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Monster Beverage (MNST)


Market Price (12/25/2025): $77.44 | Market Cap: $75.6 Bil
Sector: Consumer Staples | Industry: Soft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages

Monster Beverage (MNST)


Market Price (12/25/2025): $77.44
Market Cap: $75.6 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.


0 Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 28%
Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -0.3%, Dist 3Y High is -0.3%
Expensive valuation multiples
P/SPrice/Sales ratio is 9.5x, P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 33x, P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 35x, P/EPrice/Earnings or Price/(Net Income) is 44x
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 27%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 24%, CFO LTM is 2.2 Bil
Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -5.1%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -27%
Key risks
MNST key risks include [1] regulatory and health scrutiny targeting its core energy and alcohol products, Show more.
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 23%
  
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Health & Wellness Trends. Themes include Functional Foods & Beverages, and Nutritional Supplements.
  
0 Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 28%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 27%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 24%, CFO LTM is 2.2 Bil
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 23%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Health & Wellness Trends. Themes include Functional Foods & Beverages, and Nutritional Supplements.
4 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -0.3%, Dist 3Y High is -0.3%
5 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -5.1%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -27%
6 Expensive valuation multiples
P/SPrice/Sales ratio is 9.5x, P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 33x, P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 35x, P/EPrice/Earnings or Price/(Net Income) is 44x
7 Key risks
MNST key risks include [1] regulatory and health scrutiny targeting its core energy and alcohol products, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

MNST Stock


Why The Stock Moved


Qualitative Assessment

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1. Monster Beverage reported strong second-quarter 2025 financial results. The company achieved record net sales of $2.11 billion, an 11.1% increase year-over-year, marking the first time sales crossed the $2 billion threshold. Additionally, gross profit, operating income, net income, and earnings per share all outpaced sales growth.

2. The company exceeded analyst expectations with its third-quarter 2025 earnings. Monster Beverage reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.53, surpassing the forecasted $0.48. Record quarterly net sales reached $2.2 billion, exceeding the anticipated $2.11 billion, representing a 16.8% increase year-over-year.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 19.2% change in MNST stock from 9/24/2025 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a 8.7% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
924202512242025Change
Stock Price ($)64.9377.4219.24%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)7659.167975.334.13%
Net Income Margin (%)20.54%21.65%5.41%
P/E Multiple40.2743.788.73%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)975.75976.61-0.09%
Cumulative Contribution19.24%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/24/2025 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
MNST19.2% 
Market (SPY)4.4%-7.7%
Sector (XLP)-0.5%42.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The 24.5% change in MNST stock from 6/25/2025 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a 9.2% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
625202512242025Change
Stock Price ($)62.2077.4224.47%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)7448.177975.337.08%
Net Income Margin (%)20.27%21.65%6.81%
P/E Multiple40.1143.789.17%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)973.62976.61-0.31%
Cumulative Contribution24.47%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/25/2025 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
MNST24.5% 
Market (SPY)14.0%-0.8%
Sector (XLP)-2.0%43.7%

Fundamental Drivers

The 47.4% change in MNST stock from 12/24/2024 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a 37.2% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
1224202412242025Change
Stock Price ($)52.5177.4247.44%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)7410.787975.337.62%
Net Income Margin (%)21.66%21.65%-0.04%
P/E Multiple31.9243.7837.16%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)975.84976.61-0.08%
Cumulative Contribution47.44%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/24/2024 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
MNST47.4% 
Market (SPY)15.8%27.6%
Sector (XLP)0.2%57.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The 52.9% change in MNST stock from 12/25/2022 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a 28.2% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).
1225202212242025Change
Stock Price ($)50.6377.4252.91%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)6223.167975.3328.16%
Net Income Margin (%)19.46%21.65%11.25%
P/E Multiple44.0443.78-0.59%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1053.59976.617.31%
Cumulative Contribution52.10%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/25/2023 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
MNST38.2% 
Market (SPY)48.9%20.5%
Sector (XLP)14.9%46.3%

