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Coca-Cola (KO)


Market Price (5/29/2026): $80.44 | Market Cap: $346.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Staples | Industry: Soft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages

Coca-Cola (KO)


Market Price (5/29/2026): $80.44
Market Cap: $346.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Staples
Industry: Soft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.1%, Dividend Yield is 3.2%

Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 32%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 30%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 25%, CFO LTM is 15 Bil, FCF LTM is 13 Bil

Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 4.5 Bil

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 16%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include E-commerce & Digital Retail, Health & Wellness Trends, Experience Economy & Premiumization, Sustainable Consumption, Show more.

Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -1.8%, Dist 3Y High is -1.8%

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -7.3%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -37%

Expensive valuation multiples
P/SPrice/Sales ratio is 7.0x, P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 24x

Key risks
KO key risks include [1] structural pressure on its core sugary beverage sales from global health trends and government regulation, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.1%, Dividend Yield is 3.2%
1 Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 32%
2 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 30%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 25%, CFO LTM is 15 Bil, FCF LTM is 13 Bil
3 Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 4.5 Bil
4 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 16%
5 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include E-commerce & Digital Retail, Health & Wellness Trends, Experience Economy & Premiumization, Sustainable Consumption, Show more.
6 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -1.8%, Dist 3Y High is -1.8%
7 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -7.3%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -37%
8 Expensive valuation multiples
P/SPrice/Sales ratio is 7.0x, P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 24x
9 Key risks
KO key risks include [1] structural pressure on its core sugary beverage sales from global health trends and government regulation, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 5/1/2026
Coca-Cola (KO) stock has gained about 10% since 1/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong First Quarter 2026 Financial Performance and Upbeat Outlook.

Coca-Cola reported robust first-quarter 2026 results on April 28, 2026, significantly exceeding Wall Street's expectations, which acted as a major catalyst for the stock's appreciation. The company's comparable earnings per share (EPS) grew 18% to $0.86, outperforming the consensus estimate of $0.81 by over 6%. Net revenues increased by 12% to $12.5 billion, while organic revenues (non-GAAP) rose by 10%, surpassing the anticipated $12.27 billion. Furthermore, Coca-Cola raised its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS growth guidance to a range of 8% to 9%, reflecting management's confidence in continued strong performance. Following this announcement, Coca-Cola's stock saw an immediate surge of 3.99% in premarket trading, indicating a 5.18% increase to $78.45.

2. Robust Organic Revenue Growth Driven by Volume and Pricing.

The company demonstrated strong operational momentum, contributing to its gains. Global unit case volume expanded by 3%, with notable growth in key markets such as China, the United States, and India. This volume increase, coupled with a 2% growth in price/mix, resulted in a 10% increase in organic revenues. Coca-Cola also successfully gained value share in the total non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (NARTD) beverage category, showcasing its ability to maintain and grow market presence through effective pricing strategies and sustained consumer demand.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 8.2% change in KO stock from 1/31/2026 to 5/28/2026 was primarily driven by a 3.4% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).
(LTM values as of)13120265282026Change
Stock Price ($)74.3080.418.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)47,66349,2843.4%
Net Income Margin (%)27.3%27.8%1.7%
P/E Multiple24.525.22.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,3034,3020.0%
Cumulative Contribution8.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

1/31/2026 to 5/28/2026
ReturnCorrelation
KO8.2% 
Market (SPY)9.3%1.5%
Sector (XLP)1.7%72.6%

Fundamental Drivers

The 18.3% change in KO stock from 10/31/2025 to 5/28/2026 was primarily driven by a 12.5% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)103120255282026Change
Stock Price ($)67.9580.4118.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)47,66349,2843.4%
Net Income Margin (%)27.3%27.8%1.7%
P/E Multiple22.425.212.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,3034,3020.0%
Cumulative Contribution18.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2025 to 5/28/2026
ReturnCorrelation
KO18.3% 
Market (SPY)11.3%-5.2%
Sector (XLP)12.2%70.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The 14.0% change in KO stock from 4/30/2025 to 5/28/2026 was primarily driven by a 23.1% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)43020255282026Change
Stock Price ($)70.5180.4114.0%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)47,06149,2844.7%
Net Income Margin (%)22.6%27.8%23.1%
P/E Multiple28.625.2-11.6%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,3064,3020.1%
Cumulative Contribution14.0%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2025 to 5/28/2026
ReturnCorrelation
KO14.0% 
Market (SPY)37.6%-8.5%
Sector (XLP)6.0%66.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 37.1% change in KO stock from 4/30/2023 to 5/28/2026 was primarily driven by a 22.5% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)43020235282026Change
Stock Price ($)58.6680.4137.1%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)43,49349,28413.3%
Net Income Margin (%)22.7%27.8%22.5%
P/E Multiple25.725.2-1.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,3264,3020.6%
Cumulative Contribution37.1%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2023 to 5/28/2026
ReturnCorrelation
KO37.1% 
Market (SPY)88.5%8.5%
Sector (XLP)18.3%72.2%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
KO Return11%11%-4%9%16%18%74%
Peers Return13%0%2%-6%1%14%25%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%10%100%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
KO Win Rate58%58%58%67%58%80% 
Peers Win Rate52%47%52%45%50%68% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%60% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
KO Max Drawdown-12%-17%-17%-15%-10%-8% 
Peers Max Drawdown-22%-25%-20%-21%-25%-15% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: PEP, KDP, MNST, SBUX, FIZZ. See KO Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 5/28/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventKOS&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-15.2%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven17.9%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven174 days24 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-36.6%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven57.7%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven487 days140 days
2013 Taper Tantrum
  % Loss-11.0%-0.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven12.3%0.2%
  Time to Breakeven200 days1 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-38.2%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven61.8%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven553 days1085 days

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In The Past

Coca-Cola's stock fell -1.7% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 1.7% gain to breakeven.

