharmacyUSD 390 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger with Modern HC Holdings, Inc. (ModernHEALTH), a specialty pharmacy, closed September 2, 2016 for approximately $390 million; headcount added not disclosed.
2016-08-13othercompleted2016-08-13PensionUSD 111 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charge due to commitments arising from the restructuring of certain multi-employer pension plan obligations.
2016-01-30acquisition_additioncompleted2015-12-182015-12-18United States (Wisconsin and greater Chicagoland)Retail food storesUSD 866 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Purchase price of $866 million for 100% of Roundy's common stock plus assumed debt; headcount added not disclosed. Roundy's revenue and earnings for the stub period were not material.
2016-01-30plant_closurecompleted2016-01-30United StatesSupermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		37 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2015 (plus 12 closures for relocations); associated workforce reduction not quantified.
2016-01-30acquisition_additioncompleted2015-12-182015-12-18United StatesRetailUSD 866 (millions)Item 7. MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Closed merger with Roundy's on December 18, 2015. Purchase price $866 million. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2016-01-30acquisition_additioncompleted2014-08-182014-08-18United StatesOnline RetailUSD 287 (millions)Item 7. MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Closed merger with Vitacost.com on August 18, 2014. Purchase price $287 million. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2015-11-07acquisition_additionannounced2015-11-112015-12-31United StatesSupermarket retail (Roundy's, Inc.)USD 800 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger agreement to acquire Roundy's for $3.60 per share in cash plus assumption of outstanding debt; purchase price approximately $800 million. No headcount figures disclosed. Expected to close in Q4 2015 subject to tender offer and regulatory approval.
2015-11-07acquisition_additionannounced2015-11-112015-12-31United StatesSupermarket retailsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger agreement with Roundy's, Inc. at $3.60 per share plus assumed debt, purchase price approx. $800 million; no employee count disclosed. Expected to close in Q4 2015 subject to tender offer and regulatory approval.
2015-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2013-07-082014-01-28Southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States, Washington, D.C.Retail food and drug storesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger closed January 28, 2014 for approximately $2,436 million; 227 stores acquired. No employee headcount added through the merger is disclosed.
2015-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2014-08-182014-08-18United StatesOnline retail (Vitacost.com e-commerce)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger closed August 18, 2014 for $287 million ($8.00 per share). No employee headcount added is disclosed.
2015-01-31plant_closurecompleted2015-01-31United StatesSupermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		48 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2014 (plus 13 relocations closed). Employees affected not disclosed; closed store lease liabilities totaled $53 million at year-end.
2015-01-31otherin_progress2014-02-02United StatesMulti-employer pension plan participants (UFCW)USD 87 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		First-quarter fiscal 2014 charge of $87 million pre-tax ($56 million after-tax) for commitments and withdrawal liabilities from restructuring certain multi-employer pension plan agreements; $15 million contributed in 2014 with an additional $75 million required over the next four years. Employees affected not disclosed.
2015-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2014-01-282014-01-28United StatesRetailItem 1_Business
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed merger with Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. on January 28, 2014. Specific headcount added not disclosed.
2015-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2014-08-182014-08-18United StatesRetailItem 1_Business
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed merger with Vitacost.com, Inc. on August 18, 2014. Specific headcount added not disclosed.
2015-01-31plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetailItem 1_Business
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		48 operational store closures and 13 relocation closures during fiscal year 2014. Specific headcount impact not disclosed.
2014-11-08acquisition_additioncompleted2014-01-28United States (Southeast/Mid-Atlantic)Supermarket retailbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger closed 2014-01-28; no headcount added disclosed in this filing.
2014-11-08acquisition_additioncompleted2014-08-18United StatesE-commerce (Vitacost.com)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Stock purchase for $287M closed 2014-08-18; no headcount added disclosed.
2014-11-08restructuringcompleted2014-02-02USD 87 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charge due to commitments and withdrawal liabilities arising from the restructuring of certain pension plan agreements to help stabilize associates' future pension. Pre-tax amount was $87 million ($56 million after-tax). Employee count not disclosed.
2014-08-16acquisition_additionannounced2014-08-182014-08-18United StatesE-commerce / online retail of health and wellness productsUSD 280 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Acquired all outstanding common stock of Vitacost.com for $8.00 per share in cash, approximately $280 total, financed via commercial paper; adds e-commerce platform. No employee headcount figure disclosed.
2014-08-16othercompleted2014-02-02United StatesMulti-employer pension plans (collective bargaining agreements)USD 56 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		First-quarter 2014 after-tax charge of $56 ($87 pre-tax in OG&A) from commitments and withdrawal liabilities arising from restructuring of certain multi-employer pension plan obligations to stabilize associates' future benefits; no headcount disclosed.
2014-08-16acquisition_additioncompleted2014-01-282014-01-28United StatesSupermarket retailbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Harris Teeter merger closed January 28, 2014; no employee headcount added disclosed in this filing.
2014-08-16acquisition_additionannounced2014-08-18United StatesE-commerceUSD 280 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Vitacost.com acquisition announced August 18, 2014 for approximately $280 million; no employee headcount disclosed.
2014-08-16restructuringcompleted2014-03-31Pension PlansUSD 56 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charge due to commitments and withdrawal liabilities arising from the restructuring of certain multi-employer pension plan obligations.
2014-08-16acquisition_additioncompleted2014-01-28Supermarketsbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Merger with Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. closed on January 28, 2014. Headcount not disclosed.
2014-08-16acquisition_additionannounced2014-08-18E-commercesubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Vitacost.com, Inc. announced on August 18, 2014. Headcount not disclosed.
2014-02-01acquisition_additioncompleted2013-07-082014-01-28United States (southeastern and mid-Atlantic markets, Washington, D.C.)Retail (single reportable segment)USD 2,436 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger with Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. closed 2014-01-28 for $2,436 million; purchase price allocation includes assembled workforce within $901 million goodwill, but no employee headcount added is disclosed
2014-02-01acquisition_additioncompleted2014-01-282014-01-28Southeastern and mid-Atlantic markets, Washington, D.C.RetailUSD 2,400 (millions)Item 7. MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed merger with Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. for approximately $2.4 billion. Headcount added not explicitly disclosed.
2013-11-09acquisition_additionannounced2013-062013-12-31United StatesSupermarket retailother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pending all-cash acquisition of Harris Teeter Supermarkets (~$2,500 million), announced in Q2 FY2013; expected to close in Q4 FY2013 subject to FTC review. No employee/headcount impact disclosed; merger-related expenses of $1M interest and $1M OG&A in Q3 2013 noted in MD&A. Announcement month only is stated in the filing.
2013-08-17acquisition_additionannounced2013-12-31other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger agreement with Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. announced during the second quarter (exact announcement date not stated in filing) to buy all outstanding shares for approximately $2,500 million cash; expected to close in Q4 calendar 2013. No employee/headcount impact disclosed. Backstopped by an $850 million unsecured bridge loan facility dated 2013-08-02.
2013-02-02plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		29 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2012 (plus 7 closures tied to relocations); no associated headcount reduction disclosed. Closed-store lease accrual additions were $6 million in 2012.
2013-02-02acquisition_additioncompletedUnited StatesSpecialty pharmacybusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		In 2012 Kroger acquired all outstanding shares of Axium Pharmacy and an interest in one of its suppliers, adding $96 million of goodwill; no employee counts disclosed for the acquisition.
2012-08-11otherannounced2012-12-31United StatesStore employees; Delaware, Ohio distribution facilityMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Various collective bargaining agreements covering store employees in Memphis, Columbus, Indianapolis, Nashville, Phoenix and Portland, plus a distribution facility agreement in Delaware, Ohio, are scheduled for renegotiation during 2012. Filer warns work stoppages could occur if new contracts are not reached and that a prolonged stoppage could materially affect results; rising health care and pension costs are key negotiation issues.
2012-01-28plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		41 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2011 (27 in fiscal 2010). No employee-impact count or severance charge disclosed; store-closing accruals relate to lease obligations, not headcount.
2012-01-28plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		14 supermarkets closed due to relocations during fiscal 2011 (6 in fiscal 2010). No employee-impact count disclosed.
2011-11-05otherannounced2011-12-152018-03-31United StatesMulti-employer pension plans / UFCW-represented employeessubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Memorandum of understanding with 11 of 14 UFCW locals to consolidate four multi-employer pension funds into one plan effective January 1, 2012; Kroger committed to fund the consolidated plan to 95% funded status by March 31, 2018, with first payment due March 31, 2012 and remaining commitments in six annual installments. Underfunded amount under existing funds was approximately $800 million (pre-tax) as of January 1, 2011. Over 90% of employees in these funds are Kroger employees. No headcount figures disclosed.
2011-08-13otherin_progressSouthern California; Memphis; West Virginia; Puyallup, Washington (warehouse)Store employees; Teamsters-represented distribution and manufacturing associatesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Multiple collective bargaining agreements to be negotiated in 2011; Puyallup warehouse contract expired and employees are working without a contract while negotiations continue. Filing warns a prolonged work stoppage affecting a substantial number of locations could have a material adverse effect on results. No headcount figures disclosed.
2011-05-21otherannounced2011-12-31Southern California, Memphis, West Virginia, MidwestStore employees; Teamsters-represented distribution and manufacturing associatesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Various collective bargaining agreements scheduled for negotiation during 2011 covering store employees in southern California, Memphis and West Virginia, plus Teamsters-represented distribution and manufacturing workers in the Midwest. Filer warns work stoppages could occur if new contracts are not reached and that rising health care and pension costs will be key issues; a prolonged stoppage at a substantial number of locations could materially affect results. No employee counts disclosed.
2011-01-29plant_closurecompleted2011-01-29United StatesSupermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		27 operational store closures during fiscal 2010 (plus 6 relocation closures); no associated employee-impact count or severance charge disclosed. Closed-store accrual balance was $52 million at year-end for lease obligations, not severance.
2010-11-06otherannouncedUnited States (Ft. Wayne, Indiana; Little Rock, Arkansas)Store employees covered by collective bargaining agreementsMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Various labor agreements covering store employees in Ft. Wayne and Little Rock will be negotiated later in 2010; work stoppages could occur if new contracts are not reached, and rising health care and pension costs are key negotiation issues. No headcount or charge quantified.
2010-05-22otherannouncedUnited StatesStore employees and Teamsters-represented employeesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Filer discloses various collective bargaining agreements to be negotiated later in 2010 covering store employees in Albuquerque, Cincinnati, Ft. Wayne, Houston, Little Rock, Portland, Seattle, and Toledo, plus Teamsters agreements in California; warns prolonged work stoppages could materially affect results. No discrete workforce action occurred during the quarter.
