Kroger Co vs Star Bulk Carriers Corp — how do they compare? Kroger Co trades at $57.78 (market cap $35.75B), while Star Bulk Carriers Corp trades at $26.32 (market cap $2.91B). The key difference: Kroger Co is far larger — about 12.3× Star Bulk Carriers Corp's market cap, and Star Bulk Carriers Corp pays the higher dividend (3.95%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| KR | SBLK | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $35.75B | $2.91B |
Sector | Consumer Staples | Industrials |
52-Week High | $75.60 | $28.21 |
52-Week Low | $55.53 | $16.79 |
Enterprise Value | $55.85B | $3.61B |
Dividend Yield | 2.47% | 3.95% |
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Latest headlines on both assets
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.
Read more on KR →Star Bulk Carriers Corp. is a global shipping company specializing in the seaborne transportation of dry bulk commodities. The company owns and operates a large fleet of bulk carriers, primarily transporting major commodities such as iron ore, coal, and grain. SBLK focuses on the Capesize, Post Panamax, and Kamsarmax vessel segments, providing critical logistical services to commodity producers and consumers worldwide.
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