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EventKOS&P 500
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-36.6%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven57.7%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven487 days140 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-38.2%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven61.8%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven553 days1085 days

Compare to PEP, KDP, MNST, SBUX, FIZZ

In The Past

Coca-Cola's stock fell -1.7% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 1.7% gain to breakeven.

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About Coca-Cola (KO)

The Coca-Cola Company, a beverage company, manufactures, markets, and sells various nonalcoholic beverages worldwide. The company provides sparkling soft drinks; flavored and enhanced water, and sports drinks; juice, dairy, and plant–based beverages; tea and coffee; and energy drinks. It also offers beverage concentrates and syrups, as well as fountain syrups to fountain retailers, such as restaurants and convenience stores. The company sells its products under the Coca-Cola, Diet Coke/Coca-Cola Light, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Fanta, Fresca, Schweppes, Sprite, Thums Up, Aquarius, Ciel, dogadan, Dasani, glacéau smartwater, glacéau vitaminwater, Ice Dew, I LOHAS, Powerade, Topo Chico, AdeS, Del Valle, fairlife, innocent, Minute Maid, Minute Maid Pulpy, Simply, Ayataka, BODYARMOR, Costa, FUZE TEA, Georgia, and Gold Peak brands. It operates through a network of independent bottling partners, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers, as well as through bottling and distribution operators. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies to describe Coca-Cola (KO):

  • The Procter & Gamble of drinks.
  • The McDonald's of beverages.

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  • Sparkling Soft Drinks: A diverse portfolio of carbonated beverages, including colas, lemon-lime, and fruit-flavored sodas.
  • Waters & Sports Drinks: A variety of still, sparkling, enhanced waters, and hydration beverages for athletes.
  • Juice, Dairy & Plant-Based Beverages: Offerings encompass fruit juices, milk-based products, and plant-derived drinks.
  • Teas & Coffees: Includes ready-to-drink teas and coffees, alongside coffee shop chains.
  • Energy Drinks: Beverages specifically formulated to provide an energy boost.
  • Beverage Concentrates & Syrups: Ingredients supplied to independent bottling partners and fountain retailers for their final beverage products.

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Major Customers of The Coca-Cola Company (KO)

The Coca-Cola Company primarily sells its products, concentrates, and syrups to other companies, which then bottle, distribute, or sell them to end consumers. Its major customers, which include independent bottling partners, large restaurant chains, and major retailers, are:

  • Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (NASDAQ: CCEP)
  • Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: KOF)
  • Coca-Cola HBC AG (NYSE: CCH)
  • McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD)
  • Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT)
  • Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) - (Note: Coca-Cola also has a distribution partnership with Starbucks for its ready-to-drink coffee products)

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  • Coca-Cola European Partners plc (CCEP)
  • Coca-Cola Femsa, S.A.B. de C.V. (KOF)
  • Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. (COKE)
  • Ball Corporation (BLL)
  • Amcor plc (AMCR)
  • International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)

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James Quincey, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

James Quincey joined The Coca-Cola Company in 1996, holding numerous leadership roles worldwide before becoming CEO in 2017 and Chairman in 2019. Before his time at Coca-Cola, he was a partner in strategy consulting at The Kalchas Group, a spin-off of Bain & Company and McKinsey. He played a key role in the acquisition of Jugos del Valle while serving as President of Coca-Cola's Mexico division from 2005 to 2008. Quincey was also instrumental in the creation of Coca-Cola European Partners and led the acquisition of innocent juice in 2009.

John Murphy, President and Chief Financial Officer

John Murphy began his career with Coca-Cola in 1988 and has held various general management, finance, and strategic planning roles globally. He was appointed CFO in 2019 and President in 2022. Prior to joining Coca-Cola, Murphy worked for four years as an auditor for Price Waterhouse in Dublin, Ireland. His past leadership roles within Coca-Cola include serving as president of the Asia Pacific group, the South Latin business unit, and the Latin Center business unit.

Manuel Arroyo, EVP, Chief Marketing and Customer Commercial Officer

Manuel Arroyo started his career with The Coca-Cola Company in 1995, progressing through various marketing and general management positions across Europe, the USA, Asia, and Mexico. From 2015 to 2016, he held the position of CEO of Deoleo, a publicly traded global leader in branded olive oil, which includes the Bertolli brand. He also spearheaded structural refranchising efforts in several Asian markets as President of the ASEAN business unit. Before joining Coca-Cola, Arroyo worked in marketing at S.C. Johnson & Son and in the corporate office staff of the Chairman & CEO at Banco Santander.

Lisa Chang, EVP and Global Chief People Officer

Lisa Chang oversees Coca-Cola's global talent and people strategies, culture, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, a role she has held since 2019. Before joining Coca-Cola, Chang served as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for AMB Group, LLC, a privately held sports and entertainment conglomerate in Atlanta. Her prior experience includes senior HR leadership positions at Equifax, Turner Broadcasting System Inc., and The Weather Channel Companies.