2010-01-30plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail supermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		During fiscal 2009 the Company closed 27 supermarkets for operational reasons and 10 additional stores in connection with relocations; associated employee reductions and severance amounts were not disclosed. Closed-store lease accrual balance was $58 million at year-end.
2010-01-30acquisition_additioncompleted2010-02-012010-02-28United StatesRetail health clinics (The Little Clinic LLC)USD 86 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		In February 2010 (after fiscal year-end) the Company purchased the remaining outstanding shares of The Little Clinic LLC for $86 million; it had been a consolidated VIE at year-end. Headcount added was not disclosed. Purchase price is not a workforce charge.
2009-08-15otherannouncedColoradoRetail storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Collective bargaining agreement covering Colorado associates has expired; associates expected to vote on a contract offer soon. Failure to ratify could lead to a work stoppage, which if prolonged and affecting substantial locations could materially affect results. Health care and pension costs cited as key negotiation issues. No employee counts disclosed.
2009-08-15otherin_progress12009-06-242011-10-01United StatesExecutive Management — Office of the President and COOother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		President and COO relinquished duties effective 2009-08-01 to become Special Advisor; ceases to be an officer and resigns from Board effective 2009-12-01; salary continues through 2011-10-01 with last day of employment and retirement on that date. Non-compete applies through salary period.
2009-05-23otherin_progressDenver, Arizona, Dayton, Portland, Atlanta, Dallas (US)Retail store operationsMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Denver labor agreement expired; agreements in Arizona, Dayton and Portland extended after expiring in 2008 or 2009; additional agreements covering Atlanta and Dallas expire later in 2009. Health care and pension costs cited as key negotiation issues; a prolonged work stoppage could materially affect results.
2009-01-31plant_closurecompleted2009-01-31United StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		32 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2008; no employee-impact or severance figures disclosed. Closed-store lease liabilities totaled $65 million at year-end.
2009-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2009-01-31United StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Six supermarkets acquired during fiscal 2008 (plus three acquired locations later relocated); headcount added not disclosed.
2009-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2009-01-31United StatesHealthcare clinics (The Little Clinic LLC)other
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Kroger became primary beneficiary of The Little Clinic LLC in Q1 fiscal 2008 and consolidated it; consolidated assets of $141 million, but employee headcount added not disclosed.
2009-01-31acquisition_additioncompleted2009-01-31United Statesi-wireless, LLC (25% ownership)other
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Kroger became primary beneficiary of i-wireless, LLC in Q4 fiscal 2008 following an $8 million loan; headcount added not disclosed.
2008-11-08acquisition_additioncompleted2008-02-03United States (Midwest and Southeast, seven states)Retail health clinics (The Little Clinic LLC)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Investment in The Little Clinic LLC made in Q1 2008; consolidated as a VIE with Kroger as primary beneficiary, minority interest recorded at fair value, $102 goodwill recorded. No employee headcount disclosed.
2008-05-24acquisition_additioncompletedUnited States (seven states, primarily Midwest and Southeast)Retail health clinics (The Little Clinic LLC)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Investment in The Little Clinic LLC consolidated as a VIE under FIN 46R; $102 goodwill recorded. No employee headcount added disclosed.
2008-05-24otherannouncedColumbus, Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Portland (United States)Store operationsother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Multiple labor agreements expiring during 2008; rising health care and pension costs flagged as key negotiation issues. Filer warns a prolonged work stoppage could materially affect results. No affected-employee counts or dates given.
2008-02-02acquisition_additioncompletedNortheast Indiana and MichiganRetail food storesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Completed in the second quarter of fiscal 2007: 18 Scott's stores (NE Indiana) and 20 Farmer Jack stores (Michigan) for approximately $86 million purchase price; headcount added not disclosed.
2008-02-02plant_closurecompleted2008-02-02United StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		43 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2007; 10 additional closures related to relocations. Employees affected not disclosed; closed-store lease liability balance was $74 million at year-end.
2007-11-10othercompletedDistribution centerUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Labor unrest at one distribution center in Q1 2007; $18 million expense recognized year-to-date 2007 ($0.02 per diluted share). No headcount figures disclosed.
2007-11-10othercompletedUnited StatesDistribution centerUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor unrest at one distribution center in Q1 2007 resulted in an $18 million expense ($0.02 per diluted share YTD). No employee count disclosed.
2007-11-10acquisition_additioncompletedIndiana and Michigan, United StatesRetail food storesUSD 86 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of 18 Scott's stores (NE Indiana) and 20 Farmer Jack stores (Michigan) completed in Q2 2007 for ~$86M. Headcount added not disclosed.
2007-11-10othercompleted2007-01-01DistributionUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Expenses related to labor unrest at one distribution center in the first quarter of 2007.
2007-11-10acquisition_additioncompleted2007-05-01Northeast Indiana and MichiganRetail Food StoresUSD 86 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of 18 Scott's and 20 Farmer Jack retail food stores. Headcount not disclosed.
2007-08-18othercompletedDistribution centerUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Labor unrest at one of the Company's distribution centers during the first quarter of 2007 reduced year-to-date net earnings by $18 million (approximately $0.01-$0.02 per diluted share).
2007-08-18otherannounced2007-12-31Cincinnati, Memphis, West Virginia, Central Ohio (warehouse)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Various labor agreements covering associates in Cincinnati, Memphis, West Virginia and a Central Ohio warehouse expire in 2007; rising health care and pension costs are key negotiation issues.
2007-08-18acquisition_additioncompletedNortheast Indiana and MichiganRetail supermarket operationsUSD 86 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Purchase of 18 Scott's Food & Pharmacy stores and 20 Farmer Jack stores for approximately $86 million; no employee counts disclosed. Purchase price allocated primarily to inventory, PP&E and goodwill.
2007-08-18otherin_progressUnited StatesDistribution centerUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor unrest at one distribution center in Q1 2007 reduced YTD net earnings by $18 million ($0.01 per diluted share YTD); no employee counts or resolution date disclosed.
2007-08-18othercompletedOne distribution centerDistributionUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charges related to labor unrest at one distribution center in the first quarter of 2007.
2007-08-18acquisition_additioncompletedNortheast Indiana and MichiganRetailUSD 86 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of 18 Scott's Food & Pharmacy stores and 20 Farmer Jack Food & Pharmacy stores. Headcount not disclosed.
2007-05-26otherin_progressDistribution centerUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Labor unrest at one distribution center reduced Q1 2007 net earnings by approximately $18 million, or $0.02 per diluted share; no employee counts disclosed.
2007-05-26otherin_progressUnited StatesDistribution centerUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor unrest at one distribution center reduced first-quarter 2007 earnings by $18 million, or $0.02 per diluted share; no employee counts or resolution date disclosed.
2007-05-26otherin_progressUnited States — Southern California and SeattleStore operationsother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor agreements covering associates in Southern California and Seattle have expired and are extended subject to notice by either party; no covered-employee counts disclosed.
2007-05-26acquisition_additioncompleted2007-04-192007-06-29Northeast IndianaSupermarket retailsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Agreement to acquire 18 Scott's Food and Pharmacy stores from SUPERVALU; transaction completed June 29, 2007. No headcount associated with the stores disclosed.
2007-05-26acquisition_additionannounced2007-06-202007-06-30MichiganSupermarket retailsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Agreement to acquire 20 Farmer Jack stores; expected to close in the second quarter of 2007. No associated headcount disclosed.
2007-05-26otherin_progressDistributionUSD 18 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charges related to labor unrest at one distribution center.
2007-05-26acquisition_additioncompleted2007-04-192007-06-29Northeast IndianaRetailsubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of 18 Scott's Food and Pharmacy stores from SUPERVALU completed June 29, 2007.
2007-05-26acquisition_additionannounced2007-06-202007-06-30MichiganRetailsubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Agreement to acquire 20 Farmer Jack Stores; expected to close in Q2 2007.
2007-02-03plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2006 store activity: 60 supermarkets closed for operational reasons and 17 closed for relocation; no associated workforce reduction, severance, or headcount impact disclosed. Closed-store lease liability fell from $65M to $33M during the year.
2006-11-04othercompleted2006-06-302006-11-14California, United StatesRalphs Grocery Company (subsidiary)USD 70 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Ralphs pled guilty to charges related to hiring practices during the 2003-2004 labor dispute; paid a $20 million fine and established a $50 million restitution fund; sentenced to three years probation on November 14, 2006. No employee headcount affected was disclosed.
2006-11-04otherannounced2006-11-042007-01-01United StatesCash Balance Plan participants; Louisville warehouse and transportation operationsUSD 5 (millions)other
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Cash Balance Plan benefit accruals discontinued effective January 1, 2007, replaced with a 401(k) plan; $5 curtailment charge recognized in Q3 2006. Separately, a January 2007 transaction will convey Louisville warehouse and transportation operations to third parties, after which the local union's no-strike agreement ends. No headcount figures disclosed.
2006-11-04plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail StoresUSD 44 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Accrual activity for future lease obligations of stores closed in the normal course of business. Balance at end of third quarter was $44 million. Includes asset impairments of $44 million for the first three quarters of 2006.
2006-11-04othercompleted2007-01-01United StatesHuman Resources / BenefitsUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Discontinuation of accrual of additional benefits under the Cash Balance Plan effective Jan 1, 2007. Recognized a charge of $5 million representing recognition of previously unrecognized prior service costs.
2006-01-28plant_closurecompleted2006-01-28United StatesRetail supermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		54 supermarkets closed for operational reasons during fiscal 2005; a further 12 closed as relocations. No employee counts or severance amounts disclosed. Closed-store lease accrual balance was $65 million at year-end.
2006-01-28othercompletedUnited StatesLabor relations — union collective bargainingItem_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Major collective bargaining agreements ratified during fiscal 2005 in Atlanta, Columbus, Dallas, Portland (non-food), Roanoke, plus Teamsters contracts covering southern California and several Midwest facilities. No affected-employee counts given. 85 contracts covering roughly 8% of union-affiliated employees were scheduled to expire in fiscal 2006.
2006-01-28otherin_progress2005-12-012006-08-15United States — Southern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery CompanyItem_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Federal grand jury indictment of Ralphs disclosed December 2005 regarding hiring of locked-out employees under false identities during the Oct 2003–Feb 2004 labor dispute; trial set for 2006-08-15. Management did not expect a material financial effect. No headcount impact quantified.