Return vs. Risk


Price Returns Compared

 202020212022202320242025Total [1]
Returns
MNST Return46%4%6%13%-9%48%144%
Peers Return209%22%12%10%-12%9%349%
S&P 500 Return16%27%-19%24%23%18%115%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
MNST Win Rate58%50%50%58%50%67% 
Peers Win Rate65%58%50%50%43%50% 
S&P 500 Win Rate58%75%42%67%75%73% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
MNST Max Drawdown-20%-12%-25%-6%-22%-12% 
Peers Max Drawdown-29%-10%-17%-15%-17%-16% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-31%-1%-25%-1%-2%-15% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: PEP, KO, CELH, KDP, FIZZ. See MNST 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] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/24/2025 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventMNSTS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-26.6%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven36.3%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven142 days464 days
2020 Covid Pandemic2020 Covid Pandemic  
2020 Covid Pandemic% Loss% Loss-27.6%-33.9%
2020 Covid Pandemic% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven38.1%51.3%
2020 Covid PandemicTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven65 days148 days
2018 Correction2018 Correction  
2018 Correction% Loss% Loss-30.4%-19.8%
2018 Correction% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven43.7%24.7%
2018 CorrectionTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven408 days120 days
2008 Global Financial Crisis2008 Global Financial Crisis  
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Loss% Loss-69.2%-56.8%
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven224.3%131.3%
2008 Global Financial CrisisTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven933 days1,480 days

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In The Past

Monster Beverage's stock fell -26.6% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 8/10/2021. A -26.6% loss requires a 36.3% gain to breakeven.

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About Monster Beverage (MNST)

Monster Beverage Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in development, marketing, sale, and distribution of energy drink beverages and concentrates in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: Monster Energy Drinks, Strategic Brands, and Other. It offers carbonated energy drinks, non-carbonated, ready-to-drink iced teas, lemonades, juice cocktails, single-serve juices and fruit beverages, ready-to-drink dairy and coffee drinks, energy drinks, sports drinks and single-serve still waters, and sodas that are considered natural, sparkling juices, and flavored sparkling beverages. The company sells its products to bottlers, full-service beverage distributors, as well as sells directly to retail grocery and speciality chains, wholesalers, club stores, mass merchandisers, convenience chains, drug stores, foodservice customers, value stores, e-commerce retailers, and the military; and concentrates and/or beverage bases to authorized bottling and canning operations. It provides its products under the Monster Energy, Monster Energy Ultra, Monster Rehab, Monster Energy Nitro, Java Monster, Muscle Monster, Espresso Monster, Punch Monster, Juice Monster, Monster Hydro Energy Water, Monster Hydro Super Sport, Monster HydroSport Super Fuel, Monster Super Fuel, Monster Dragon Tea, Reign Total Body Fuel, and Reign Inferno Thermogenic Fuel, as well as NOS, Full Throttle, Burn, Mother, Nalu, Ultra Energy, Play and Power Play (stylized), Relentless, BPM, BU, Gladiator, Samurai, Live+, Predator, Fury, and True North brands. The company was formerly known as Hansen Natural Corporation and changed its name to Monster Beverage Corporation in January 2012. Monster Beverage Corporation was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Corona, California.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies to describe Monster Beverage (MNST):

  • Like a specialized Coca-Cola or PepsiCo, but with its empire built almost entirely around energy drinks and other alternative beverages.
  • Think of it as the Starbucks of the energy drink market, offering a wide range of high-octane beverages primarily in cans.

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  • Monster Energy drinks: The company's flagship line of carbonated energy beverages offered in a wide array of flavors and formulations.
  • Reign Total Body Fuel: A performance-focused energy drink brand containing BCAAs, CoQ10, and electrolytes, marketed towards fitness enthusiasts.
  • NOS Energy drinks: A high-performance energy drink brand recognizable by its automotive-inspired nitrous oxide system (NOS) branding.
  • Bang Energy drinks: A line of high-caffeine and BCAA-infused energy drinks, now a key brand in Monster Beverage's portfolio following acquisition.
  • Java Monster: A collection of ready-to-drink coffee + energy beverages, blending premium coffee with Monster's signature energy blend.
  • Full Throttle Energy drinks: A line of bold-tasting energy drinks, licensed and distributed by Monster Beverage.