Monica Howard Douglas, EVP and Global General Counsel

Monica Howard Douglas is responsible for The Coca-Cola Company's global legal function, reporting to the Chairman & CEO, a position she assumed in April 2021. She joined Coca-Cola in 2004 as senior managing counsel and has held roles of increasing responsibility, including legal director for Coca-Cola Southern and East Africa. Prior to her tenure at Coca-Cola, Douglas was an attorney with Equifax and an associate at Troutman Sanders LLP, now known as Troutman Pepper LLP.

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The Coca-Cola Company (KO) faces several key risks to its business operations and financial performance. * Changing Consumer Preferences and Regulatory Scrutiny: A significant long-term risk for Coca-Cola stems from evolving consumer preferences shifting towards healthier beverages and away from sugary drinks. This trend is amplified by increasing government regulation, including the introduction of sugar taxes in many countries, as well as potential restrictions on advertising and portion sizes. These regulations can lead to higher prices, reduced affordability, and ultimately weigh on sales volumes. * Foreign Exchange Fluctuations and Macroeconomic Volatility: As a global company operating in over 200 countries, Coca-Cola is highly exposed to foreign exchange rate volatility. A strong U.S. dollar, for instance, can negatively impact the value of international sales when translated back into dollars, creating a significant drag on comparable net revenues and earnings per share. Additionally, broader macroeconomic instability, including high inflation and geopolitical events, can disrupt supply chains and impact consumer spending. * Operational Dependence on Bottling Partners and Supply Chain Challenges: While Coca-Cola's asset-light model, relying on independent bottling partners for manufacturing and distribution, is a strength, it also introduces operational risks. When these bottlers encounter issues such as inflation, labor shortages, or supply chain disruptions, it can affect product availability and service levels. The company also faces pressure from rising input costs for key materials like aluminum and sugar, which can squeeze margins if not effectively offset by pricing strategies.

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The addressable markets for Coca-Cola's main products and services are substantial across various beverage categories and regions.

Sparkling Soft Drinks (Carbonated Soft Drinks - CSDs)

  • Global: The global carbonated beverages market was valued at approximately USD 496.46 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The U.S. carbonated soft drink market size was estimated at USD 55.2 billion in 2024.

Sports Drinks

  • Global: The global sports drink market size was valued at USD 26.42 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The U.S. sports drink market size was estimated at USD 12.12 billion in 2024.

Juice Beverages

  • Global (Overall Juices Market): The global juices market was approximately USD 212.4 billion in 2024.
  • Global (100% Juice): The global 100% juice market generated a revenue of USD 32.32 billion in 2024.
  • U.S. (Fruit Juice): The United States fruit juice market size was valued at USD 57.6 billion in 2025.
  • U.S. (100% Juice): The U.S. 100% juice market generated a revenue of USD 9.90 billion in 2024.

Dairy Beverages

  • Global: The global dairy drinks market size was valued at USD 82.89 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The U.S. dairy beverages market reached approximately USD 58.9 billion in 2024.

Plant-Based Beverages

  • Global: The global plant-based beverages market size was estimated at USD 33.83 billion in 2024.
  • North America: The North America plant-based beverages market size was valued at USD 8.02 billion in 2024, with the U.S. expected to be a major contributor to regional revenue.

Tea

  • Global: The global tea market size was estimated at USD 28.32 billion in 2024.
  • U.S. (Overall Tea Market): The U.S. tea market generated a revenue of USD 3.39 billion in 2025.
  • U.S. (Ready-to-Drink Tea): The U.S. ready-to-drink tea market size is estimated at USD 13.14 billion in 2025.

Coffee

  • Global: The global coffee market size was valued at approximately USD 235.75 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The United States coffee market size was valued at approximately USD 101.67 billion in 2024.

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The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is anticipated to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through a combination of strategic pricing, portfolio innovation, geographic expansion, digital transformation, and optimization of its bottling system.

Here are 5 expected drivers of future revenue growth for Coca-Cola:

  1. Strategic Pricing and Revenue Growth Management (RGM) Initiatives: Coca-Cola consistently emphasizes its ability to implement pricing actions and optimize its product and package mix to drive organic revenue growth. This includes offering a total beverage portfolio in various packages and price points to capture value and adapt to market conditions. The company's revenue growth management capabilities are considered a distinct advantage for delivering volume and transaction growth, even amid inflationary pressures.
  2. Innovation and Expansion of the Total Beverage Portfolio: The company is focused on shaping a portfolio of "loved brands" and driving innovation beyond new flavors to include new products, packages, and equipment. This strategy includes the continued growth of recently acquired brands like fairlife (dairy), BODYARMOR (sports drinks), and Costa (coffee), as well as diversification into new categories such as alcohol ready-to-drink beverages in various markets. Innovation contributed significantly to gross profit growth in 2023, with success rates nearly tripling compared to 2019 levels.
  3. Geographic Expansion and Increased Market Penetration: Coca-Cola identifies significant opportunities in developing and emerging markets, which comprise approximately 80% of the global population and where a large portion of people do not yet consume commercial beverages. Strategic initiatives in these regions, such as India, Africa, and Southeast Asia, involve expanding cold-drink placements and offering affordable single-serve packs to increase penetration and recruit new consumers.
  4. Digital Transformation and Modernized Marketing: Coca-Cola is actively transforming its marketing and innovation agenda by adopting a digital-first approach, with digital representing approximately 65% of its total media spend in 2024, up from less than 30% in 2019. This involves leveraging emerging technologies like AI for consumer engagement, optimizing commercial execution through analytics and IoT, and using digital platforms to reach more customers.
  5. Optimization of the Bottling System and Supply Chain: The company continues to focus on optimizing its vast global ecosystem, which includes working closely with its network of independent bottling partners. Investments are being made in route-to-market scale, capacity increases, and digital capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and accelerate market execution. The ongoing process of refranchising company-owned bottling operations is also expected to have a positive impact on margins and the overall return profile of the business.