2005-08-13otherannouncedColumbus, Dallas, southern California, MidwestMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Major UFCW contracts expiring in Columbus and Dallas in H2 2005; a Teamsters contract in southern California and one covering several Midwest facilities expiring in September. Health care and pension costs are key negotiation issues; a work stoppage could materially affect results. Existing extensions in Atlanta and Roanoke are subject to termination by either party.
2005-08-13otherannouncedUnited States — Columbus, Dallas, Atlanta, Roanoke, southern California, MidwestStore operations and distribution facilities (union-represented workforce)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pending collective-bargaining events: UFCW contracts in Columbus and Dallas expire in 2H 2005; a Teamsters contract in southern California and one covering several Midwest facilities expire in September 2005; extensions in Atlanta and Roanoke are subject to termination. Filer states a work stoppage could materially affect results; no employee counts or dates disclosed.
2005-08-13plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesSupermarkets (under-performing stores)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Filer anticipates operational store closings will continue at an above-historical rate and maintains closed-store lease liabilities (balance $65M at quarter-end, additions $8M in 2005), but discloses no store or employee counts for the quarter.
2005-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarket divisionsUSD 24 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Lease liabilities of $24 million recorded in fiscal 2004 for closing 41 stores under a corporate-level strategic plan. Supermarket storing activity separately reports 56 operational closures plus 23 relocation closures during fiscal 2004; no employee counts disclosed for any closure. Charge represents present value of remaining lease obligations, not severance.
2005-01-29othercompleted2003-10-122004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Company (Ralphs and Food 4 Less divisions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strike/lockout affecting Ralphs stores as well as Safeway and Albertson's stores ran 141 days, ending 2004-02-29 (within fiscal 2004; began in fiscal 2003). Estimated pre-tax effect on fiscal 2004 results was $151 million ($95 million after tax, $0.13 per share), including mutual strike assistance payments of approximately $147 million to the other retailers. No affected-employee headcount disclosed. Related U.S. Attorney investigation into Ralphs' hiring of locked-out workers under false identities remains open.
2005-01-29plant_closurecompleted2003-10-132003-12-11West VirginiaRetail StoresItem 7 - MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Closed 44 stores starting October 13, 2003 due to strike; reopened December 11, 2003. Employee count not specified.
2005-01-29restructuringcompleted2003-10-122004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery CompanyItem 7 - MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Labor dispute from October 12, 2003 to February 29, 2004. Employee count not specified.
2005-01-29plant_closurecompleted2004-01-012004-12-31United StatesRetail StoresUSD 24 (millions)Item 7 - MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Recorded lease liabilities totaling $24 million related to closing of 41 stores in fiscal 2004. Employee count not specified.
2005-01-29restructuringcompleted2001-12-11United StatesCorporate / AdministrativeUSD 0 (millions)MD&A - Other Items
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 2001. No restructuring charges recorded in fiscal 2004. Remaining liability of $4 million relates to lease commitments.
2005-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail StoresUSD 24 (millions)MD&A - Other Items
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Recorded lease liabilities totaling $24 million related to the closing of 41 stores during fiscal 2004.
2005-01-29restructuringcompleted2001-12-11United StatesCompany-wideUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan restructuring; $15M pre-tax charge in fiscal 2002 (prior year). No restructuring charges in fiscal 2004 or 2003. Remaining $4M liability relates to lease commitments through 2009 for Nashville division office consolidation.
2005-01-29plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail storesother
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Store closing lease obligation roll-forward disclosed ($65M balance at FY2004 year-end); no employee counts associated with store closures provided.
2005-01-29restructuringcompletedUnited StatesMultiple divisionsUSD 120 (millions)other
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2003 pre-tax charge of $120M for store closures and under-performing locations ($54M assets held for disposal, $66M held and used). No employee counts disclosed. No corporate-level asset impairment charges in fiscal 2004.
2005-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail — Supermarket operationsUSD 24 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		41 of 56 operational store closures in fiscal 2004 had lease liabilities recorded; no employee counts disclosed
2005-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail — Supermarket operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		56 operational store closures during fiscal 2004 per store activity table; employee impact not quantified
2005-01-29othercompleted2003-10-122004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs divisionUSD 151 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Southern California labor dispute ran 141 days ending Feb 29, 2004; $151M pre-tax loss in fiscal 2004 includes recovery costs; no employee count disclosed
2005-01-29othercompleted2003-10-132003-12-11West VirginiaRetail — Supermarket operationsItem_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strike began in fiscal 2003; stores reopened Dec 11, 2003 after contract ratification; included for context as it spans into fiscal 2004 recovery
2004-11-06othercompleted20,000Seattle, Cincinnati, and southern California (Food 4 Less)Supermarket divisionsMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Major UFCW labor contracts covering nearly 20,000 associates were ratified during the third quarter without a work stoppage; agreements included health care cost sharing and cost caps.
2004-11-06otherin_progressDenver (King Soopers); Las Vegas (Smith's and Food 4 Less)Supermarket divisionsMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Negotiations continuing with UFCW at King Soopers in Denver and Smith's/Food 4 Less in Las Vegas; Las Vegas operates under a contract extension terminable by either party after notice.
2004-11-06plant_closurecompletedFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Closed 20 stores in the third quarter of 2004, including 14 operational closings, versus 16 stores in the prior-year quarter; no employee counts disclosed.
2004-11-06plant_closurecompletedFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Closed 63 stores year-to-date in 2004, including 47 operational closings, versus 27 stores in the prior-year period; no employee counts disclosed.
2004-11-06othercompleted2004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs and Food 4 LessMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		141-day work stoppage in southern California ended February 29, 2004; company focused on restoring identical sales to pre-strike levels. Strike-related costs were previously reported and discontinued in Q3 2004.
2004-11-06otherin_progressCentral District of CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Companyother
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		US Attorney's Office investigating Ralphs' hiring practices during the October 2003–February 2004 labor dispute, including allegations that locked-out employees worked under false identities; a grand jury has convened.
2004-11-06plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail grocery storesMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Closed 20 stores in Q3 2004, including 14 operational closings; 63 stores closed YTD (47 operational). No employee counts disclosed.
2004-11-06othercompletedSeattle, Cincinnati, Southern California (Food 4 Less)Retail grocery storesMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Major labor contracts covering nearly 20,000 associates ratified during Q3 2004 without work stoppage; agreements include health care cost-sharing and caps.
2004-11-06otherin_progressDenver, CO; Las Vegas, NVRetail grocery stores (King Soopers, Smith's, Food 4 Less)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Negotiations continuing with UFCW at King Soopers in Denver and Smith's/Food 4 Less in Las Vegas; contract extension in place at Las Vegas locations.
2004-11-06plant_closurecompletedMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed 20 stores, including 14 operational closings, in the third quarter of 2004. Employee count not disclosed.
2004-11-06othercompletedSeattle, Cincinnati, Southern CaliforniaMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Major labor contracts covering nearly 20,000 associates in Seattle, Cincinnati and at Food 4 Less in southern California were ratified without a work stoppage.
2004-08-14othercompleted2004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRetail food storesUSD 132 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		141-day work stoppage in southern California ended February 29, 2004; year-to-date pre-tax FIFO gross margin impact of $132 million plus OG&A effects as the company recovers lost sales. Southern California market remains competitive and recovery is ongoing.
2004-08-14othercompletedArizona, Detroit, Nashville, Louisville, SeattleRetail food storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		During the quarter Kroger reached major new agreements with the United Food and Commercial Workers union in Arizona, Detroit, Nashville, Louisville and Seattle; contract extensions exist in Denver, Las Vegas and southern California.
2004-08-14plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesRetail food storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		43 stores closed year-to-date 2004 (21 in the second quarter) versus 15 in the prior-year period; no employee counts disclosed. Company expects operational closings to continue at an above-historical rate.
2004-08-14otherin_progressSouthern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Companyother
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		US Attorney's Office investigating Ralphs' hiring practices during the October 2003–February 2004 labor dispute, including allegations that locked-out employees worked under false identities; a grand jury has convened. Company cooperating; outcome undetermined.
2004-08-14othercompleted2003-102004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRetail grocery operations (Ralphs, Food 4 Less)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		141-day labor dispute (work stoppage/lockout) ended February 29, 2004; no employee count disclosed. Estimated Q2 2004 recovery effects: $55M pre-tax FIFO gross margin drag and $18M OG&A impact; YTD effects $132M and $14M respectively, plus a $32M pre-tax Mutual Strike Assistance Agreement payment in Q1 2004. Related U.S. Attorney investigation of Ralphs hiring practices during the dispute is disclosed in Part II, Item 1.
2004-08-14plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail food storesMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		21 stores closed during Q2 2004 (vs. 6 in Q2 2003); 43 stores closed year-to-date (vs. 15 prior-year YTD). No associated employee counts or severance amounts disclosed; closures reflect the strategy shift toward real estate ownership.
2004-08-14plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Company closed 21 stores in the second quarter of 2004. No specific employee count or severance charge was disclosed for these closures in this filing.
2004-08-14othercompletedSouthern CaliforniaRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		141-day work stoppage in southern California ended February 29, 2004. Filing notes efforts to recover business and return to pre-strike levels, but does not quantify specific workforce reductions or additions resulting from the dispute resolution.
2004-05-22othercompleted2003-10-112004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Company (retail food stores)USD 113 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		141-day UFCW strike and lockout ended February 29, 2004 with ratification of a new labor contract. Estimated pre-tax impact of $113 million in Q1 2004: $77 million FIFO gross margin, $36 million OG&A (including ~$32 million under the mutual strike assistance agreement among the retailers).
2004-05-22plant_closurecompletedRetail food storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		22 stores closed during the first quarter of 2004, compared with 9 stores in the first quarter of 2003. No employee counts disclosed.
2004-05-22plant_closurecompletedSouthern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Companysubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		During the first week of the second quarter, Ralphs closed 14 stores; related liabilities to be recorded in Q2 2004. No employee counts disclosed.
2004-05-22otherin_progressSouthern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Companysubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		US Attorney's Office (Central District of California) investigating Ralphs hiring practices during the October 2003–February 2004 labor dispute, including allegations that locked-out employees worked under false identities; a grand jury has convened. Also subject of National Labor Relations Act claims; NLRB has not determined to issue a complaint.
2004-05-22othercompletedSouthern California, Indiana, Houston, Memphis, Arizona, DetroitRetail food stores (union-represented employees)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Major collective bargaining agreements successfully negotiated during the quarter (southern California, Indiana, Houston, Memphis) and ratified thereafter in Arizona and Detroit; indefinite contract extensions in Louisville, Seattle, Nashville, and Food 4 Less southern California. Major contracts expiring in 2004 in Denver, Las Vegas, and Cincinnati.
