The Coca-Cola Company (KO)

US — Consumer Defensive Sector
Peers: CELH  COKE  KDP  MNST  PEP  PG 

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol KO
  • Rev/Share 10.937
  • Book/Share 7.0142
  • PB 10.444
  • Debt/Equity 1.7298
  • CurrentRatio 1.2126
  • ROIC 0.1229

 

  • MktCap 298588624600.0
  • FreeCF/Share -0.1678
  • PFCF -413.5577
  • PE 24.5048
  • Debt/Assets 0.4739
  • DivYield 0.0287
  • ROE 0.459

 

  • Rating B+
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 5
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade KO DZ Bank Hold Buy -- $75 Feb. 13, 2025
Upgrade KO Jefferies Hold Buy $69 $75 Jan. 30, 2025
Reiterated KO Piper Sandler -- Overweight $74 $73 Jan. 23, 2025
Upgrade KO TD Cowen Hold Buy -- $75 Jan. 8, 2025
Initiation KO Piper Sandler -- Overweight -- $74 Jan. 7, 2025
Upgrade KO Deutsche Bank Hold Buy $68 $70 Dec. 12, 2024

News

BofA Securities' Peter Galbo breaks down how a shift to cane sugar could change consumer goods
ADM, KO, PEP
Published: July 17, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Peter Galbo, BofA Securities senior food and beverage analyst, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the potential shift in consumer food groups with a pivot to cane sugar.

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Coca-Cola Stock in a Sticky Spot Ahead of Earnings
KO
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) stock is 0.6% higher to trade at $69.66 today, rising slightly after President Donald Trump announced the company will start using cane sugar in its beverages, though Coca-Cola did not corroborate the news.

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Trump claims Coca-Cola will switch to cane sugar for US soft drinks
KO
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral

US President Donald Trump has claimed that The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) will use cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup for its soft drinks produced in the US. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote: “This will be a very good move by them — You'll see.

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Shares of high fructose syrup producer ADM tumble after Trump says Coca-Cola agrees to use real cane sugar
KO
Published: July 17, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Archer-Daniels-Midland pulled back Thursday following President Donald Trump's announcement that Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar in its drinks in the U.S. Coca-Cola did not explicitly agree to the change, saying in a statement that more details about its new offerings "will be shared soon."

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President Trump says Coca-Cola will use cane sugar in soda in United States
KO
Published: July 17, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

CNBC's Becky Quick reports on the latest news.

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Is Coca-Cola (KO) stock a buy after Trump's announcement?
KO
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Neutral

In a social media post on Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced that Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) had agreed to use cane sugar in its beverages distributed in the U.S.

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President Trump said Coca-Cola agreed to use cane sugar in its namesake soda, following criticism of sweeteners such as high-fructose corn syrup by Trump's health secretary
KO
Published: July 16, 2025 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Positive

Coca-Cola says more details are to come. Health Secretary Robert F.

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Trump says Coca-Cola agreed to use real cane sugar in US
KO
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday Coca-Cola had agreed to use real cane sugar in its beverages in the U.S. after his discussions with the company.

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Analysts Estimate Coca-Cola (KO) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
KO
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Coca-Cola (KO) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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Coca-Cola's Bottler Strategy Evolves: What is the Margin Impact?
KO
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

KO's asset-light bottling shift boosts margins and efficiency, with local focus helping offset global disruptions.

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Coca-Cola: A Value Stock In The West, Growth In Emerging Markets
KO
Published: July 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Coca-Cola combines defensive value in developed markets with strong growth in emerging regions, driving global revenue and volume expansion. Recent earnings confirm resilience: double-digit growth in Asia/EMEA, strong margins, and robust free cash flow support a well-covered 2.7% dividend yield. Despite FX headwinds and secular shifts in consumer preferences, Coca-Cola's brand power, operational agility, and global reach justify a buy rating.

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Why I Like Staples Sector Fund XLP Better Than Coca-Cola
KO
Published: July 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

This article focuses on the implications of two changes for KO stock and the overall consumer staple sector represented by the XLP fund. These changes are their latest dividend declarations and also the changes in the Treasury rates. For H1 of 2025, XLP's dividend payouts suffered a sizable 15% decline vs. the same period in 2024, while KO continued its consistent growth.

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This 3 Stock Portfolio Provides Monthly Income
CAT, KO, MCD
Published: July 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While most stocks pay quarterly dividends, investors can still construct a portfolio that allows them to get paid monthly.

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CocaCola Company (The) (KO) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
KO
Published: July 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Coca-Cola (KO) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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I Have Invested in Dividends For 15 Years—These Dividend Aristocrats Built My Passive Income Stream
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Published: July 09, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

These dividend aristocrats haven't disappointed me in 15 years and won't disappoint you either.