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Monster Beverage (symbol: MNST) sells primarily to other companies (B2B) rather than directly to individuals. Its major customers are the beverage bottlers and distributors that purchase Monster products for subsequent distribution to retailers and other outlets. Here are the major customer companies:
  • The Coca-Cola Company (symbol: KO): Through a strategic partnership, The Coca-Cola Company's global bottling network, which includes both company-owned and independent bottlers, serves as the primary distribution channel for Monster Beverage products in many markets worldwide. These bottlers purchase Monster products from Monster for distribution to retailers.
  • Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc (symbol: CCEP): As a major publicly traded independent bottler and distributor within The Coca-Cola Company's system, CCEP is a direct major customer of Monster Beverage. CCEP purchases and distributes Monster products in various territories, including Western Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia.
  • Other Independent Beverage Distributors: Beyond the Coca-Cola system, Monster Beverage also utilizes a network of other independent beverage distributors in various markets globally. These numerous regional distributors collectively represent a significant customer base, purchasing Monster products for distribution to a wide array of retail and foodservice establishments.

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  • Ball Corporation (BLL)
  • Crown Holdings, Inc. (CCK)
  • The Coca-Cola Company (KO)

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Rodney Sacks, Chairman of the Board

Rodney Sacks is the Chairman of the Board of Monster Beverage Corporation, having previously served as Co-Chief Executive Officer until June 2025. A South African-born businessman, he, along with Hilton Schlosberg, acquired Hansen Natural Corporation in 1990. Before his involvement with Monster, Sacks was a senior partner at Werksmans, a prominent law firm in South Africa. Under his leadership, Hansen Natural transformed into Monster Beverage, launching the Monster energy drink brand in 2002. In 2015, Coca-Cola acquired a 16.7% stake in Monster Beverage for $2.15 billion. In June 2025, Sacks and Schlosberg also acquired Thrifty Ice Cream through their holding company, Hilton Holdings.

Hilton Schlosberg, Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman

Hilton Schlosberg serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Monster Beverage Corporation, effective June 13, 2025, and also holds the position of Vice Chairman. He previously served as Co-Chief Executive Officer since January 2021, and has been with the company since 1990, holding key leadership roles including President, COO, and CFO for over 23 years. Schlosberg, a South African-born businessman, co-led the acquisition of Hansen Natural Corporation with Rodney Sacks in 1990. He played a pivotal role in the company's financial management and strategic planning, guiding its growth and profitability. Under his leadership, the company launched the Monster energy drink brand in 2002 and rebranded as Monster Beverage in 2012. In 2015, Coca-Cola purchased a 16.7% stake in Monster Beverage for $2.15 billion. In June 2025, Schlosberg and Sacks acquired Thrifty Ice Cream through their company, Hilton Holdings.

Thomas J. Kelly, Chief Financial Officer

Thomas J. Kelly is the Chief Financial Officer of Monster Beverage Corporation. He assumed this role, succeeding Hilton Schlosberg, in January 2021. Kelly has extensive experience with the company, having served as Executive Vice President of Finance and/or Controller and Secretary of Monster Energy Company since 1992.

Guy P. Carling, President of EMEA & OSP

Guy P. Carling is the President of EMEA & OSP (Europe, Middle East, Africa & Other Strategic Markets) for Monster Beverage Corporation.

Emelie C. Tirre, Chief Commercial Officer

Emelie C. Tirre serves as the Chief Commercial Officer of Monster Beverage Corporation.

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The key risks to Monster Beverage's business (MNST) are:

