Kroger's sales forecast cut signals broader consumer financial stress and economic contraction

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Kroger has lowered its sales forecast due to consumers pulling back on grocery purchases, which is a critical indicator of financial stress because groceries are not luxury items. This directly contradicts the mainstream claim of a resilient economy, as Americans face rising food and energy costs and stagnant incomes, suggesting an economic contraction is inevitable.