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Can Coca-Cola Maintain Its Momentum Amid Flat North America Volumes?
KO
Published: July 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

KO posts 6% organic growth as strong global momentum offsets flat North America volumes and shifting consumer sentiment.

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Coca-Cola Stock Reflects Modest Growth in 3 Months: Buy Now or Wait?
KO
Published: July 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

KO shows steady growth, resilient pricing and global momentum, but a premium valuation keeps investor sentiment mixed.

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3 Dividend Aristocrat Stocks That Wall Street Analysts Love the Most
KO, SPGI, WMT
Published: July 08, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Dividend Aristocrat stocks are those that have increased their dividend payouts for 25 consecutive years or more.

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Serious Wealth: 2 Dividend Kings to Buy for a Lifetime of Passive Income
KO, LOW
Published: July 07, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

For investors seeking reliable passive income, Dividend Kings — companies with 50 or more consecutive years of dividend increases –are a compelling choice.

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Is Coca-Cola (KO) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
KO
Published: July 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

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Warren Buffett Owns 4 of Our Favorite 4th of July Dividend Stocks
KHC, KO, KR, STZ
Published: July 04, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

If there is any holiday celebrated in the United States that is among the favorites of all citizens, it must be the 4th of July.

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Has Coca-Cola (KO) Outpaced Other Consumer Staples Stocks This Year?
KO
Published: July 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Coca-Cola (KO) and Unilever PLC (UL) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Coca-Cola (KO) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why
KO
Published: July 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Coca-Cola (KO) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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Is Coca-Cola's Pricing Power Keeping Up With Global Inflation?
KO
Published: July 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

KO's pricing power fuels growth despite inflation, but rising price sensitivity may test its dominance ahead.

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Coca-Cola Pushes for Premiumization: Is This Strategy Working?
KO
Published: June 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

KO turns toward premiumization, with high-margin products like Fairlife and Coke Zero Sugar, to fuel global growth amid economic volatility.

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Investors Heavily Search CocaCola Company (The) (KO): Here is What You Need to Know
KO
Published: June 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Coca-Cola (KO). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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How To Build A $1,000,000 Dividend Portfolio That Could Yield 11%+ In 15 Years
AAPL, ALIZF, ALIZY, AMZN, ARCC, ARE, BAC, BBSEY, BEP, BHP, BLK, BTI, GOOG, GOOGL, HDV, JNJ, JPM, KO, LIN, LVMHF, MA, MAIN, MO, MSFT, NKE
Published: June 24, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio balances income, growth, and capital appreciation, now enhanced by the global diversification from Allianz and LVMH. We focus on financially healthy companies with sustainable dividends and strong competitive advantages, optimizing risk-reward through sector and geographic diversification. The portfolio's Weighted Average Dividend Yield [FWD] of 4.05% and 5-Year Weighted Average Dividend Growth Rate [CAGR] of 7.06% project a Yield on Cost above 11% in 15 years.

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Coca-Cola vs. Monster: Which Stock is Positioned for the Top Spot?
KO, MNST
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Coca-Cola leverages global reach and a diverse portfolio, while Monster drives growth through innovation and category leadership.

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The Boring Is Beautiful Portfolio: 3 Stocks for a Worried World
KO, O, PEP
Published: June 22, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Negative

Investors in 2025 are navigating a challenging market landscape. Persistent inflation continues to pressure household budgets, while global uncertainty creates waves of market volatility.

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5 Consumer Staples Stocks to Buy as Fed Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged
INGR, KO, MO, NOMD, PM
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

As Fed holds rates steady amid global tensions, PM, KO, and other low-beta consumer staples shine as safer bets.

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About The Coca-Cola Company (KO)

  • IPO Date 1919-09-05
  • Website https://www.coca-colacompany.com
  • Industry Beverages - Non-Alcoholic
  • CEO James Robert B. Quincey
  • Employees 69700

The Coca-Cola Company, a beverage company, manufactures, markets, and sells various nonalcoholic beverages worldwide. The company provides sparkling soft drinks, sparkling flavors; water, sports, coffee, and tea; juice, value-added dairy, and plant-based beverages; and other beverages. 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, caffeine free Diet Coke, Cherry Coke, Fanta Orange, Fanta Zero Orange, Fanta Zero Sugar, Fanta Apple, Sprite, Sprite Zero Sugar, Simply Orange, Simply Apple, Simply Grapefruit, Fresca, Schweppes, Thums Up, Aquarius, Ayataka, BODYARMOR, Ciel, Costa, Dasani, dogadan, FUZE TEA, Georgia, glacéau smartwater, glacéau vitaminwater, Gold Peak, Ice Dew, I LOHAS, Powerade, Topo Chico, AdeS, Del Valle, fairlife, innocent, Minute Maid, and Minute Maid Pulpy 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.