  1. Regulatory and Health Concerns: Monster Beverage faces ongoing and potential future regulatory scrutiny regarding its energy drinks and, increasingly, its alcohol beverages. This includes concerns over ingredients, marketing practices, and potential sales restrictions or additional taxes. Changes in government regulations, new labeling requirements, or increased compliance costs could significantly impact the company's business. Furthermore, growing consumer awareness and concern for health, wellness, and nutrition, particularly regarding caloric intake from sugar-sweetened beverages and the perceived undesirability of artificial ingredients, could reduce demand for Monster's products.
  2. Intense Competition and Shifting Consumer Preferences: The beverage industry is highly competitive, and Monster Beverage faces significant rivalry from established energy drink brands like Red Bull, as well as numerous emerging brands and other beverage categories. This competitive pressure necessitates continuous innovation and adaptation of strategies to maintain market share and profitability. The company is also vulnerable to shifts in consumer preferences, especially a growing trend towards healthier options, which could adversely affect demand for its core energy drink products.
  3. Reliance on The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC) and Supply Chain Dependencies: Monster Beverage's business performance is heavily reliant on its extensive commercial arrangements with The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC) for distribution. Disagreements or changes within TCCC's distribution network could adversely affect Monster's operations and market access. Additionally, Monster depends on a limited number of third-party suppliers for key raw materials and co-packers/bottlers, which poses a risk of supply disruptions or operational constraints if these partners face issues.

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The accelerated shift in consumer preferences towards "better-for-you" and functional beverages, coupled with the rapid rise of new competitors leveraging these trends and modern marketing strategies. New market entrants, often backed by influencers or focused on specific lifestyle niches (e.g., Prime Hydration/Energy, Celsius, Alani Nu), are effectively capturing market share by offering products positioned as healthier, with natural ingredients, lower sugar, and additional functional benefits (e.g., nootropics, adaptogens). This challenges Monster's traditional energy drink market, which is often perceived as high in sugar, artificial ingredients, and extreme caffeine, particularly among younger, health-conscious demographics. If this trend continues to accelerate, it could lead to a long-term erosion of Monster's core market and brand dominance.

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Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) operates in several key beverage markets. The addressable market sizes for its main products are as follows:

Energy Drinks

  • Global: The global energy drinks market size was estimated at approximately USD 133.90 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The U.S. energy drinks market size was estimated at approximately USD 25.01 billion in 2024.

Juice/Juice Drinks

  • Global: The global fruit juice market size reached approximately USD 159.6 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The United States fruit juice market size was valued at approximately USD 55.5 billion in 2024.

Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Coffee

  • Global: The global ready-to-drink coffee market size was estimated at approximately USD 29.44 billion in 2024.
  • U.S.: The ready-to-drink coffee market in the United States generated a revenue of approximately USD 6,622.7 million (or USD 6.62 billion) in 2024.

Alcoholic Beverages

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Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key strategies:

  1. New Product Innovation and Launches: Monster Beverage has a robust innovation pipeline with plans for new product introductions in 2026. These include a female-focused brand named FLRT, Monster Energy Strawberry Shots, and the Juice Monster Beauty line. Additionally, the company plans to launch new flavors such as Monster Energy Electric Blue, Monster Energy Orange Dreamsicle, Juiced Monster Bad Apple, and Monster Energy Ultra Wild Passion in various regions. The continued strong performance and expansion of existing lines like the Monster Energy Ultra and Juice Monster families are also expected to contribute to growth.
  2. International Market Expansion: International sales are a significant growth engine for Monster Beverage, accounting for 43% of total net sales in Q3 2025 and demonstrating strong year-over-year increases. The company is experiencing rapid growth in regions like EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) and Asia-Pacific, with specific mentions of increasing sales in China and India. The rollout of existing successful products, such as Monster Energy Lando Norris Zero Sugar in additional EMEA markets, further underscores this expansion strategy.
  3. Strategic Pricing Actions: Monster Beverage has been implementing strategic pricing adjustments and plans for further selective price increases and reduced promotional allowances in the U.S. in Q4 2025. These actions are aimed at improving gross profit margins and offsetting rising costs, thereby contributing positively to overall revenue growth and profitability.
  4. Growth in Health-Conscious and Sugar-Free Options: Shifting consumer preferences towards healthier choices, particularly sugar-free beverages, are fueling demand for Monster's zero-sugar offerings like the Monster Energy Ultra line. This trend is a significant driver, with strong demand for sugar-free and new flavors helping the company surpass forecasts.
  5. Supply Chain Optimization and Operational Efficiency: While not a direct revenue driver, Monster Beverage's focus on optimizing its supply chain and enhancing operational efficiency has led to improved gross profit margins. These efficiencies support better cost management, allowing the company to invest more in growth initiatives like product innovation and market expansion, indirectly bolstering revenue potential.