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Share Repurchases

  • The Coca-Cola Company's share repurchases for fiscal years ending December 2021 to 2025 averaged approximately $1.272 billion annually.
  • Share repurchases peaked in December 2023 at $2.289 billion.
  • In 2025, the company purchased $0.7 billion of its shares.
  • As of February 10, 2026, the company had approximately $5.2 billion remaining under its share repurchase authorization.

Share Issuance

  • In 2025, Coca-Cola issued $0.3 billion of shares in connection with the exercise of stock options by employees.
  • The number of shares outstanding has seen slight declines, indicating that share repurchases generally outpaced issuances.

Outbound Investments

  • Coca-Cola's net acquisitions/divestitures for the twelve months ending December 31, 2025, were $5.334 billion.
  • Annual net acquisitions/divestitures for 2024 were $3.17 billion.
  • The company's most recent acquisition was Billson, a brand of beers & ciders, in December 2024.

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures for fiscal years ending December 2021 to 2025 averaged $1.776 billion.
  • Capital expenditures peaked in December 2025 at $2.112 billion and increased consistently from $1.367 billion in 2021.
  • The company expects approximately $2.2 billion in capital expenditures for 2026, focused on supporting business operations, innovation, and its bottling system.

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Financials

KOPEPKDPMNSTSBUXFIZZMedian
NameCoca-ColaPepsiCo Keurig D.Monster .StarbucksNational. 
Mkt Price80.41146.2930.0487.99100.7537.2484.20
Mkt Cap345.9200.040.886.1114.83.5100.4
Rev LTM49,28495,44916,9448,79338,4721,19727,708
Op Inc LTM15,56514,1213,6082,5803,5682373,588
FCF LTM12,5628,8421,5762,0482,7261652,387
FCF 3Y Avg7,2187,7841,3791,7493,1471662,448
CFO LTM14,63113,1012,0632,1964,3461963,271
CFO 3Y Avg9,22412,8231,9161,9755,4841973,730

Growth & Margins

KOPEPKDPMNSTSBUXFIZZMedian
NameCoca-ColaPepsiCo Keurig D.Monster .StarbucksNational. 
Rev Chg LTM5.1%4.3%9.2%18.1%5.8%1.0%5.5%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg4.3%2.8%5.8%10.9%4.3%0.8%4.3%
Rev Chg Q12.1%8.5%9.4%26.9%8.8%-0.9%9.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM2.8%1.6%2.1%6.0%2.0%-0.2%2.0%
Op Inc Chg LTM10.6%10.4%7.9%31.7%-18.5%2.9%9.2%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg8.9%6.3%10.7%16.5%-7.9%9.2%9.0%
Op Mgn LTM31.6%14.8%21.3%29.3%9.3%19.8%20.6%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg30.2%14.3%21.8%27.7%12.2%19.2%20.5%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.5%0.4%-0.7%0.2%0.2%0.1%0.2%
CFO/Rev LTM29.7%13.7%12.2%25.0%11.3%16.4%15.0%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg19.3%13.8%12.1%25.1%14.8%16.6%15.7%
FCF/Rev LTM25.5%9.3%9.3%23.3%7.1%13.8%11.5%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg15.1%8.4%8.7%22.2%8.5%14.0%11.3%

Valuation

KOPEPKDPMNSTSBUXFIZZMedian
NameCoca-ColaPepsiCo Keurig D.Monster .StarbucksNational. 
Mkt Cap345.9200.040.886.1114.83.5100.4
P/S7.02.12.49.83.02.92.9
P/Op Inc22.214.211.333.432.214.718.5
P/EBIT19.016.612.533.137.814.717.8
P/E25.222.922.342.476.718.524.1
P/CFO23.615.319.839.226.417.821.7
Total Yield7.1%8.2%6.0%2.4%3.7%5.4%5.7%
Dividend Yield3.2%3.9%1.5%0.0%2.4%0.0%2.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg2.4%3.6%3.4%2.8%3.0%4.4%3.2%
D/E0.10.30.60.00.20.00.2
Net D/E0.10.20.6-0.00.2-0.10.1