2004-05-22othercompleted2004-02-292004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRetail stores (bargaining unit employees)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		141-day strike/lockout ended Feb 29, 2004 after UFCW members ratified a new contract. Estimated Q1 2004 pre-tax impact of $113 million ($71 million after tax, $0.10 per diluted share), including ~$32 million mutual strike assistance agreement payments.
2004-05-22plant_closurecompleted2004-05-22United StatesFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		22 stores closed during Q1 2004 (vs. 9 in Q1 2003). No employee count associated with closures disclosed.
2004-05-22plant_closurecompleted2004-05-232004-05-30Southern CaliforniaRalphs Grocery Company storessubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Ralphs closed 14 stores during the first week of Q2 2004; related liabilities to be recorded in Q2 2004. No employee count disclosed.
2004-05-22othercompleted2004-05-22Southern California, Indiana, Houston, MemphisCollective bargaining unitsMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Major collective bargaining agreements negotiated during the quarter in these four markets.
2004-05-22othercompleted2004-07-01Arizona, DetroitCollective bargaining unitssubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Collective bargaining agreements ratified in Arizona and Detroit during the second quarter of 2004.
2004-05-22otherin_progressLouisville, Seattle, Nashville, Southern California (Food 4 Less)Collective bargaining unitsMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Indefinite contract extensions in place; votes underway to ratify a tentative agreement in Nashville. Filer warns a prolonged work stoppage could materially affect results.
2004-05-22othercompleted2003-10-112004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRetail OperationsUSD 113 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		141-day work stoppage involving strike against Safeway and lockout of Kroger employees. Pre-tax impact estimated at $113 million ($77M FIFO gross margin, $36M OG&A).
2004-05-22plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail OperationsMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed 22 stores in the first quarter of 2004. Employee count not disclosed.
2004-05-22plant_closureannounced2004-06-01Southern CaliforniaRetail Operations (Ralphs)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Ralphs Grocery Company closed 14 stores during the first week of the second quarter. Liabilities to be recorded in Q2 2004.
2004-01-31othercompleted2003-10-112004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs supermarkets; UFCW bargaining unit employeesUSD 116 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strike/lockout lasting 141 days; new contract ratified 2004-02-29 (after fiscal year end). Charge shown is pre-tax expenses under the retailers' Agreement recorded in OG&A; excludes a $31M pre-tax union health/welfare trust contribution, an estimated $177M FIFO gross margin effect and $216M OG&A effect of the disputes, and at least $147M of payments scheduled for 2004. Employee headcount affected not disclosed.
2004-01-31othercompleted2003-10-132003-12-15West Virginia areaKroger supermarkets; UFCW local unionMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		44 stores temporarily closed following a union strike decision; contract ratified 2003-12-11 and 41 stores reopened 2003-12-15. Three stores were not reopened. Employee headcount affected not disclosed.
2004-01-31plant_closurein_progress2004-12-31United States (multiple locations nationwide)Retail supermarket divisionsUSD 120 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Closure of several stores authorized during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2003, triggering a $120M pre-tax asset impairment charge ($54M assets to be disposed of, $66M held and used). Exact announcement date not disclosed. Most locations expected to close during 2004, with an additional $25M-$32M of pre-tax lease-liability charges expected in 2004 under SFAS 146. Employees affected not disclosed; sales at stores approved for closure were $433M in 2003.
2004-01-31restructuringcompleted2001-12-11United StatesCorporate / OperationsUSD 0 ()MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 2001. No restructuring charges recorded in fiscal 2003. Prior years had charges ($37M in 2001, $15M in 2002).
2004-01-31plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail StoresUSD 120 ()MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Asset impairment charges of $120 million recorded in 2003 related to under-performing stores and locations authorized for closure. Employee count not disclosed.
2004-01-31restructuringcompleted2001-12-11USD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic Growth Plan initiated in 2001; $15 million pre-tax charge recorded in fiscal 2003 for severance, distribution center consolidation, and conversion costs. No employee count disclosed.
2004-01-31plant_closurecompleted2003-10-132003-12-15West VirginiaRetailItem_1_Business
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Temporarily closed 44 stores due to strike; re-opened 41 stores on Dec 15, 2003. Three stores were not re-opened. No specific headcount or charge disclosed for closures.
2004-01-31plant_closurecompleted2004-01-31United StatesSupermarket operationsUSD 120 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		25 stores closed for operational reasons during FY2003; a separate $120M pre-tax asset impairment charge in Q4 2003 related to stores approved for closure plus other under-performing locations; employee headcount affected not disclosed
2004-01-31othercompleted2003-10-122004-02-29Southern CaliforniaRalphs and Food 4 Less storesUSD 147 (millions)Item_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		141-day strike/lockout; $147M contractual obligation disclosed for 2004 settlement payments; estimated pre-tax effects included $177M FIFO gross margin impact and $216M OG&A impact; resolved Feb 29, 2004 after fiscal year end
2004-01-31othercompleted2003-10-132003-12-15West VirginiaKroger storesItem_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		44 stores temporarily closed due to union strike; contract ratified Dec 11, 2003; 41 stores reopened Dec 15, 2003; 3 stores permanently closed; employee count affected not disclosed
2003-11-08otherin_progress2003-10-11Southern CaliforniaRalphs and Food 4 Less storesUSD 97 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		UFCW strike against Safeway began October 11, 2003; Kroger locked out bargaining unit employees October 12 under a multi-employer mutual-assistance agreement. Estimated $97 million adverse effect on merchandise costs and $46 million on OG&A in Q3 2003; dispute continued as of December 19, 2003.
2003-11-08othercompleted2003-10-132003-12-15West Virginia areaKroger storessubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		44 Kroger stores temporarily closed October 13, 2003 after a UFCW local strike decision. Union ratified a new labor contract December 11, 2003; 41 stores reopened December 15, 2003, three stores were not reopened.
2003-11-08otherin_progress2003-10-11Southern CaliforniaRalphs and Food 4 Less stores (UFCW bargaining unit)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strike against Safeway began 2003-10-11; Kroger and Albertson's locked out bargaining unit employees 2003-10-12 under a mutual agreement. Ongoing as of 2003-12-19. Estimated pre-tax impact of $97M on merchandise costs and $46M on OG&A in Q3 2003.
2003-11-08othercompleted2003-10-132003-12-15West Virginia area44 Kroger stores (UFCW bargaining unit)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		44 stores temporarily closed after local UFCW union called a strike. New labor contract ratified 2003-12-11; 41 stores re-opened 2003-12-15. Employee count not disclosed.
2003-11-08plant_closureannounced2003-12-15West Virginia area3 Kroger storessubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Three of the 44 struck stores were not re-opened after the contract ratification. Associated workforce reduction not quantified.
2003-11-08otherin_progress2003-10-11Southern CaliforniaRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strike initiated by UFCW against Safeway; Kroger locked out bargaining unit employees per agreement. Dispute ongoing as of Dec 19, 2003.
2003-11-08othercompleted2003-10-132003-12-15West VirginiaRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		44 stores temporarily closed due to strike. New contract ratified Dec 11, 2003. 41 stores reopened Dec 15, 2003; 3 stores not reopened.
2003-11-08plant_closurecompletedWest VirginiaRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Three stores were not re-opened following the resolution of the labor dispute.
2003-11-08restructuringin_progressNashvilleCorporate / DistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Remaining $5 million liability represents long-term obligations, including lease commitments through 2009 related to consolidation of Nashville division office and distribution center.
2003-11-08restructuringin_progressCaliforniaRetail StoresUSD 66 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Liability for facility closure costs primarily represents present value of lease obligations remaining through 2019 for locations closed in California prior to Fred Meyer merger.
2003-08-16otherin_progress2003-12-31Portland, Oregon; Memphis, Tennessee; Charleston, West Virginia; Indianapolis, Indiana; Arizona; Southern California (Ralphs)Supermarket divisions represented by UFCWMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		UFCW contract expired in Portland, Oregon; contracts expiring before end of 2003 in Memphis, Charleston, Indianapolis, Arizona and Ralphs (Southern California). Rising health care and pension costs are key negotiation issues; company cannot assure agreements without work stoppage, and a prolonged stoppage affecting a substantial number of stores could materially affect results. No strike or headcount reduction disclosed.
2003-08-16restructuringin_progress2001-12-11USD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		No restructuring charges incurred in 2003. Remaining liability of $5 million represents long-term obligations including lease commitments through 2009.
2003-08-16restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		No merger-related costs recorded in 2003. Remaining severance liability of $2 million to be paid before end of fiscal 2003.
2003-05-24restructuringin_progress2001-12-11Corporate (OG&A reduction, merchandising/procurement centralization, retail price reductions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced December 2001; cumulative cost savings of approximately $377 million achieved as of May 24, 2003. No restructuring charges incurred in Q1 2003; severance liability reduced from $8 million to $6 million via $2 million of payments.
2003-05-24plant_closurein_progressRetail stores (primarily Fred Meyer merger-related underperforming stores)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Five previously planned store closings were cancelled in Q1 2003 due to improved performance, producing a $10 million pre-tax income reversal of lease liabilities. Remaining store-closing liability was $34 million at May 24, 2003. No employee counts disclosed.
2003-05-24otherannounced2003-03-01Michigan and OhioRetail divisions (Livonia, Michigan and Columbus, Ohio)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Combining of two retail divisions announced March 2003; approximately $0.02 per diluted share of systems conversion and division consolidation expense included in fiscal 2003 EPS guidance. No headcount figures disclosed.
2003-05-24restructuringin_progress2001-12-11United StatesEnterprise-widerestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan; no restructuring charges incurred in Q1 2003 (prior-year Q1 charge was $13M pre-tax, mainly severance, DC consolidation, conversions). Severance & other liability balance $6M at quarter-end. No employee counts disclosed.
2003-05-24plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesFood retail storesUSD -10 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Existing store-closing plan; Q1 2003 recorded $10M pre-tax income as five stores were removed from the plan and remaining exit costs fell. Liability balance $34M at 2003-05-24. No employee counts disclosed.
2003-05-24otherannouncedUnited StatesUnionized store and distribution workforce (UFCW)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Several major UFCW contracts expire in 2003 (Peoria, Portland, Memphis, Charleston, Indianapolis, Arizona, Ralphs/Southern California); health care and pension costs central to negotiations; work stoppage risk noted. No counts or dates disclosed.
2003-05-24restructuringin_progress2001-12-11USD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 11, 2001. No restructuring charges incurred in Q1 2003. Liability balance decreased from $8M to $6M due to payments.
