# Kroger's E-Commerce Finally Turns a Profit | Fast Five Shorts

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Podcast: [Omni Talk Retail](https://stenobird.com/podcast/omni-talk-retail-682688)
Published: 2026-06-26T03:45:28+00:00
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## Resource

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment tackles Kroger's Q1 fiscal 2026 earnings, where the grocery giant posted $46.1 billion in total sales and announced that its e-commerce business turned a profit for the very first time, ahead of schedule. Chris Walton and Jenn Hahn give credit where it's due, but push back hard on the feel-good narrative. With identical sales missing expectations, e-commerce growth lagging the broader market surge discussed in the previous headline, and CEO Ron Ferens admitting that only two out of five stores are in very good condition, the duo asks whether Kroger's digital milestone is a genuine turning point or a shiny distraction from deeper operational challenges. They also weigh in on what a real turnaround looks like, how much runway a new CEO deserves, and why the store experience still has to be at the center of any recovery story. ⏩ Tune in for the full episode here: https://youtu.be/k2JviUlR0-Q

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