Returns

KOPEPKDPMNSTSBUXFIZZMedian
NameCoca-ColaPepsiCo Keurig D.Monster .StarbucksNational. 
1M Rtn2.6%-6.4%4.3%14.0%4.2%7.9%4.3%
3M Rtn0.6%-11.9%-0.1%1.5%3.3%0.3%0.4%
6M Rtn11.9%0.7%10.4%17.3%17.6%8.1%11.1%
12M Rtn16.3%16.4%-5.1%38.0%20.2%-15.3%16.4%
3Y Rtn45.9%-11.8%4.3%52.7%10.2%-20.2%7.2%
1M Excs Rtn-3.3%-12.3%-1.6%8.0%-1.8%2.0%-1.7%
3M Excs Rtn-8.9%-21.4%-9.6%-7.9%-6.2%-9.2%-9.0%
6M Excs Rtn-0.5%-10.4%-1.1%7.3%9.6%-1.4%-0.8%
12M Excs Rtn-12.5%-11.9%-33.3%9.2%-8.9%-43.5%-12.2%
3Y Excs Rtn-37.4%-93.7%-77.8%-31.6%-74.9%-102.1%-76.3%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
North America18,869  13,18411,473
Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)10,958  6,5645,534
Latin America6,471  4,1433,499
Bottling Investments6,223  7,1946,258
Asia Pacific5,594  4,6824,213
Corporate110  8346
Eliminations-1,164  00
Global Ventures   2,8051,991
Total47,061  38,65533,014


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
North America4,556  3,3312,471
Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)4,255  3,7353,313
Latin America3,792  2,5342,116
Asia Pacific2,156  2,3252,133
Bottling Investments496  473308
Eliminations0  00
Corporate-5,263  -2,383-1,221
Global Ventures   293-123
Total9,992  10,3088,997


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$80.41 
Market Cap ($ Bil)345.9 
First Trading Date01/02/1962 
Distance from 52W High-1.8% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$77.64$72.33
DMA Trendupindeterminate
Distance from DMA3.6%11.2%
 3M1YR
Volatility17.2%15.8%
Downside Capture-21.58-44.48
Upside Capture-11.85-12.76
Correlation (SPY)10.3%-6.1%
KO Betas & Captures as of 4/30/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.060.230.08-0.04-0.090.09
Up Beta0.390.490.430.360.160.18
Down Beta-0.390.210.20-0.07-0.130.07
Up Capture-7%-8%0%-2%-7%2%
Bmk +ve Days15223166141428
Stock +ve Days10183362121384
Down Capture8%41%-21%-42%-41%2%
Bmk -ve Days4183056108321
Stock -ve Days12253163130362

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with KO
KO15.3%15.8%0.71-
Sector ETF (XLP)5.4%12.5%0.1466.4%
Equity (SPY)29.2%11.8%1.86-6.8%
Gold (GLD)35.7%26.7%1.12-3.6%
Commodities (DBC)40.2%18.8%1.66-15.0%
Real Estate (VNQ)13.3%13.0%0.7029.9%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-31.9%41.6%-0.81-16.8%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with KO
KO11.3%16.0%0.53-
Sector ETF (XLP)6.3%13.2%0.2678.6%
Equity (SPY)14.2%17.0%0.6631.3%
Gold (GLD)18.6%18.0%0.848.0%
Commodities (DBC)10.6%19.4%0.434.5%
Real Estate (VNQ)3.6%18.8%0.0944.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)12.8%54.7%0.435.1%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with KO
KO9.5%18.1%0.44-
Sector ETF (XLP)7.8%14.7%0.4078.8%
Equity (SPY)15.8%17.9%0.7551.1%
Gold (GLD)13.1%16.0%0.687.1%
Commodities (DBC)7.3%17.9%0.3315.3%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.7%20.7%0.2458.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)66.5%66.9%1.065.4%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date5152026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity48.3 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 43020268.1%
Average Daily Volume13.8 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.5 days
Basic Shares Quantity4,302.0 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares1.1%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
4/28/20263.9%3.6%8.2%
2/10/2026-1.5%2.0%0.2%
10/21/20254.1%2.4%4.1%
7/22/2025-0.6%-2.8%0.1%
4/29/20250.8%-0.1%-0.9%
2/11/20254.7%7.0%8.3%
10/23/2024-2.1%-5.6%-9.3%
7/23/20240.3%3.2%7.1%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive151515
# Negative888
Median Positive1.6%3.0%4.1%
Median Negative-0.6%-1.2%-3.4%
Max Positive4.7%7.0%8.3%
Max Negative-2.1%-5.6%-9.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
03/31/202604/30/202610-Q
12/31/202502/20/202610-K
09/30/202510/23/202510-Q
06/30/202507/24/202510-Q
03/31/202505/01/202510-Q
12/31/202402/20/202510-K
09/30/202410/24/202410-Q
06/30/202407/29/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/20/202410-K
09/30/202310/24/202310-Q
06/30/202307/27/202310-Q
03/31/202304/26/202310-Q
12/31/202202/21/202310-K
09/30/202210/26/202210-Q
06/30/202207/27/202210-Q

Recent Forward Guidance [BETA]

Latest: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 4/28/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Organic Revenue Growth4.0%4.5%5.0%00AffirmedGuidance: 4.5% for 2026
2026 Comparable Currency Neutral EPS Growth (excl. A&D)6.0%6.5%7.0%18.2%1.0%RaisedGuidance: 5.5% for 2026
2026 Comparable EPS Growth8.0%8.5%9.0%13.3%1.0%RaisedGuidance: 7.5% for 2026
2026 Free Cash Flow 12.20 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 12.20 Bil for 2026
2026 Cash Flow from Operations 14.40 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 14.40 Bil for 2026
2026 Capital Expenditures 2.20 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 2.20 Bil for 2026

