Kroger Files Definitive Proxy Statement for Annual Meeting

TL;DR

Kroger's proxy statement is out for the June 27th meeting - vote on directors & auditors.

AI Summary

The Kroger Co. filed its definitive proxy statement (DEF 14A) on May 15, 2024, for its annual meeting on June 27, 2024. The filing outlines the company's governance, executive compensation, and proposals to be voted on by shareholders. Key items likely include the election of directors and ratification of the independent registered public accounting firm.

Why It Matters

This filing provides shareholders with crucial information to make informed voting decisions on company leadership and important corporate matters.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — This is a standard annual proxy filing, not indicating any immediate financial or operational risks.

Key Numbers

• 51 — Public Documents (Indicates the volume of supporting documents included with the filing.)

Key Players & Entities

• KROGER CO (company) — Registrant
• 0000056873 (company) — Central Index Key
• May 15, 2024 (date) — Filing Date
• June 27, 2024 (date) — Meeting Date

FAQ

From the Filing

0001104659-24-061665.txt : 20240515 0001104659-24-061665.hdr.sgml : 20240515 20240515090410 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001104659-24-061665 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: DEF 14A PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 51 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20240627 FILED AS OF DATE: 20240515 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20240515 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: KROGER CO CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000056873 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: RETAIL-GROCERY STORES [5411] ORGANIZATION NAME: 07 Trade & Services IRS NUMBER: 310345740 STATE OF INCORPORATION: OH FISCAL YEAR END: 0203 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: DEF 14A SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-00303 FILM NUMBER: 24947506 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 1014 VINE ST CITY: CINCINNATI STATE: OH ZIP: 45201 BUSINESS PHONE: 5137624000 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 1014 VINE ST CITY: CINCINNATI STATE: OH ZIP: 45201 DEF 14A 1 tm2414296d2_def14a.htm DEF 14A     UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington D.C. 20549       SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934       Filed by the Registrant 🗹     Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐   Check the appropriate box:   ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement   ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))   🗹 Definitive Proxy Statement   ☐ Definitive Additional Materials   ☐ Soliciting Material Under Rule 14a-12   THE KROGER CO . (Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)       (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)   Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box):   🗹 No fee required.   ☐ Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(4) and 0-11.             Dear Fellow Shareholders,   I am incredibly inspired by what Kroger and our associates accomplished in 2023. During a time of ongoing economic uncertainty, our associates delivered more value and more access to fresh food for millions of people across America. When our customers needed us most, we are there with the affordable meals their families want and love.   After four decades in the retail industry, I can confidently say few things remain constant. My colleagues often hear me remark that a few of those things are people’s need to eat, our commitment to serving our customers and retail’s ever-evolving nature.   I have taken a lot of time to reflect this past year. And on the heels of a global pandemic and the challenged operating environment that followed, it’s increasingly clear I need to add Kroger’s character as a company to that list of constants.   Kroger’s fundamental business model – to lower prices and make more fresh food accessible to more families – has not changed. Our commitment to creating a best-in-class working environment for our associates and investing in their long-term success has not changed. Our deep ties with local communities that inspire us to think differently about how to feed every family in need has not changed.   For more than 140 years, Kroger has been there for our customers, our associates and our communities – and when each of these stakeholders is served well, our shareholders also benefit. We continue to demonstrate that we have the right operating model, the curiosity to adapt to a changing environment and the fortitude to solve difficult problems.   Kroger’s foundation is stable and strong, and we are well-positioned to continue growing, bringing value to customers, creating exciting career opportunities for associates, providing much-needed food for our communities and rewarding our shareholders for many years to come.   Being a leader in the