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Share Repurchases

  • Monster Beverage's Board of Directors authorized a new $500.0 million share repurchase program on August 19, 2024, following the full utilization of a previous authorization.
  • In May 2024, the company authorized a modified "Dutch auction" tender offer, repurchasing approximately 56.6 million shares at $53.00 per share for an aggregate of about $3.0 billion. This repurchase was funded by $2.25 billion in cash and $750 million in borrowings.
  • Total annual share repurchases were approximately $3.77 billion in 2024, $658.952 million in 2023, and $771.028 million in 2022.

Share Issuance

  • No significant share issuances for capital raising purposes were identified over the last 3-5 years. The number of outstanding shares generally decreased due to substantial share repurchases.

Outbound Investments

  • In 2023, Monster Beverage completed the acquisition of the Bang Energy® drink business.
  • The company acquired CANARCHY in 2022, marking an entry into the beer industry.

Capital Expenditures

  • Monster Beverage's capital expenditures have shown an increasing trend, with $188.7 million in 2022, $221.4 million in 2023, and $264.1 million in 2024.
  • For the twelve months ending June 30, 2025, capital expenditures were $198.7 million, with estimates for the full year 2025 around $184.3 million.
  • These expenditures are primarily focused on the acquisition of property and equipment, including real property, plant and manufacturing equipment, coolers, leasehold improvements, and the acquisition and maintenance of trademarks.

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Unique KeyDateTickerCompanyCategoryTrade Strategy6M Fwd Rtn12M Fwd Rtn12M Max DD
BF-B_11302025_Dip_Buyer_ValueBuy11302025BF-BBrown-FormanDip BuyDB | P/E OPMDip Buy with Low PE and High Margin
Buying dips for companies with tame PE and meaningfully high operating margin
-6.5%-6.5%-7.4%
CPB_11302025_Dip_Buyer_ValueBuy11302025CPBCampbell'sDip BuyDB | P/E OPMDip Buy with Low PE and High Margin
Buying dips for companies with tame PE and meaningfully high operating margin
-8.1%-8.1%-9.2%
ENR_11212025_Dip_Buyer_High_FCF_Yield_ExInd_DE_RevG11212025ENREnergizerDip BuyDB | FCF Yield | Low D/EDip Buy with High Free Cash Flow Yield
Buying dips for companies with significant free cash flow yield (FCF / Market Cap) and reasonable debt / market cap
13.2%13.2%-5.3%
FLO_11212025_Dip_Buyer_High_FCF_Yield_ExInd_DE_RevG11212025FLOFlowers FoodsDip BuyDB | FCF Yield | Low D/EDip Buy with High Free Cash Flow Yield
Buying dips for companies with significant free cash flow yield (FCF / Market Cap) and reasonable debt / market cap
5.2%5.2%-1.6%
CLX_11142025_Dip_Buyer_FCFYield11142025CLXCloroxDip BuyDB | FCFY OPMDip Buy with High FCF Yield and High Margin
Buying dips for companies with high FCF yield and meaningfully high operating margin
-5.3%-5.3%-6.0%
MNST_12312024_Monopoly_xInd_xCD_Getting_Cheaper12312024MNSTMonster BeverageMonopolyMY | Getting CheaperMonopoly-Like with P/S Decline
Large cap with monopoly-like margins or cash flow generation and getting cheaper based on P/S multiple
20.9%47.3%-12.2%
MNST_5312024_Monopoly_xInd_xCD_Getting_Cheaper05312024MNSTMonster BeverageMonopolyMY | Getting CheaperMonopoly-Like with P/S Decline
Large cap with monopoly-like margins or cash flow generation and getting cheaper based on P/S multiple
6.2%23.2%-13.3%
MNST_3312022_Monopoly_xInd_xCD_Getting_Cheaper03312022MNSTMonster BeverageMonopolyMY | Getting CheaperMonopoly-Like with P/S Decline
Large cap with monopoly-like margins or cash flow generation and getting cheaper based on P/S multiple
10.2%35.2%0.0%
MNST_12312018_Monopoly_xInd_xCD_Getting_Cheaper12312018MNSTMonster BeverageMonopolyMY | Getting CheaperMonopoly-Like with P/S Decline
Large cap with monopoly-like margins or cash flow generation and getting cheaper based on P/S multiple
31.6%29.1%-2.5%