Prior: Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 2/10/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Organic Revenue Growth4.0%4.5%5.0%-18.2%-1.0%LoweredGuidance: 5.5% for 2025
2026 Comparable Currency Neutral EPS excluding acquisitions and divestitures growth5.0%5.5%6.0%-31.2%-2.5%LoweredGuidance: 8.0% for 2025
2026 Comparable EPS growth7.0%7.5%8.0%150.0%4.5%RaisedGuidance: 3.0% for 2025
2026 Free Cash Flow 12.20 Bil 24.5% RaisedGuidance: 9.80 Bil for 2025
2026 Operating Cash Flow 14.40 Bil 20.0% RaisedGuidance: 12.00 Bil for 2025
2026 Capital Expenditures 2.20 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 2.20 Bil for 2025
2026 Underlying effective tax rate 20.9% 1.0%0.2%RaisedGuidance: 20.7% for 2025

Insider Activity

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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Quan, NancyExecutive Vice PresidentDirectSell519202680.9331,6252,559,51918,074,856Form
2Quincey, JamesChairmanDirectSell511202678.90200,00015,780,9006,166,781Form
3Douglas, Monica HowardExecutive Vice PresidentDirectSell309202677.3723,8801,847,6861,371,451Form
4Quan, NancyExecutive Vice PresidentDirectSell305202679.5023,5561,872,74717,755,159Form
5Quincey, JamesChairman and CEODirectSell304202679.14250,68819,839,13822,012,842Form

KO Trade Sentinel


Stock Conviction

AVOID (Score 1-2)

CONVICTION RATIONALE

The probability-adjusted skew is well below 1.0x, indicating an unfavorable risk/reward profile. The core issue is that in a weak consumer environment (Sector Trend = 'WEAK'), the company's contested position in the value segment ('Moat' = 'CONTESTED') creates a high probability (60%) that the primary risk—consumer trade-down—will manifest. The potential upside from continued execution does not sufficiently compensate for the risk of multiple compression if volume and pricing power falter.

STOCK ARCHETYPE
Mature Cash Cow

The business model is characterized by high margins, significant pricing power, stable but low single-digit volume growth, and a focus on capital returns (dividends/buybacks), aligning perfectly with the 'Mature Cash Cow' archetype.

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INVESTMENT THESIS
Global Concentrate Model Pricing Power & Margin Stability

The core long thesis rests on Coca-Cola's unparalleled ability to leverage its brand equity and asset-light concentrate model to consistently drive price/mix growth ahead of inflation, thereby protecting and expanding its high operating margins irrespective of flat to low-single-digit volume growth.

Mechanism: The company sells high-margin concentrate and syrups to a captive network of bottlers. This insulates KO from capital-intensive bottling operations and allows it to pass on costs effectively through price increases, which consumers have shown a high willingness to absorb due to immense brand loyalty.
Supporting Evidence:
  • Organic revenue growth is consistently price-led; Q4 2024 organic revenue growth of 14% was driven by a 9% increase in price/mix.
  • The concentrate business model results in a significant operating margin advantage over peers; KO's operating margin was 32.0% in Q3 2025, more than double PepsiCo's 14.9%.
  • Company guidance for FY2025 projects continued mid-single-digit organic revenue growth (5-6%), primarily driven by this pricing strategy.
  • Successfully rebounded unit case volume to +2% in Q4 2024 from -1% in Q3, demonstrating brand resilience despite price hikes.
PRIMARY RISK
Consumer Trade-Down to Private Label Amidst Sustained Inflation

The primary risk is an acceleration of consumer trade-down to lower-priced private label alternatives, particularly in North America, as persistent inflation erodes real household income. This could neutralize Coca-Cola's primary growth driver (pricing power) and lead to market share loss in the critical at-home consumption segment.

Mechanism: If consumers become increasingly price-sensitive, they may abandon brand loyalty for value. This forces Coca-Cola to either cede volume/share to store brands or engage in promotional activity, which would compress the high margins that form the foundation of the investment thesis. This risk is classified as Type 1: 'Cyclical/Macro'.
Supporting Evidence:
  • A February 2026 Ibotta report shows 62% of shoppers now prioritize price over brand loyalty.
  • The same report indicates the belief that name brands offer better quality dropped from 44% to 38% in the past year.
  • Coca-Cola is explicitly losing the 'Value-Seeking Family' customer segment to PepsiCo, which employs a more aggressive pricing strategy.
Key KPI Watchlist
KPI Threshold Rationale
Unit Case Volume Growth (Global & North America)Must remain positive (>0%)This is the leading indicator of brand health and elasticity. While growth is price-driven, a slip into negative volume would signal that pricing power has hit its ceiling.
Price/Mix Growth>5%This is the primary driver of the alpha thesis. It must continue to outpace input cost inflation to protect and grow margins. A significant deceleration would break the thesis.
Operating MarginStable above 30%The high operating margin is the core justification for KO's premium valuation. Any compression would signal a failure to manage costs or a breakdown in pricing power, putting the valuation at risk.
Core Investment Debate

Pricing Power vs. Consumer Elasticity

BULL VIEW

Bulls bet KO's pricing power is durable, allowing it to pass on costs and drive margin expansion, evidenced by recent volume growth acceleration (+2%) despite price hikes.

CORE TENSION

Can Coca-Cola's brand equity sustain premium pricing and drive revenue growth, or will persistent inflation and new health trends (GLP-1 drugs) finally cause consumer trade-downs and volume declines?


PREVAILING SENTIMENT
NEUTRAL

The rebound in unit case volume to +2% in Q4 2024, reversing a prior quarter decline and outperforming PepsiCo, shows pricing power is currently winning. However, the risk of consumer trade-down is now rated HIGH.

