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Kroger investors can look forward to robust capital returns in 2025, which will include dividends, distribution increases, buybacks, and debt reduction.

Kroger, Mondelez, and Shoe Carnival announced major buyback plans that will help support their price action in 2025, and investors should take notice.

U.S. stocks could open on a weak note on Thursday after the averages closed at a record high on Wednesday. Futures of all three major indices were marginally down on Thursday, pointing to cautious sentiment on Wall Street.

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are down -0.05%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are down -0.13% this morning, taking a breather after yesterday’s rally, while investors turned their attention to U.S. jobless claims numbers due later today and key non-farm payrolls data scheduled for Friday.

Kroger makes an unexpected move this year to capture holiday sales.

Although Kroger has slightly lagged behind the S&P 500 Index over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain moderately bullish on the stock’s prospects.

Low P/E S&P stocks stand out as undervalued picks in a volatile market, offering income and potential growth. Amid this backdrop, investors looking for low P/E stocks might consider Merck & Co. (MRK), Verizon Communications (VZ), and The Kroger Co. (KR), as they are well-positioned to deliver steady returns. Read…

Kroger is expected to release its third-quarter results in December, and analysts expect a single-digit earnings growth.

Consumer staples offer stability during economic downturns as demand for essential goods remains steady, regardless of economic conditions. These stocks are less volatile, making them a defensive investment. Therefore, investors could consider investing in fundamentally solid consumer staples stocks Target (TGT), Kroger (KR), and Tyson Foods (TSN), which are trading…