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Peer Comparisons for Monster Beverage

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Financials

MNSTPEPKOCELHKDPFIZZMedian
NameMonster .PepsiCo Coca-ColaCelsius Keurig D.National. 
Mkt Price77.42143.7470.1144.7228.0032.2557.41
Mkt Cap75.6196.8301.711.538.03.056.8
Rev LTM7,97592,36647,6632,12616,1741,20012,075
Op Inc LTM2,25812,19314,9143433,4752372,866
FCF LTM1,9456,7885,5705241,5991571,772
FCF 3Y Avg1,6426,6456,3842501,3361601,489
CFO LTM2,18011,7557,6035552,1281912,154
CFO 3Y Avg1,88811,9748,3352731,8551901,872

Growth & Margins

MNSTPEPKOCELHKDPFIZZMedian
NameMonster .PepsiCo Coca-ColaCelsius Keurig D.National. 
Rev Chg LTM7.6%0.5%2.8%55.1%6.8%1.0%4.8%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg8.6%3.4%4.0%57.5%5.9%1.1%4.9%
Rev Chg Q16.8%2.7%5.1%172.9%10.7%-1.0%7.9%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM4.1%0.7%1.3%27.6%2.6%-0.2%2.0%
Op Mgn LTM28.3%13.2%31.3%16.1%21.5%19.7%20.6%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg27.6%13.8%29.7%16.1%21.8%18.9%20.4%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM1.4%-0.3%0.7%5.7%0.0%0.1%0.4%
CFO/Rev LTM27.3%12.7%16.0%26.1%13.2%16.0%16.0%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg25.3%13.0%18.1%15.5%12.1%15.9%15.7%
FCF/Rev LTM24.4%7.3%11.7%24.6%9.9%13.1%12.4%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg22.0%7.2%13.9%14.0%8.7%13.4%13.7%

Valuation

MNSTPEPKOCELHKDPFIZZMedian
NameMonster .PepsiCo Coca-ColaCelsius Keurig D.National. 
Mkt Cap75.6196.8301.711.538.03.056.8
P/S9.52.16.35.42.42.54.0
P/EBIT33.319.517.2143.713.412.718.4
P/E43.827.223.2179.024.016.225.6
P/CFO34.716.739.720.817.915.819.3
Total Yield2.3%7.5%7.1%0.6%5.8%6.2%6.0%
Dividend Yield0.0%3.8%2.8%0.0%1.6%0.0%0.8%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg2.9%3.1%2.4%2.1%3.3%4.0%3.0%
D/E0.00.00.20.10.50.00.0
Net D/E-0.00.00.10.00.4-0.10.0

Returns

MNSTPEPKOCELHKDPFIZZMedian
NameMonster .PepsiCo Coca-ColaCelsius Keurig D.National. 
1M Rtn5.7%-0.2%-2.7%17.9%2.3%-3.5%1.0%
3M Rtn19.2%2.1%6.2%-13.8%7.6%-12.1%4.2%
6M Rtn24.5%14.5%2.2%-1.6%-13.7%-25.5%0.3%
12M Rtn47.4%-2.2%14.9%63.5%-11.1%-26.8%6.3%
3Y Rtn52.9%-12.9%20.2%25.6%-16.5%-29.2%3.7%
1M Excs Rtn2.3%-3.6%-6.1%14.5%-1.0%-6.9%-2.3%
3M Excs Rtn14.9%-1.2%2.0%-18.6%4.8%-16.7%0.4%
6M Excs Rtn11.6%1.4%-10.5%-14.4%-26.8%-37.5%-12.4%
12M Excs Rtn32.8%-19.0%-1.5%48.7%-27.8%-45.8%-10.3%
3Y Excs Rtn-27.4%-94.1%-59.5%-54.8%-98.0%-108.6%-76.8%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Monster Energy® Drinks6,5555,8335,2214,3053,904
Strategic Brands377353295266275
Alcohol Brands185101   
Other2323262722
Corporate and unallocated00   
Total7,1406,3115,5414,5994,201