BEAR VIEW

Bears see peak pricing power. Rising private label preference (62% of shoppers prioritize price) and GLP-1 drug adoption (users cut sugary drinks by 65%) will erode volumes.

Next 6 months: Risks and Catalysts
Timeline Event & Metric To Watch
February 10, 2026
Q4 & FY2025 Earnings Report & 2026 Guidance
Watch: North American case volume growth and FY2026 organic revenue guidance. Commentary on pricing power vs. private label.
This Quarter / Slow Burn
Peer Earnings Reports (e.g., PEP, MDLZ)
Watch: Specific quantification of volume impact from GLP-1 drug adoption or commentary on consumer trade-down trends.
March 2026
New CEO & Chief Digital Officer Start Dates
Watch: Early announcements or strategic shifts related to digital transformation, marketing efficiency, or supply chain optimization.
H2 2026
EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) Deadline
Watch: Announcements regarding rPET sourcing, potential cost increases, or supply chain challenges ahead of 2026 deadlines.
Key Events in Last 6 Months
Date Event Stock Impact
7/22/2025
Q2 2025 Earnings
Details: Delivered Q2 results with strong price/mix growth of +6% demonstrating pricing power, though North American volumes showed some softness due to weakening consumer sentiment.
Muted (-0.59%)
$69.05 -> $68.64
8/25/2025
Competitor Strategic Move
Details: Primary competitor Keurig Dr Pepper announced a major transformational acquisition of JDE Peet's and a subsequent plan to separate into two independent companies, increasing competitive focus.
Slight -1.71% pullback
$69.11 -> $67.92
9/29/2025
Q3 2025 Earnings Date Announcement
Details: Coca-Cola announced it would release its third-quarter 2025 financial results on October 21. The stock reaction was muted ahead of the actual report.
Flat (0.56%)
$65.21 -> $65.57
10/21/2025
Q3 2025 Earnings Beat
Details: Reported strong Q3 results, with organic revenue growing 6% and unit case volume up 1%, beating expectations and contrasting with competitor PepsiCo's volume declines.
Rose significantly by 4.06%
$67.96 -> $70.72
1/13/2026
Q4 2025 Earnings Date Announcement & CEO Transition Update
Details: Company confirmed it will release Q4 and full-year 2025 results on Feb. 10. Also confirmed details of its upcoming CEO transition, effective March 31, 2026.
Flat (1.05%)
$70.51 -> $71.24
Risk Management
Position Sizing

4%-6%

NORMAL

Volatility is Stable (1.45x S&P) and compressing. While sentiment is Neutral due to valid consumer risks, KO has high visibility and a strong moat. This justifies a standard allocation.

Diversification Alternatives
PEP
INDUSTRY

Offers diversification into snacks, which may be more resilient to beverage-specific headwinds like sugar taxes. However, it currently shows weaker beverage volume trends than Coca-Cola.

Core Thesis: A global food and beverage giant with a diversified portfolio across snacks (Frito-Lay) and beverages. Growth is driven by brand strength, distribution, and innovation in both categories.
KDP
INDUSTRY

Strong position in the at-home coffee market (Keurig) and a challenger portfolio in cold beverages. A planned separation into two companies could unlock value.

Core Thesis: A diversified beverage company with strongholds in coffee systems and traditional soft drinks. Future growth is tied to innovation in single-serve coffee and expanding its DSD network.
How Is The Market Pricing KO?

Coca-Cola is executing a strategic transformation from a carbonated soft drink powerhouse into a resilient 'Total Beverage Company', leveraging its global distribution to drive growth in water, sports drinks, coffee, and dairy to offset secular shifts in consumer preferences.

Filter all news through the 'Total Beverage Company' diversification thesis; measure success by the growth rate of non-sparkling brands versus the core Trademark Coca-Cola portfolio.

What will confirm the thesis

Unit case volume growth >1% in non-sparkling categories (Water, Sports, Coffee, Tea); successful integration and scaling of acquired brands like BODYARMOR or fairlife; market share gains in ready-to-drink coffee or value-added dairy; organic revenue growth guidance exceeding 5%.

What will damage the thesis

Sustained volume declines in the North American sparkling beverage portfolio; significant write-downs on acquired brands (e.g., BODYARMOR impairment charge in Q4 2025); failure to innovate and launch successful new products in growth categories; loss of value share to PepsiCo's Gatorade or Starbucks' ready-to-drink portfolio.

Noise: Real but irrelevant to thesis

Short-term commodity cost fluctuations (already hedged and embedded in guidance); quarterly foreign currency headwinds (a persistent factor in a global business); minor regional marketing campaigns; executive commentary on general macroeconomic conditions.

Repricing Catalyst

Successfully delivering on its 2026 guidance for 4-5% organic revenue growth and 7-8% comparable EPS growth, which would demonstrate the resilience of its brand portfolio and pricing power amidst global consumer softness, reinforcing its status as a defensive growth staple.

What KO Makes & Who Pays
TTM figures based on Q4 2025 Earnings Release, Feb 10, 2026
North America
$19.6B TTM (41% of Total) · 60% Margin
What It Is

Trademark Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Powerade, BODYARMOR, Minute Maid, fairlife

Who Pays & How

Bottling partners (e.g. Coca-Cola Consolidated) and distributors pay for concentrate and finished goods, leveraging Coca-Cola's powerful brand equity and marketing support to drive consumer sales. The brand is a primary driver of retail foot traffic.

