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Coca-Cola Consolidated

Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc sells nonalcoholic beverage products in the United States. The company purchases concentrate and syrups from other beverage manufacturers under a license, then produces, packages, markets, and distributes the beverages to retailers. The company's primary licensor is Coca-Cola Co., which generally allows it to exclusively market, produce, and distribute Coca-Cola products in specified parts of the U.S.: North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia, and parts of Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, Indiana, and Kentucky. The company manages its business in two operating segments. Nonalcoholic Beverages segment which represents the majority of the company's revenues and All Other segments.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 9.13% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.61%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.71 billion. 
Buying $1000 In COKE: If an investor had bought $1000 of COKE stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $25,456.67 today based on a price of $1336.83 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737405908_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

U.S. stocks were higher, with the Dow Jones index gaining over 300 points on Friday.
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<li>Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) gained 5.6% to $1,411.80.</li>
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Coca‑Cola Consolidated, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) announced today that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Scott Anthony, will retire effective March 31, 2025. Mr. Anthony has served as the Company's CFO since 2018.
The Company also announced that Matthew J. Blickley will assume the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective April&nbsp;1, 2025. Mr. Blickey joined Coca‑Cola Consolidated in 2014 and currently serves as Senior Vice President, Financial Planning and Chief Accounting Officer. He will continue to serve as the Company's Chief Accounting Officer following this change. During his tenure with the Company, Mr. Blickley has served in a variety of financial roles of increasing responsibility, including Corporate Controller. He is a certified public accountant and began his career with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Mr. Blickley will serve on the Company's executive leadership team and will report to Dave Katz, President and Chief Operating Officer.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NYSE">COKE</a>) short percent of float has fallen 17.36% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 62 thousand shares sold short, which is 1.19% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.88 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733940025_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Coca-Cola Consolidated has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Coca-Cola Consolidated's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Coca-Cola Consolidated's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.83%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated shares are trading lower. The company reported Q3 financial results.

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $18.81 per share. This is a 7.49 percent increase over earnings of $17.50 per share from the same period last year. The company reported $1.77 billion in sales this quarter. This is a 3.13 percent increase over sales of $1.71 billion the same period last year.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated Q3 Adj $18.81 Up From $17.50 YoY, Sales $1.77B Up From $1.71B YoY

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 8.77% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.28%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.16 billion. 
Buying $100 In COKE: If an investor had bought $100 of COKE stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $2,398.01 today based on a price of $1274.21 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729695619_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In Coca-Cola Consolidated 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Coca-Cola Consolidated's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NYSE">COKE</a>) short percent of float has risen 102.3% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 93 thousand shares sold short, which is 1.76% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.36 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729173625_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Coca-Cola Consolidated has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Coca-Cola Consolidated's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Coca-Cola Consolidated's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.48%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Looking Into Coca-Cola Consolidated's Recent Short Interest

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 8.66% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.35%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.40 billion. 
Buying $1000 In COKE: If an investor had bought $1000 of COKE stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $24,506.92 today based on a price of $1301.58 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729006222_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have $25,000 Today

Coca-Cola Consolidated's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NYSE">COKE</a>) short percent of float has risen 4.82% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 45 thousand shares sold short, which is 0.87% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727367316_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Coca-Cola Consolidated has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Coca-Cola Consolidated's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Coca-Cola Consolidated's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.33%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Peering Into Coca-Cola Consolidated's Recent Short Interest

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 21.34% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 32.55%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.08 billion. 
Buying $1000 In COKE: If an investor had bought $1000 of COKE stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $16,450.88 today based on a price of $1264.25 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726866016_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Coca-Cola Consolidated Stock In The Last 10 Years

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 21.85% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 32.51%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.30 billion. 
Buying $100 In COKE: If an investor had bought $100 of COKE stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $1,682.47 today based on a price of $1290.04 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726081230_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $100 In This Stock 10 Years Ago, You Would Have $1,700 Today