2003-05-24restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Integration of Fred Meyer merger. No costs recorded in Q1 2003. Accruals for facility closure, severance, and incentives remain on balance sheet.
2003-05-24plant_closurecompletedRetail StoresUSD -10 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Reversal of $10M pre-tax store closing liabilities due to improved performance at five stores remaining open and lower-than-anticipated exit costs.
2003-05-24otherannounced2003-06-26Corporatesubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Board announced implementation of CEO successor plan.
2003-05-24restructuringannounced2003-03-01United StatesRetail DivisionsMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Announced combining of two retail divisions headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, and Columbus, Ohio. Estimated $0.02 EPS expense for systems conversions and consolidation.
2003-02-01restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesManagerial and clerical positionsUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced 2001-12-11; ~1,500 positions eliminated during fiscal 2002. Pre-tax restructuring charge of $15M in fiscal 2002 (severance, distribution center consolidation/conversion). Cumulative restructuring costs of ~$52M through Feb 1, 2003; original $500M cost-reduction goal expected to be exceeded by end of fiscal 2003.
2003-02-01plant_closurein_progress2003-04-30United StatesUnder-performing supermarket stores (primarily former Fred Meyer / Ralphs acquisitions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Store closing plans: no pre-tax expense recorded in fiscal 2002 (vs. $20M in 2001, $67M in 2000); closed-store lease liability balance $60M at year-end. Sales at stores under consideration totaled $186M in fiscal 2002. Final determination on remaining stores expected in Q1 fiscal 2003. No employee-affected count disclosed.
2003-02-01othercompletedUnited StatesNashville division office and distribution centerrestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Nashville division office and distribution center merged into the Atlanta and Mid-South divisions during fiscal 2002 as part of the Strategic Growth Plan; headcount impact not separately quantified.
2003-02-01restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesManagerial and clerical positionsUSD 15 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 2001. 1,500 managerial/clerical positions eliminated in 2002. Pre-tax restructuring charge of $15 million recorded in 2002.
2003-02-01restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesManagement and ClericalUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 2001. Eliminated approx 1,500 managerial and clerical positions in 2002. $15M pre-tax charge recorded in 2002 for severance and distribution center consolidation.
2002-11-09restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesManagerial and clerical positions; Nashville division office and distribution center merged into Atlanta and Mid-South divisionsUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced December 11, 2001; approximately 1,500 managerial and clerical positions eliminated. Charges of $15 million pre-tax incurred in first two quarters of 2002, primarily severance, distribution center consolidation and conversion costs; approximately $10 million cash. Cash payments of $41 million made during 2002; severance accrual balance of $11 million at November 9, 2002. Company states no additional expenses expected under the Plan.
2002-11-09plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Six food stores closed during the third quarter of 2002; no associated headcount disclosed.
2002-11-09restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesManagerial and clerical positions; Nashville division office and distribution center merged into Atlanta and Mid-South divisionsUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced 2001-12-11; ~1,500 positions eliminated cumulatively as of 2002-11-09. Restructuring charges of $15M pre-tax incurred in first two quarters of 2002; ~$10M was cash. Cash payments of $41M made during 2002. No additional expenses expected.
2002-11-09plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Six food stores closed during the third quarter of 2002 (versus 15 in Q3 2001). Associated headcount not disclosed.
2002-11-09otherannouncedUnited StatesUFCW-represented stores in Toledo OH, Peoria IL, Portland OR, Memphis TN, Charleston SC, Indianapolis IN, Arizona, Southern Californiaother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Major UFCW collective bargaining contracts expire in fiscal 2003; rising health care and pension costs are key issues. Filer cautions that a prolonged work stoppage could materially affect results. No affected-employee count disclosed.
2002-11-09restructuringcompleted1,5002001-12-11Managerial and clerical positionsUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Part of Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 11, 2001. Charges incurred in first two quarters of 2002. Company does not expect additional expenses.
2002-08-17restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesOperating, general and administrative; Nashville division merged into Atlanta and Louisville divisionsUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced December 11, 2001; slightly over 1,500 positions eliminated; $15 million pre-tax charges year-to-date 2002, $2 million in Q2; majority severance, distribution center consolidation and conversion costs; $33 million cash payments made in 2002; no additional expenses expected; severance accrual balance $19 million at quarter-end
2002-08-17restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesCorporate and division administrative functionsUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan: slightly over 1,500 positions eliminated; $15M pre-tax charges for first two quarters 2002, $2M in Q2. Includes Nashville division office and distribution center merged into Atlanta and Louisville divisions. Cumulative restructuring costs of ~$52M versus original $85M-$100M estimate; no further charges expected.
2002-08-17otherin_progressUnited StatesStore employees (Oregon, North Carolina) and Southern California Teamstersother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Collective bargaining agreements expired for store employees in Oregon and North Carolina and for Southern California Teamsters; risk of work stoppage disclosed. Affected employee counts not stated.
2002-08-17restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesOperating, general and administrativeUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 11, 2001. Eliminated slightly over 1,500 positions. YTD 2002 charges $15M pre-tax, primarily severance and distribution center consolidation.
2002-05-25restructuringin_progress1,4002001-12-11Corporate and division offices; distribution centersUSD 13 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Over 1,400 of approximately 1,500 targeted positions eliminated as of quarter end; Q1 2002 pre-tax charge of $13 million primarily for severance, distribution center consolidation and conversion costs, with about $9 million in cash. Nashville division office and distribution center merged into Atlanta and Louisville divisions. Cumulative charges under the plan totaled $50 million; total plan cost estimated at $75-$90 million pre-tax.
2002-05-25restructuringin_progress1,4002001-12-11United StatesCorporate and operating divisions (including Nashville division office and distribution center merged into Atlanta and Louisville divisions)USD 13 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan: over 1,400 of approximately 1,500 targeted positions eliminated as of May 25, 2002; Q1 2002 charge of $13 pre-tax (approximately $9 cash) for severance, distribution center consolidation and conversion costs; cumulative charges under the Plan totaled $50 as of May 25, 2002; accrual balance $25 at quarter-end; no total company headcount disclosed in this filing
2002-05-25restructuringin_progress1,4002001-12-11Operating, general and administrativeUSD 13 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Part of Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 11, 2001. Over 1,400 of approx 1,500 targeted positions eliminated. Charges include severance, distribution center consolidation, and conversion costs.
2002-02-02restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesCorporate and divisional administrative positionsUSD 37 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan: approximately 1,500 positions identified for elimination plus one division merged into two adjacent marketing areas; $37M pre-tax severance charge recorded in Q4 2001, most severance payable in 2002; total program cost estimated at $75M-$90M pre-tax
2002-02-02plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarket retailMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		29 supermarkets closed during fiscal 2001; associated workforce reduction not quantified. Closed store lease liabilities totaled $234M at year-end
2002-02-02restructuringcompleted1,5002001-12-112002-12-31United StatesCorporate / AdministrativeUSD 37 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 2001; 1,500 positions eliminated; $37M pre-tax charge recorded in Q4 2001 primarily for severance.
2002-02-02restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesOperating, general and administrativeUSD 37 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic Growth Plan announced Dec 11, 2001. Identified approx 1,500 positions to be eliminated. Pre-tax restructuring charge of $37 million recorded in Q4 2001 primarily for severance. Most severance to be paid in 2002.
2002-02-02restructuringin_progress1,5002001-12-11United StatesCorporate and retail operations; one division merged into two adjacent marketing areasUSD 37 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approximately 1,500 positions identified for elimination; $37M pre-tax severance charge recorded in Q4 2001. Total program cost estimated at $75–90M pre-tax; most severance to be paid in 2002.
2002-02-02plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesSupermarket retail operationsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		29 food stores closed during fiscal 2001 (net store count moved from 2,354 to 2,418). Associated employee displacement not quantified.
2001-11-10reduction_in_forceannounced1,5002001-12-112002-12-11United StatesManagerial and clerical positionsUSD 93 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Strategic growth plan announced December 11, 2001; approximately 1,500 managerial and clerical positions to be eliminated over the next 12 months. Estimated pre-tax charge of $85-$100 million for severance and other implementation costs, with the majority to be taken in Q4 2001. Midpoint of disclosed range used for associated_charge_value.
2001-11-10plant_closurecompleted2001-11-102002-02-03United StatesFood storesUSD 20 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		One-time charge of $20 million represents present value of future lease liabilities and other costs required to close 12 stores; no employee count disclosed. Related $37 million asset impairment for assets to be disposed of recorded in Note 4.
2001-11-10reduction_in_forceannounced1,5002001-12-112002-12-11United StatesManagerial and clerical positionsUSD 93 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strategic growth plan announced 2001-12-11; charge disclosed as a range of $85-$100 million (value shown is midpoint); majority of charge expected in Q4 2001; also includes merging one division into two adjacent marketing areas
2001-11-10plant_closurecompleted2001-11-10United StatesFood storesUSD 20 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		15 food stores closed during the quarter; separate $20 million charge represents present value of future lease liabilities and other costs to close 12 stores; no employee counts disclosed
2001-11-10restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministration integration (merger-related)USD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Year-to-date pre-tax merger-related costs of $5 million covering labor and severance for employees identified for termination in the Fred Meyer merger integration; no employee counts disclosed
2001-11-10restructuringannounced1,5002001-12-112002-12-11United StatesManagerial and clericalUSD 93 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strategic growth plan to reduce operating costs by >$500M over two years; charge of $85-$100M for severance and other costs, majority in Q4 2001.
2001-11-10plant_closurecompleted2001-11-102001-11-10United StatesFood StoresUSD 20 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of 12 stores; charge represents present value of future lease liabilities and other costs.
2001-08-18plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		19 operational food store closings during the second quarter of 2001; no employee counts disclosed.
2001-08-18restructuringin_progressUnited StatesMerger integration — administration and distributionUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Second-quarter 2001 merger-related costs of $2 million, largely restricted stock tied to merger synergies; employee severance accrual balance of $10 million at quarter-end, but no headcount figures disclosed.
2001-08-18restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Pre-tax costs of $2 million incurred in Q2 2001 related to administration integration, including labor and severance for employees identified for termination and restricted stock issuance.
2001-08-18restructuringin_progressOperationsUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Pre-tax one-time expenses of $9 million in Q2 2001, including $7 million in operating, general and administrative costs related to employee severance and system conversion.
2001-08-18plant_closurecompletedRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed 19 food stores during the second quarter of 2001.
2001-05-26plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		14 food stores operationally closed during the first quarter of 2001; no headcount impact disclosed.
