Kroger laying off 3,000 corporate employees over 3 years amid increased AI use

The Hill - Oct 13, 2026

Grocery store chain Kroger said it will lay off 3,000 corporate employees over the next three years as it ramps up its use of artificial intelligence to streamline operations.

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