The First Trust Mid Cap Growth AlphaDEX ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fny#NASDAQ">FNY</a>) made its debut on 04/19/2011, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Style Box - Mid Cap Growth category of the market.
<h2>What Are Smart Beta ETFs?</h2>
Products that are based on market cap weighted indexes, which are strategies designed to reflect a specific market segment or the market as a whole, have traditionally dominated the ETF industry.
Investors who believe in market efficiency should consider market cap indexes, as they replicate market returns in a low-cost, convenient, and transparent way.
There are some investors, though, who think it&#39;s possible to beat the market with great stock selection; this group likely invests in another class of funds known as smart beta, which track non-cap weighted strategies.
Non-cap weighted indexes try to choose stocks that have a better chance of risk-return performance, which is based on specific fundamental characteristics, or a mix of other such characteristics.
This area offers many different investment choices, such as simplest equal-weighting, fundamental weighting and volatility/momentum based weighting methodologies; however, not all of these strategies can deliver superior results.
<h2>Fund Sponsor &amp; Index</h2>
The fund is managed by First Trust Advisors. FNY has been able to amass assets over $346.61 million, making it one of the average sized ETFs in the Style Box - Mid Cap Growth. FNY seeks to match the performance of the Nasdaq AlphaDEX Mid Cap Growth Index before fees and expenses.
The NASDAQ AlphaDEX Mid Cap Growth Index is an enhanced which employs the AlphaDEX stock selection methodology to select stocks from the NASDAQ US 600 Mid Cap Growth Index.
<h2>Cost &amp; Other Expenses</h2>
Cost is an important factor in selecting the right ETF, and cheaper funds can significantly outperform their more expensive cousins if all other fundamentals are the same.
Annual operating expenses for FNY are 0.70%, which makes it one of the most expensive products in the space.
The fund has a 12-month trailing dividend yield of 0.08%.
<h2>Sector Exposure and Top Holdings</h2>
It is important to delve into an ETF&#39;s holdings before investing despite the many upsides to these kinds of funds like diversified exposure, which minimizes single stock risk. And, most ETFs are very transparent products that disclose their holdings on a daily basis.
Representing 23.80% of the portfolio, the fund has heaviest allocation to the Industrials sector; Consumer Discretionary and Healthcare round out the top three.
Taking into account individual holdings, Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/coke#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) accounts for about 0.86% of the fund&#39;s total assets, followed by Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sfm#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) and The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ensg#NASDAQ">ENSG</a>).
The top 10 holdings account for about 8.31% of total assets under management.
<h2>Performance and Risk</h2>
The ETF has gained about 10.69% and it&#39;s up approximately 16.13% so far this year and in the past one year (as of 09/04/2024), respectively. FNY has traded between $55.49 and $77.95 during this last 52-week period.
The fund has a beta of 1.14 and standard deviation of 22.52% for the trailing three-year period, which makes FNY a medium risk choice in this particular space. With about 226 holdings, it effectively diversifies company-specific risk.
<h2>Alternatives</h2>
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First Trust Mid Cap Growth AlphaDEX ETF is a reasonable option for investors seeking to outperform the Style Box - Mid Cap Growth segment of the market. However, there are other ETFs in the space which investors could consider.
Vanguard Mid-Cap Growth ETF (ARCA:VOT) tracks CRSP U.S. Mid Cap Growth Index and the iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF (ARCA:IWP) tracks Russell MidCap Growth Index. Vanguard Mid-Cap Growth ETF has $13.39 billion in assets, iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF has $14.07 billion. VOT has an expense ratio of 0.07% and IWP charges 0.23%.
Investors looking for cheaper and lower-risk options should consider traditional market cap weighted ETFs that aim to match the returns of the Style Box - Mid Cap Growth.
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Coca-Cola Consolidated's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NYSE">COKE</a>) short percent of float has risen 21.59% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 56 thousand shares sold short, which is 1.07% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.42 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724357722_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Coca-Cola Consolidated has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Coca-Cola Consolidated's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Coca-Cola Consolidated's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.32%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 16.65% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 30.96%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.11 billion. 
Buying $1000 In COKE: If an investor had bought $1000 of COKE stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,865.40 today based on a price of $1267.97 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724263230_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated shares are trading higher after the company approved a $1 billion share repurchase program and increased its quarterly dividend from $0.50 to $2.50.