2001-05-26restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministration integrationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger integration continuing; Q1 2001 charge of $2 million from restricted stock grants tied to merger synergies. Employee severance accrual balance of $16 million at quarter-end; no employee counts disclosed.
2001-05-26restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministration / DistributionUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger integration program covering distribution consolidation and administration integration; includes restricted stock grants tied to synergy goals. No employee count disclosed. Severance accrual balance for employee severance was $16M at quarter end.
2001-05-26plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood retail storesMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		14 food stores closed during Q1 2001; no associated headcount disclosed.
2001-05-26restructuringcompletedUnited StatesOperations / AdministrationUSD 14 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One-time merger-related expenses of $14M in Q1 2001 ($3M merchandise costs, $11M OG&A for severance and system conversion); all cash expenditures. No employee count disclosed.
2001-05-26restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Costs incurred resulting from issuing restricted stock related to merger synergies.
2001-05-26restructuringin_progressOperating, General and AdministrativeUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Employee severance and system conversion costs related to recent mergers.
2001-05-26plant_closurecompletedFood StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed 14 food stores during the first quarter of 2001.
2001-02-03plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail supermarketsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		No employee count disclosed for closures; impairment review identified 25 closed stores as assets to be disposed of
2001-02-03restructuringin_progressUnited StatesCompany-wide merger integration (Fred Meyer)USD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		FY2000 portion of ongoing integration program; includes $4M severance cash payments and $10M restricted stock; employee severance accrual balance $18M at year-end
2001-02-03restructuringin_progressUnited StatesClosed stores — lease and facility wind-downUSD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Present value of lease liabilities for closed stores within FY2000 one-time expenses; $10M paid against accruals during the year
2001-02-03restructuringcompleted2000-02-062001-02-03United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 191 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Impairment charge of $191 million recorded in Q1 2000 due to updated profitability forecasts. Includes assets to be disposed of (25 closed stores) and held/used (13 stores). Employee count not explicitly disclosed for this specific charge.
2001-02-03restructuringcompleted2000-02-062001-02-03United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 15 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Merger related costs of $15 million incurred in 2000 for integration plan including distribution consolidation and store closures.
2001-02-03restructuringcompleted2000-02-052001-02-03United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 191 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Impairment charge of $191 million recorded in Q1 2000 due to updated profitability forecasts. Includes assets to be disposed of (25 closed stores) and assets to be held and used (13 stores). Employee count affected not explicitly disclosed.
2001-02-03restructuringcompleted2000-02-052001-02-03United StatesRetail OperationsUSD 15 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Merger related costs of $15 million in 2000. Includes distribution consolidation, systems integration, store conversions, and administration integration. Employee count affected not explicitly disclosed.
2000-11-04plant_closurein_progress2001-02-03United StatesFood storesUSD 81 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Impairment charge for 25 stores closed or committed to close by fiscal year-end; charge based on fair value less cost to sell, reducing fixed assets by $41 million and goodwill by $40 million. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progressUnited StatesFood storesUSD 87 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Impairment charge for 13 stores that will continue to be operated, based on revised operating plans; reduced fixed assets by $47 million and goodwill by $40 million. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-11-04reduction_in_forcein_progressUnited StatesAdministrationUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Year-to-date severance payments of $4 million recorded as cash expended for headcount reductions; one-time severance expenses related to headcount reductions included in $94 million of one-time operating, general and administrative costs. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-11-04plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood storesUSD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Year-to-date accrual of $67 million for present value of lease liabilities relating to closed stores; $9 million paid, leaving $58 million accrued at quarter-end. 24 operational store closings occurred during the third quarter; 54 year-to-date. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progress1999-05-27United StatesEnterprise-wide (post-Fred Meyer merger integration)USD 13 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Integration program (distribution consolidation, systems integration, store conversions, store closures, administration integration). YTD 2000 charges $13M vs $304M YTD 1999; no employee counts disclosed. Related accruals at 2000-11-04: facility closure costs $115M, employee severance $19M, incentive awards/contributions $29M.
2000-11-04plant_closurein_progress2000-12-31United StatesRetail food storesUSD 81 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Impairment related to 25 stores already closed or committed to close by fiscal year end; no associated headcount disclosed. MD&A separately reports 24 operational store closings in Q3 and 54 YTD 2000.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progressUnited StatesClosed stores and headcount reductionsUSD 121 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		YTD 2000 one-time merger-related expenses of $121M, including $94M in SG&A for closed/closing stores and severance from headcount reductions; $67M accrued primarily as present value of lease liabilities for closed stores (accrued balance $58M at 2000-11-04). No employee counts disclosed.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Third quarter 2000 administration integration costs of $2 million resulted from issuance of restricted stock related to merger synergies.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Year-to-date 2000 administration integration includes $4 million for severance payments recorded as cash was expended.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progressDistributionUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Year-to-date 2000 distribution consolidation costs of $1 million represent severance costs incurred and paid.
2000-11-04restructuringin_progressGeneralUSD 94 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Year-to-date 2000 one-time operating, general and administrative expenses of $94 million relate primarily to stores that have closed or will close and severance expenses related to headcount reductions.
2000-11-04plant_closurecompletedRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Company had 24 operational closings during the third quarter of 2000 and 54 operational closings year-to-date.
2000-08-12plant_closurein_progress2001-01-27United StatesRetail storesUSD 81 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Impairment charge for 25 stores closed or committed to close by fiscal year-end; charge reduced fixed assets by $41M and goodwill by $40M. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressUnited StatesRetail storesUSD 87 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Impairment charge for 13 stores that will continue to be operated, based on revised operating plans; reduced fixed assets by $47M and goodwill by $40M.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministrationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q2 2000 administration integration charge from issuance of restricted stock tied to merger synergy goals; YTD $10M including $4M severance payments.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressUnited StatesStores and administrationUSD 70 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		YTD one-time merger-related OG&A costs for stores closed or to be closed, headcount-reduction severance, and other costs; $15M cash, $55M accrued primarily for NPV of closed-store lease liabilities.
2000-08-12plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail storesMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		12 operational store closings during Q2 2000; 30 operational closings YTD. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Q2 2000 administration integration costs of $2 million resulted from issuance of restricted stock related to merger synergies.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		YTD 2000 administration integration includes $4 million for severance payments recorded as cash expended.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressDistributionUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		YTD 2000 distribution consolidation costs of $1 million represent severance costs incurred and paid.
2000-08-12restructuringin_progressGeneralUSD 70 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		YTD 2000 one-time items of $70 million included in operating, general and administrative costs relate primarily to stores that have closed or will close and severance expenses related to headcount reductions.
2000-08-12plant_closurecompletedRetail StoresMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		12 operational store closings completed during the second quarter of 2000.
2000-05-20plant_closurecompleted2001-02-03United StatesFood storesUSD 81 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Impairment charge for 25 stores closed in Q1 or committed to close by fiscal year-end; reduced fixed assets by $41M and goodwill by $40M. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressUnited StatesStores held and usedUSD 87 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Impairment on 13 underperforming stores that will continue operating; reduced fixed assets by $47M and goodwill by $40M.
2000-05-20reduction_in_forcein_progressUnited StatesCorporate and store operationsUSD 66 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		One-time OG&A charges for stores closed or to close, severance from headcount reductions, and miscellaneous costs; $11M cash paid, $55M accrued with no payments in the quarter. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministration and distributionUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q1 2000 merger integration costs: $1M distribution consolidation severance, $4M severance payments, and $4M restricted stock tied to merger synergy goals. Employee counts not disclosed.
2000-05-20otherannounced2000-06-22Texas and OklahomaStore acquisitionssubsequent_events
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Terminated planned purchase of 74 Winn-Dixie stores after FTC withheld approval; no workforce impact quantified.
2000-05-20plant_closurein_progress2000-12-31United StatesRetail storesUSD 81 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Impairment charge for 25 stores closed in Q1 or committed to close by fiscal year end; no employee count disclosed.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministration / CorporateUSD 8 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Administration integration charges including restricted stock tied to merger synergies and severance payments; no employee count disclosed.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressUnited StatesDistributionUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Distribution consolidation severance costs incurred and paid in Q1 2000; no employee count disclosed.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressUnited StatesMultiple divisionsUSD 66 (millions)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One-time OG&A charges for store closures and severance from headcount reductions; $11M cash and $55M accrued; no employee count disclosed.
2000-05-20otherannounced2000-06-22Texas and OklahomaRetail storessubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Agreement with Winn-Dixie to terminate planned purchase of 74 stores after FTC withheld approval; no workforce impact quantified.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressAdministrationUSD 8 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Includes $4 million in severance payments recorded as cash expended and $4 million in restricted stock related to merger synergies.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressDistributionUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Severance costs incurred and paid for distribution consolidation.
2000-05-20restructuringin_progressGeneralUSD 66 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		One-time operating, general and administrative expenses relating to stores that have closed or will close and severance expenses related to headcount reductions. $11 million cash expenditures, $55 million accrued.
2000-05-20plant_closurecompletedRetail StoresUSD 81 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Impairment charge for assets to be disposed of related to 25 stores closed in the first quarter or committed to close by year-end.
2000-05-20plant_closurein_progressRetail StoresUSD 87 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Impairment charge for assets to be held and used related to 13 stores that will continue to be operated.
2000-01-29acquisition_additioncompleted1998-10-181999-05-27United States (Western region)Retail food and drug stores, multi-department stores, jewelry storesUSD 383 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fred Meyer merger completed May 27, 1999; 312 million Kroger shares issued. Merger-related costs of $383M in fiscal 1999 include distribution consolidation, systems integration, store conversions, transaction costs, store closures, and administration integration. Employee headcount added not separately disclosed.
2000-01-29plant_closurecompleted2000-01-29United StatesRetail food stores and multi-department storesMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		81 stores closed during fiscal 1999, including 7 duplicate facilities and 3 stores sold per FTC settlement. Employee headcount affected not disclosed.
2000-01-29restructuringin_progressUnited States (Phoenix, Arizona)DistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Severance accrued in fiscal 1999 for distribution employees in Phoenix as part of distribution consolidation; employee count not disclosed
2000-01-29restructuringin_progressUnited StatesCorporate administrationUSD 47 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Accrued charges include severance for Fred Meyer executives who notified of intent to leave, a charitable contribution obligation, and restricted stock award tied to merger synergies; employee count not disclosed
2000-01-29restructuringcompletedUnited StatesDistribution and AdministrationUSD 383 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Total merger related costs incurred were $383 million in 1999. Includes distribution consolidation, systems integration, store conversions, transaction costs, store closures, and administration integration. Specific employee counts for these actions are not disclosed.
