kroger has projected annual sales above expectations due to steady grocery demand after the ouster of its long-time CEO, amid competition and a failed merger with albertsons.

kroger forecasts annual same-store sales above estimates due to steady grocery demand.

kroger faced challenges after courts blocked its $25 billion deal to buy albertsons, which later sued kroger.

The abrupt ouster of long-time chief rodney mcmullen caused uncertainty at kroger.

kroger competes with walmart, among other retailers.

kroger faces competition from target as well as other retailers.