> Once companies raise prices, they don’t tend to lower them even if input costs go down.

Pump prices for gas go up and down on a daily basis.

> Since the pandemic began, Kroger has paid billions in dividends to its shareholders.

Kroger stock is up 23.5% over the last 5 years. For comparison, the S&P 500 has gone up 51% over the last 5 years.

The article is a little short on a compelling argument.