2000-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail StoresUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		1999 costs of $8 million were accrued to close seven stores identified as duplicate facilities and to sell three stores pursuant to a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. Total store closure charges including non-cash write-downs were $12 million.
2000-01-29restructuringcompletedUnited StatesDistributionUSD 35 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Distribution consolidation costs including $20M Tolleson warehouse expenses and $5M severance accrued for Phoenix distribution employees.
2000-01-29restructuringcompletedUnited StatesAdministrationUSD 93 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Administration integration costs including $19M severance/travel/consulting, $27M asset write-downs, and $47M accrued expenses (charitable contribution, restricted stock, executive severance).
2000-01-29plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesRetail StoresUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Store closures: $8M accrued to close seven duplicate facilities and sell three FTC-mandated stores; $4M asset write-down.
2000-01-29restructuringcompletedUnited StatesLogisticsUSD 85 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		One-time expenses associated with logistics projects, including ending a joint venture warehouse in Michigan and transition costs for new warehouses. Includes employee severance costs.
1999-11-06reduction_in_forcein_progress97Acquired companies (facility closures and divestitures)USD 143 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		46 employees already terminated and 51 to be terminated in the future; severance paid over up to three years following termination. Total accrual of $143M includes $125M facility closure costs and $18M employee severance.
1999-11-06reduction_in_forcein_progressPhoenix, ArizonaDistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Severance costs accrued year-to-date 1999 for distribution employees in Phoenix as part of distribution consolidation.
1999-11-06reduction_in_forcein_progressAdministrationUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Year-to-date 1999 severance accrual for administrative employees; merger reserve shows $12M severance balance at November 6, 1999.
1999-11-06plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31Retail storesUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Year-to-date 1999 costs accrued to close seven duplicate-facility stores and sell three stores under an FTC settlement; remaining seven duplicate stores expected to close by end of 1999.
1999-11-06plant_closurecompletedTexasRetail stores and Dallas officeUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Second quarter 1998 one-time expense for accounting, data and operations consolidations in Texas, including closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees to a smaller facility; $7M accrual at November 6, 1999 for lease termination costs payable through 2013.
1999-11-06restructuringin_progressMichiganLogistics / warehousingUSD 41 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Second quarter 1998 one-time expense including ending a warehouse joint venture serving Michigan stores, carrying costs of idled facilities payable through 2001, and employee severance; $16M of the charge was non-cash asset writedowns.
1999-11-06acquisition_additioncompleted1999-05-27Western United StatesRetailbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Kroger issued 312 million shares to acquire all outstanding common stock of Fred Meyer, Inc., accounted for as a pooling of interests; no headcount figure disclosed.
1999-11-06restructuringin_progress97United StatesNot specifiedUSD 18 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		46 employees terminated; 51 employees scheduled for future termination. Severance paid over period not to exceed three years following termination date. $18M represents remaining severance accrual balance at 1999-11-06 (no new accrual in 1999; $7M paid YTD).
1999-11-06plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31United StatesRetail storesUSD 5 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Seven duplicate stores expected to close by end of 1999; $5M accrued YTD 1999 for closure of seven duplicate stores and sale of three FTC stores. Prior closures: 10 duplicate facilities closed, 15 stores divested. No employee count disclosed for closures.
1999-11-06restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministration, Systems, DistributionUSD 17 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Severance for administrative, systems, and distribution employees under merger integration plan. All employees terminated or notified of termination. $17M expense YTD 1999; $10M paid; $12M balance at 1999-11-06. No employee count disclosed.
1999-11-06acquisition_additioncompleted1999-05-271999-05-27United States (Western region)Retail food storesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fred Meyer, Inc. merged with Kroger on 1999-05-27 via issuance of 312 million shares; accounted for as pooling of interests. No employee headcount added disclosed.
1999-11-06restructuringin_progress46DistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Severance costs accrued year-to-date 1999 for distribution employees in Phoenix.
1999-11-06restructuringin_progress51AdministrationUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Accrued severance costs for administrative employees; payments over period not to exceed three years.
1999-11-06plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31Retail StoresUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Costs accrued to close seven duplicate stores and sell three FTC stores; employee count not specified.
1999-11-06restructuringin_progressTexasAdministrationUSD 7 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Remaining accrual for rent/lease termination costs for eight closed stores and relocated Dallas office employees.
1999-08-14acquisition_additioncompleted1999-05-271999-05-27United States (Western region primarily)Retail food and drug storesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Kroger issued 312 million shares to acquire all outstanding common stock of Fred Meyer, Inc.; accounted for as a pooling of interests. Headcount added not quantified.
1999-08-14restructuringin_progress971998-03-10United StatesAcquired facilities (Ralphs/Food 4 Less related)USD 22 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		31 employees terminated and 66 to be terminated in the future under purchase-acquisition severance agreements; severance paid over up to three years following termination. Accrued employee severance balance of $22 million at 1999-08-14.
1999-08-14restructuringin_progress1999-05-27United StatesAdministration, systems and distributionUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Merger integration severance for administrative, systems and distribution employees; $12 million of administrative severance accrued in Q2 1999. Accrued severance balance of $14 million at 1999-08-14; all affected employees terminated or notified.
1999-08-14restructuringin_progress1999-08-14Phoenix, Arizona, United StatesDistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Severance accrued in Q2 1999 for distribution employees in Phoenix as part of distribution consolidation.
1999-08-14plant_closurein_progress1999-08-141999-12-31United StatesRetail storesUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Costs accrued in Q2 1999 to close five duplicate stores and sell five stores pursuant to an FTC settlement; headcount affected not quantified.
1999-08-14plant_closureannounced1999-08-141999-12-31United StatesRetail storesrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Nine remaining duplicate stores expected to close by end of 1999; eight duplicate facilities already closed and five divestitures completed. Headcount affected not quantified.
1999-08-14restructuringin_progress97United Statesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Severance from Ralphs/Food 4 Less purchase acquisition; 31 employees terminated and 66 to be terminated in future; severance paid over a period not to exceed three years following termination date; severance accrual balance was $22M at 1999-08-14
1999-08-14plant_closurein_progressUnited StatesUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Q2 1999 accrual to close 5 duplicate stores and sell 5 stores per FTC settlement as part of Fred Meyer merger integration; no employee count disclosed
1999-08-14restructuringin_progressUnited StatesAdministrationUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Administration integration severance accrued in Q2 1999 for Fred Meyer merger; no employee count disclosed
1999-08-14restructuringin_progressUnited StatesDistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Severance accrued in Q2 1999 for distribution employees in Phoenix as part of Fred Meyer merger integration; no employee count disclosed
1999-08-14plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31United Statesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		9 remaining duplicate stores from Ralphs/Food 4 Less acquisition expected to close by end of 1999; 8 of 17 duplicate facilities already closed; no employee count disclosed
1999-08-14restructuringin_progress31DistributionUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Severance for distribution employees in Phoenix accrued in Q2 1999.
1999-08-14restructuringin_progress66AdministrationUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Administrative employees to be terminated; severance accrued in Q2 1999.
1999-08-14plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31Retail StoresUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of nine duplicate stores expected by end of 1999; costs accrued in Q2 1999.
1999-05-22acquisition_additioncompleted1998-10-181999-05-27United States (Western region)Retailbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Kroger issued 312 million shares to acquire Fred Meyer, Inc. via pooling of interests; merger completed May 27, 1999, after quarter end. No headcount figures disclosed.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress1999-12-31Southern California; SeattleAdministration integrationUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Severance relates to 183 Hughes administrative employees in Southern California (all terminated) and 75 QFC administrative employees in Seattle (terminations notified between 1999-02-15 and 1999-12-31); severance paid over period following termination. Q1 1999 administration integration severance expense was $12 million within fiscal 1998 total.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progressUnited StatesPurchase acquisition integration (Ralphs/Food 4 Less)USD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Employee severance accrual of $23 million at 1999-05-22 relates to 24 employees already terminated and 73 employees to be terminated in the future; severance paid over up to three years following termination date.
1999-05-22plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31CaliforniaRetail storesUSD 128 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Acquired idle facilities include 63 closed stores, four closed warehouses and one vacant parcel (all leased); 13 divestiture stores completed, 7 of 17 duplicate facilities closed, remaining 10 duplicate stores expected to close by end of 1999. Facility closure accrual of $128 million covers future lease payments net of sublease income and closure costs.
1999-05-22restructuringcompleted2001-12-31MichiganLogistics / distributionUSD 11 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q2 1998 one-time expense of $41 million included $11 million employee severance and $9 million facility carrying costs for idled warehouses; severance fully paid by 1999-05-22, carrying costs to be paid through 2001.
1999-05-22plant_closurein_progress2013-12-31Texas (Dallas)Retail stores / accounting, data and operationsUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q2 1998 one-time expense of $12 million covered closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees; $8 million accrual at 1999-05-22 represents estimated rent or lease termination costs payable through 2013.
1999-05-22acquisition_additioncompleted1999-05-271999-05-27United States (primarily Western region)Retail food and multi-department storesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger with Fred Meyer, Inc. completed May 27, 1999 (after quarter end). Accounted for as pooling of interests. No employee headcount for Fred Meyer disclosed in filing.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress1998-03-10United StatesAcquired facilities (Ralphs/Food 4 Less)USD 23 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		24 employees terminated to date; 73 additional employees expected to be terminated in the future. Severance paid over period not to exceed three years following termination. Related to Fred Meyer's purchase acquisition of Ralphs/Food 4 Less.
1999-05-22restructuringcompleted183Southern CaliforniaAdministration (Hughes)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		All Hughes administrative employees have been terminated as part of Fred Meyer's integration of Hughes into the combined company.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress751999-12-31SeattleAdministration (QFC)other
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		QFC administrative employees notified of terminations with dates ranging from February 15, 1999 to December 31, 1999 as part of Fred Meyer's integration.
1999-05-22plant_closurein_progress1999-12-31United States (California for AG stores)Retail storesother
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Four duplicate facilities closed and three stores to be sold per California AG settlement. All closed or sold except one AG store expected to be sold in 1999. No employee counts disclosed for store closures.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress1998-04-012001-12-31MichiganLogistics/WarehouseUSD 41 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Q2 1998 logistics project expense including ending joint venture and warehouse transition. Carrying costs paid through 2001.
