Kroger Names Former Walmart Executive Greg Foran as New CEO

Kroger has appointed Greg Foran, former Walmart US CEO and ex-Air New Zealand chief, as its new CEO, concluding a year-long search after Rodney McMullen's departure in 2025. Foran brings extensive retail and operational turnaround experience amid Kroger's efforts to manage weak consumer spending, increased competition, and recent cost-cutting measures. His leadership follows interim CEO Ron Sargent's restructuring, aiming to stabilize margins and enhance value for shoppers.