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Monster Energy® Drinks2,3391,8501,9911,8201,566
Strategic Brands207198174155164
Other43764
Alcohol Brands-81-32   
Corporate and unallocated-515-435-374-348-331
Total1,9531,5851,7971,6331,403


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$77.42 
Market Cap ($ Bil)75.6 
First Trading Date08/18/1995 
Distance from 52W High-0.3% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$71.92$64.24
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA7.7%20.5%
 3M1YR
Volatility23.0%23.4%
Downside Capture-65.194.75
Upside Capture30.6242.64
Correlation (SPY)-7.1%27.9%
MNST Betas & Captures as of 11/30/2025

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.30-0.21-0.190.090.330.41
Up Beta-0.06-0.30-0.240.060.490.44
Down Beta0.13-0.020.08-0.120.230.33
Up Capture147%18%26%33%28%17%
Bmk +ve Days12253873141426
Stock +ve Days13263968136400
Down Capture-21%-68%-91%-3%15%67%
Bmk -ve Days7162452107323
Stock -ve Days6152356111348

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
 Comparison of MNST With Other Asset Classes (Last 1Y)
 MNSTSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return52.1%0.7%19.2%71.9%8.9%6.0%-10.4%
Annualized Volatility23.4%13.9%19.5%19.3%15.3%17.1%35.0%
Sharpe Ratio1.73-0.190.782.690.360.18-0.12
Correlation With Other Assets 57.3%28.0%6.8%2.1%37.8%4.7%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLP, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 5-Year Data
 Comparison of MNST With Other Asset Classes (Last 5Y)
 MNSTSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return11.5%5.8%14.9%18.7%11.7%4.8%32.6%
Annualized Volatility23.9%13.0%17.1%15.5%18.7%18.9%48.7%
Sharpe Ratio0.440.240.700.970.510.170.59
Correlation With Other Assets 55.1%44.8%3.3%1.2%41.3%14.4%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLP, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 10-Year Data
 Comparison of MNST With Other Asset Classes (Last 10Y)
 MNSTSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return11.7%7.1%14.7%14.9%6.9%5.2%69.2%
Annualized Volatility26.4%14.7%18.0%14.8%17.6%20.8%55.8%
Sharpe Ratio0.450.360.700.830.310.220.90
Correlation With Other Assets 58.1%53.0%4.5%11.7%45.2%9.9%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLP, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date12152025
Short Interest: Shares Quantity18,861,744
Short Interest: % Change Since 11302025-1.9%
Average Daily Volume5,133,421
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.67
Basic Shares Quantity976,608,000
Short % of Basic Shares1.9%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/6/20255.2%7.2%10.9%
8/7/20256.4%5.6%3.7%
5/8/20251.4%3.6%4.8%
2/27/20255.3%7.3%11.4%
11/7/2024-1.1%2.2%-2.8%
8/7/2024-10.9%-8.5%-3.7%
2/28/20245.8%4.4%6.1%
11/2/20235.5%4.6%4.8%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive141714
# Negative858
Median Positive5.4%4.6%6.8%
Median Negative-3.2%-5.8%-2.6%
Max Positive7.5%9.0%13.4%
Max Negative-10.9%-8.5%-11.5%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
93020251107202510-Q 9/30/2025
6302025808202510-Q 6/30/2025
3312025509202510-Q 3/31/2025
12312024228202510-K 12/31/2024
93020241108202410-Q 9/30/2024
6302024808202410-Q 6/30/2024
3312024507202410-Q 3/31/2024
12312023229202410-K 12/31/2023
93020231106202310-Q 9/30/2023
6302023804202310-Q 6/30/2023
3312023505202310-Q 3/31/2023
12312022301202310-K 12/31/2022
93020221104202210-Q 9/30/2022
6302022805202210-Q 6/30/2022
3312022506202210-Q 3/31/2022
12312021228202210-K 12/31/2021