1999-05-22plant_closurein_progress1998-04-012013-12-31TexasCorporate/AdministrativeUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Q2 1998 consolidation of accounting, data, and operations. Closed 8 stores and relocated Dallas office employees. Lease termination costs paid through 2013.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress1831998-01-01Southern CaliforniaAdministrative (Hughes)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Severance for 183 Hughes administrative employees. All terminated.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress751998-01-011999-12-31SeattleAdministrative (QFC)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Severance for 75 QFC administrative employees. Terminations notified Feb 15, 1999 to Dec 31, 1999.
1999-05-22plant_closurecompleted1998-01-01Southern CaliforniaRetail Storesrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of 4 duplicate facilities and sale of 3 stores pursuant to CA Attorney General settlement. Costs paid in Q1 1998.
1999-05-22restructuringin_progress1998-01-01VariousFacility ClosureUSD 151 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Accrued purchase liabilities for facility closure costs and employee severance related to acquisitions. Balance at May 22, 1999 was $151 million.
1999-01-02restructuringin_progress1998-06-011999-06-30United States (Michigan and other regions)Logistics / DistributionUSD 41 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pre-tax $40.8M charge including $11.0M employee severance; ended a warehouse joint venture, transitioned to new warehouses; severance paid through Q2 1999, idled facility carrying costs through 2001
1999-01-02restructuringin_progress1998-06-012013-12-31TexasCorporate / Retail OperationsUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Closed eight stores and relocated Dallas office employees to smaller facility; pre-tax $11.6M charge; lease termination costs payable through 2013
1999-01-02plant_closurecompleted1999-01-02United StatesFood StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		18 food stores closed operationally during fiscal 1998; employee counts not disclosed
1999-01-02plant_closurecompleted1999-01-02United StatesConvenience StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		16 convenience stores closed operationally during fiscal 1998; employee counts not disclosed
1999-01-02acquisition_additionannounced1998-10-191999-06-30United StatesRetail Food StoresItem_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		All-stock merger (1:1 exchange ratio), pooling of interests; expected to close spring 1999; headcount addition not disclosed
1999-01-02restructuringcompleted1998-06-272001-12-31United StatesLogistics / WarehousingUSD 25 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Second quarter 1998 one-time expense of $25.3 million after-tax associated with logistics projects, including ending a joint venture and transitioning warehouses. Includes employee severance costs. Specific headcount not disclosed.
1999-01-02plant_closurecompleted1998-06-272013-12-31TexasCorporate / OperationsUSD 7 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Second quarter 1998 one-time expense of $7.2 million after-tax associated with accounting, data and operations consolidations in Texas. Included closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees. Specific headcount not disclosed.
1999-01-02restructuringin_progress1998-04-011999-06-30MichiganLogistics/WarehousingUSD 11,000 (thousands)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Employee severance costs associated with ending a joint venture warehouse operation and transitioning to new warehouses. Paid through second quarter 1999.
1999-01-02plant_closurecompleted1998-04-012013-12-31TexasCorporate/OperationsUSD 8,500 (thousands)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees. Accrual represents estimated rent or lease termination costs.
1998-10-03restructuringin_progress1998-06-302001-12-31Michigan and other locationsLogistics / warehousing and distributionUSD 41 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q2 1998 one-time expenses for exiting a Michigan wholesale joint venture and transitioning to new warehouse facilities; includes $15.5M non-cash asset writedowns, employee severance costs, and carrying costs for idled warehouses. Severance to be paid through Q2 1999; idle-facility carrying costs through 2001. Cash paid to date $12.1M; remaining accrual $13.2M at 1998-10-03. After-tax $25.3M or $0.09 per diluted share.
1998-10-03plant_closurein_progress1998-06-30Texas (Dallas area)Food Stores — accounting, data and operations consolidationsUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Q2 1998 one-time expenses for closing eight stores and relocating remaining Dallas office employees to a smaller facility; includes $2.2M non-cash asset writedowns. Cash paid to date $0.6M; remaining accrual of $8.8M represents estimated rent or lease termination costs on closed stores. After-tax $7.2M or $0.03 per diluted share.
1998-10-03restructuringin_progress1998-06-011999-06-30United States (Michigan)Supply chain / logisticsUSD 41 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Logistics initiative: exiting a Michigan wholesale JV, transitioning to third-party and new Company warehouses; includes severance and idle-facility carrying costs. $15.5M non-cash write-downs; $13.2M accrual remaining at quarter-end. No employee count disclosed.
1998-10-03plant_closurein_progress1998-06-01United States (Texas)Retail stores and corporate office (Dallas)USD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Texas consolidation: closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees to a smaller facility. Includes $2.2M non-cash write-downs; $8.8M accrual for rent/lease termination on closed stores. No employee count disclosed.
1998-10-03acquisition_additionannounced1998-10-191999-03-31United StatesAllsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger with Fred Meyer, Inc. announced 1998-10-19; all-stock, one Kroger share per Fred Meyer share; to be accounted for as pooling of interests. No headcount impact disclosed.
1998-10-03restructuringin_progress1998-04-011999-06-30MichiganLogistics / WarehousingUSD 41 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Logistics initiatives including exiting a joint venture wholesale distributor and transitioning to new warehouse facilities. Includes severance and carrying costs for idled facilities.
1998-10-03restructuringin_progress1998-04-011999-06-30TexasCorporate / AdministrativeUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Accounting, data, and operations consolidations. Includes closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees to a smaller facility.
1998-10-03acquisition_additionannounced1998-10-191999-03-31United StatesRetailsubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Announced intended merger with Fred Meyer, Inc. Expected to close in early 1999.
1998-06-13restructuringin_progressMichiganLogistics / warehousingUSD 41 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Pre-tax one-time logistics expenses of $40.8M ($25.3M after-tax, $0.09 per diluted share) include restructuring a wholesale-distribution joint venture into a third-party-operated warehouse, transition costs for two new warehouse facilities, carrying costs of idled facilities, and employee severance costs. Employee counts not disclosed. Recorded in merchandise costs.
1998-06-13plant_closurein_progressTexas (Dallas)Store operations / accounting and administrationUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		One-time expenses of $11.6M pre-tax ($7.2M after-tax, $0.03 per diluted share) for accounting and operations consolidations in Texas, including closing eight stores and relocating remaining Dallas office employees to a smaller facility. Employee counts not disclosed. Recorded in operating, general and administrative expenses.
1998-06-13restructuringin_progressUnited States (Michigan and other distribution operations)Supply chain / logistics and warehousingUSD 41 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pre-tax logistics initiative costs: restructuring the Michigan wholesale joint venture into a third-party facility, transition costs for two new warehouses, idled facility carrying costs, and employee severance. No employee count disclosed.
1998-06-13plant_closurein_progressTexas (Dallas)Retail stores and corporate administrationUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Accounting and operations consolidation in Texas: closure of eight stores and relocation of remaining Dallas office employees to a smaller facility. No employee count disclosed.
1998-06-13restructuringcompletedMichiganLogistics / WarehousingUSD 41 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Logistics initiatives including restructuring of joint venture wholesale distributor and transition to new warehouse facilities; includes employee severance costs.
1998-06-13plant_closurecompletedTexasRetail / CorporateUSD 12 (millions)MD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Accounting and operations consolidations including closing eight stores and relocating Dallas office employees.
1997-12-27plant_closurecompleted1997-12-27United StatesFood StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		41 food stores closed or sold during fiscal 1997; no employee impact quantified in filing
1997-12-27plant_closurecompleted1997-12-27United StatesConvenience StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		30 convenience stores closed or sold during fiscal 1997; no employee impact quantified in filing
1997-06-14othercompletedColoradoKing Soopers divisionMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		44-day strike in the Company's King Soopers division in the second quarter of 1996 adversely impacted sales; referenced for context in 1997 comparisons.
1996-12-28othercompletedUnited States — ColoradoKing Soopers and City Markets divisionsMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Strike/work stoppage during fiscal 1996; no employee count or duration disclosed. Filer notes identical store sales excluding the strike were up 1.0% for the full year.
1996-12-28plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		49 food stores closed or sold during fiscal 1996; no associated headcount disclosed
1996-12-28plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesConvenience StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		19 convenience stores closed or sold during fiscal 1996; no associated headcount disclosed
1996-12-28othercompletedUnited StatesKing Soopers and City Markets divisions (food stores)MD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Work stoppages (union strikes) occurred at the King Soopers and City Markets divisions during fiscal 1996; no employee counts, dates, or strike-specific charges disclosed. Management notes identical store sales would have been 1.0% excluding the strike.
1996-12-28plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood stores and convenience storesMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		During fiscal 1996 the Company closed or sold 49 food stores and 19 convenience stores; associated workforce reductions are not quantified. Offsetting expansion: 116 food stores and 31 convenience stores opened, acquired or expanded, plus 53 food store and 9 convenience store remodels.
1996-10-05othercompletedColorado (King Soopers and City Markets divisions)Food StoresMD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		Strikes in the King Soopers and City Markets divisions negatively affected 1996 net earnings and EBITD; no employee counts or charge amounts disclosed.
1996-10-05otherin_progressUnited States (Colorado)Food Stores — King Soopers and City Markets divisionsMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Labor strikes at King Soopers and City Markets divisions negatively affected net earnings and EBITD during the quarter and year-to-date periods. No employee counts or dates disclosed.
1996-10-05otherin_progressKing Soopers and City Markets divisionsMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Strikes in King Soopers and City Markets divisions negatively affected net earnings and identical store sales.
1996-06-15othercompletedColorado (Denver area)King Soopers division (Food Stores)MD&A
f5-10q / GLM-5.3-flash-fp4-HTML		44-day strike at the King Soopers division negatively affected second quarter sales and profit; settled in late June 1996 with ratification of a three-year contract. Residual negative effect expected in Q3 as operations return to normal; company launched marketing effort to restore pre-strike sales levels. No employee counts disclosed.
1996-06-15othercompleted1996-06-30Colorado, United StatesKing Soopers divisionMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		44-day labor strike in King Soopers division; settled late June 1996 with ratification of a three-year contract. No employee count disclosed.
1996-06-15othercompleted1996-06ColoradoKing Soopers divisionMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		44-day strike in King Soopers division settled in late June with ratification of a three-year contract.
1995-12-30divestiture_reductioncompletedUnited StatesConvenience StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Completed January 1995; employee headcount impact not disclosed
1995-12-30plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesFood StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Employee headcount impact not disclosed
1995-12-30plant_closurecompletedUnited StatesConvenience StoresMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Employee headcount impact not disclosed
1995-10-07divestiture_reductioncompletedUnited StatesConvenience StoresMD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of Time Saver Stores, Inc. (116 convenience stores) occurred in January 1995; exact announcement/closing dates and affected-employee counts are not disclosed in this filing.