Kroger is set to appoint Greg Foran as its new CEO, concluding a months-long search to find leadership capable of navigating an increasingly competitive market. The appointment comes after the previous CEO’s resignation due to ethical issues and a failed $20 billion acquisition of Albertsons, leaving the company under significant strain from food price pressures and discount grocers. Despite challenges, Kroger reported $147 billion in revenue for fiscal 2024, demonstrating its resilience in gaining market share.
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Kroger Appoints New CEO Amid Competitive Challenges
Kroger is set to appoint Greg Foran as its new CEO, concluding a months-long search to find leadership capable of navigating an increasingly competitive market. The appointment comes after the previous CEO’s resignation due to ethical issues and a failed $20 billion acquisition of Albertsons, leaving the company under significant strain from food price pressures and discount grocers. Despite challenges, Kroger reported $147 billion in revenue for fiscal 2024, demonstrating its resilience in gaining market share.