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Kroger Names Ex-Walmart Executive as Its Next CEO

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM

#CEO Change #Greg Foran #Kroger #Retail

Kroger is set to hire Greg Foran, a former Walmart executive, as its new CEO following the ousting of Rodney McMullen due to personal conduct issues.

The announcement is expected soon.

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