H2O America vs Kroger Co — how do they compare? H2O America trades at $63.97 (market cap $2.70B), while Kroger Co trades at $57.14 (market cap $35.75B). The key difference: Kroger Co is far larger — about 13.2× H2O America's market cap, and H2O America pays the higher dividend (2.73%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| HTO | KR | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $2.70B | $35.75B |
Sector | Technology | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $65.43 | $75.60 |
52-Week Low | $44.44 | $55.53 |
Enterprise Value | $4.42B | $55.85B |
Dividend Yield | 2.73% | 2.47% |
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Kroger (KR) trades at $58.39, down 0.73% on the day, with a bearish technical signal and mixed earnings history. The company maintains stable revenue near $147 billion (2025) and recently announced a $1.65 billion acquisition of Giant Eagle (Reuters, July 1, 2026). Cash flow from operations remains strong at $5.79 billion, though net income margin is thin at 0.71%.
Outlook: KR offers value with low P/S (0.25) and dividend yield, but faces margin pressure and integration risks from acquisitions. Analyst consensus is bullish with a $68.63 price target, though technical weakness and competitive threats warrant caution for near-term volatility.
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H2O America is a utility company that provides essential water and wastewater services, primarily in the United States. The company operates a network of regulated water and wastewater systems, focusing on responsible resource management and high-quality service delivery. HTO aims to expand its operational footprint through acquisitions and internal growth, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Read more on HTO →Kroger is the leading American grocer, with 2,726 supermarkets operating under several banners throughout the country as of the end of fiscal 2021. Around 83% of stores have pharmacies, while nearly 60% also sell fuel. The company also operates roughly 120 fine jewelry stores. Kroger features a leading private-label offering and manufactures around 30% of its own-brand units (and more than 40% of its grocery own-label assortment) itself, in 33 food production plants nationwide. Kroger is a top-two grocer in most of its major markets (as of early 2021, according to company data). Virtually all of Kroger's sales come from the United States.
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