Per-unit sale of concentrate to bottlers; per-unit sale of finished products to distributors.
Competition
PepsiCo (Pepsi, Gatorade, Aquafina, Mountain Dew)
PepsiCo has a stronger position in the sports drink category with Gatorade and a significant snack food business (Frito-Lay) that provides distribution synergies.
Unmatched brand recognition in sparkling beverages (Coca-Cola, Sprite) and a rapidly growing position in value-added dairy (fairlife) and sports drinks (BODYARMOR).
Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)
$11.5B TTM (24% of Total) · 60% Margin
What It Is

Trademark Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite, Costa Coffee, regional sparkling and still brands.

Who Pays & How

Large bottling partners like Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) and Coca-Cola HBC pay for concentrate, utilizing a deeply entrenched distribution network to serve a diverse range of developed and emerging markets.

Per-unit sale of concentrate to bottlers.
Competition
PepsiCo, Nestlé, local and regional beverage companies.
Strong local brands in many markets and a significant presence in the coffee and water categories (Nestlé).
Dominant brand and market share in sparkling beverages; ownership of the Costa Coffee brand provides a platform for expansion in a key category.
Latin America
$6.3B TTM (13% of Total) · 60% Margin
What It Is

Trademark Coca-Cola, regional sparkling brands, juices and dairy products.

Who Pays & How

Major bottlers such as Coca-Cola FEMSA pay for concentrate to serve a large, growing, and brand-loyal consumer base.

Per-unit sale of concentrate to bottlers.
Competition
PepsiCo, local beverage producers (e.g., Ajegroup).
Strong local brands and value-oriented offerings in certain markets.
Exceptional brand loyalty for Trademark Coca-Cola and a highly efficient and extensive bottling and distribution network.
Asia Pacific
$5.6B TTM (12% of Total) · 60% Margin
What It Is

Trademark Coca-Cola, Thums Up (India), regional tea and water brands.

Who Pays & How

Bottlers like Swire Coca-Cola pay for concentrate to serve a vast and complex region with a mix of developed and high-growth emerging markets.

Per-unit sale of concentrate to bottlers.
Competition
Local tea and water brands, PepsiCo.
Deeply rooted local competitors in categories like ready-to-drink tea and dairy.
Strong brand recognition, particularly in India with both Coca-Cola and local brand Thums Up, and a powerful bottling network.
Bottling Operations & Investments
$5.7B TTM (10% of Total) · 60% Margin
What It Is

Finished beverage products; this segment consists of company-owned or controlled bottling operations, including Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA).

Who Pays & How

Retailers and distributors pay for finished beverage products. Coca-Cola operates these entities to ensure strategic alignment and stability in key markets, often with the long-term goal of refranchising.

Per-unit sale of finished goods.
Competition
All local and international beverage companies in the regions of operation.
Local players may have lower cost structures or better regional distribution.
Operates with the full backing of The Coca-Cola Company's brand and marketing power.
KO Evolution: Price Return by Era
1886-1970s · Brand Blueprint & Global Expansion
Building an Icon and a System
From its origin as a soda fountain beverage in Atlanta, Coca-Cola established its iconic brand and a revolutionary business model. The company focused on selling high-margin concentrate to independent bottlers, creating a capital-light path to scale globally. This era was defined by building the franchise system that became its primary competitive moat.
1980s-2000s · The Cola Wars and Portfolio Curation
Diet, New Coke, and Beyond
This period was marked by intense competition with PepsiCo, famously including the 'New Coke' marketing misstep in 1985. However, it was also an era of significant brand extension, with the highly successful launch of Diet Coke (1982) and acquisitions like Minute Maid, demonstrating an early recognition of the need to diversify beyond the core brand.
2010-Present · The 'Total Beverage Company' Transformation
Pivoting Beyond Soda ~+120% (2010-2025)
Facing shifting consumer tastes away from sugary drinks, management aggressively pivoted the strategy to become a 'Total Beverage Company.' This era is defined by major acquisitions to gain presence in growth categories, including fairlife (dairy), Costa Coffee (coffee), and BODYARMOR (sports drinks). The focus is on leveraging the core distribution system to sell a wider array of higher-growth, lower-sugar products.
Market Appears To Be Cautiously Supportive
Price structure is neutral. The price is in a holding pattern with no clear directional commitment from the moving average stack. Relative to SPY: Significantly underperforming and deteriorating. Potential evidence of capital being actively rotating away. Volume and momentum show mild positive lean. The accumulation signals present but not yet dominant. Earnings history is strongly validating. The market rewarded the print and institutional follow-through confirms thesis re-rating is underway.
① Structure
0
Structural pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by trend regime, SMA cross events, proximity to 52W high, and relative strength vs SPY.
② Volume / Momentum
+1
Volume/Momentum pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by institutional footprint score, OBV divergence, and momentum character.
③ Catalyst
+3
Catalyst pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by earnings day reaction, 20D post-earnings drift, and post-earnings volume character.
Combined Score
4 / 12
1 Price Structure & Trend Consolidating · -
2 Momentum Mixed
3 Relative Strength vs. SPY Strong Underperformance
4 Institutional Footprint & Volume Neutral / Mixed
5 Volatility Normal
6 Key Price Levels Range · Vol Falling
7 Earnings Reaction History Inconsistent
8 How the Verdict Is Derived Three Pillars