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Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COKE#NASDAQ">COKE</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 21.02% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 34.14%. Currently, Coca-Cola Consolidated has a market capitalization of $11.16 billion. 
Buying $1000 In COKE: If an investor had bought $1000 of COKE stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,546.49 today based on a price of $1274.29 for COKE at the time of writing.
<h3>Coca-Cola Consolidated's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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The food industry typically thrives despite economic uncertainties due to stable demand for food products, and recent advancements in technology and automation present long-term investment opportunities for investors. Hence, it might be an ideal time to scoop up fundamentally solid food and beverage stocks PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Consolidated, and WH Group, which also offer steady growth and dividends. Read more... The U.S. food and beverage industry is not just stable, it's also experiencing significant growth, driven by health trends and demand for convenience, particularly for organic options and technological advancements. As consumer preferences shift, this is an ideal time to consider quality food and beverage stocks: PepsiCo, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEP/">PEP</a>), Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COKE/">COKE</a>), and WH Group Limited (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WHGLY/">WHGLY</a>), which offer steady growth and the potential for significant expansion.
The U.S. food and beverage industry is evolving due to health and wellness concerns, driving demand for organic, plant-based, and functional foods with clean labels, low sugar, and added nutrients. Technological advancements, including plant-based proteins and e-commerce, are transforming product development and distribution. Additionally, rising disposable income and shifting consumer preferences, particularly among younger demographics, are increasing interest in convenient options like ready-to-eat meals and meal kits.
Recently, sectors like ready-to-drink beverages, plant-based alternatives, and functional drinks have been experiencing significant growth, fueling innovation and competition. The food and beverages market is projected to grow to $8.82 trillion by 2028, with a <a href="https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/food-and-beverages-global-market-report#:~:text=The%20food%20and%20beverages%20market%20size%20has%20grown,a%20compound%20annual%20growth%20rate%20%28CAGR%29%20of%206.4%25.">CAGR of 5.9%</a>.
Furthermore, the meal ordering process is becoming increasingly convenient through mobile apps and user-friendly interfaces, while AI and machine learning enhance efficiency by optimizing delivery routes, forecasting demand, and personalizing recommendations. Innovations like contactless deliveries and drone usage are further improving safety and efficiency.
IMARC Group expects the United States online food delivery market to hit around $68.60 billion by 2032, exhibiting a <a href="https://www.imarcgroup.com/united-states-online-food-delivery-market">CAGR of 9.8%</a>.
Considering the industry's strong prospects, it may be prudent to invest in fundamentally sound food and beverage stocks like PEP, COKE, and WHGLY.
PepsiCo, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEP/">PEP</a>)
PEP operates globally through its manufacturing, distribution, marketing and the sale of different beverages as well as food. There are seven segments through which the company operates, namely, Frito-Lay North America; Quaker Foods North America; PepsiCo Beverages North America; Latin America; Europe; Africa, Middle East and South Asia; and Asia Pacific, Australia and New Zealand and China Region.
On October 1st, the company announced that it had completed the acquisition of Garza Food Ventures LLC dba Seite Foods, a popular Mexican-American food brand, at $1.20 billion. This agreement is being carried forward to increase the company's product portfolio with authentic Mexican-American brands, making it a multicultural portfolio.
Moreover, on September 30, PEP paid a quarterly dividend of $1.355 per share, a 7% rise year-over-year. It pays an annual dividend of $5.42, which translates to a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dividendyield.asp">dividend yield</a> of 3.16% at the prevailing price levels. It has consistently increased its dividend payments for the past 51 years.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 7, 2024, PEP's total net revenue was $ 23.32 billion. Its operating profit is $3.87 billion. In addition, the company's non-GAAP net income attributable to PEP came in at $3.19 billion or $2.31 per share, up 2.6% and 2.7% from the prior year's period, respectively.
Analysts expect PEP's EPS and revenue for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase to 9.4% and marginally year-over-year to $1.95 and $27.98 billion, respectively. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 5.8% to close the last trading session at $171.79. It soared 1.2% year-to-date.
PEP's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
PEP has an A grade in Quality and a B grade in Growth. It is ranked #12 out of 33 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/beverages/">Beverages</a> Industry.
Beyond what we have stated above, we also have given PEP grades for Sentiment, Momentum, Value, and Stability. Get all the PEP's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEP/ratings/">here</a>.
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COKE/">COKE</a>)
COKE is reputed for producing, distributing, and advertising non-alcoholic beverages. It distributes its products directly to grocery stores and mass merchandise retail.
On September 17, COKE entered into an agreement with BACARDÍ rum to debut its ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail. The intent behind this agreement is to reach out to a wider consumer base through this collaboration.
On August 20, COKE announced a significant hike in its quarterly dividend, raising it from $0.50 to $2.50 per share. This enhanced dividend will be distributed on November 8, 2024.
Currently, COKE pays an annual dividend of $26, equating to a yield of 2.08% based on the current share price, well above its four-year average dividend yield of 0.66%. Additionally, the company's dividend payouts have grown at a compound annual growth rate of 58.7% over the past three years.
During the second quarter ended June 28, COKE's net sales rose 3.3% year-over-year to $1.80 billion. Its gross profit grew 6.7% from the prior-year quarter to $716.70 million, and adjusted net income improved 11.8% year-over-year to $192.80 million.
The stock climbed 34.5% year-to-date and has surged 94.4% over the past year to close the last trading session at $1,248.85.
COKE's POWR Rating reflects strong prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B for Quality and Sentiment. It is ranked #6 out of 33 stocks in the Beverage industry.
To access COKE's Growth, Value, Stability, and Momentum ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COKE/ratings/">here</a>.
WH Group Limited (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WHGLY/">WHGLY</a>)
Headquartered in Hong Kong, WHGLY is an investment holding company that is reputed for the production, trade, wholesale as well as retail of meat products in China, the United States, Mexico, and Europe.
WHGLY pays an annual dividend of $0.89, which translates to a yield of 5.58% at the current share price, higher than its four-year average dividend yield of 4.75%. Moreover, the company's dividend payouts have increased at a CAGR of 25.7% over the past three years.
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, WHGLY reported a revenue of $12.29 billion. Its operating profit and profit attributable to owners of the company rose 78.4% and 81.2% year over year to $1.14 billion and $694 million.
The stock climbed 24.1% year-to-date and has returned 43.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $16.02.
WHGLY's bright prospects are apparent in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A in Value and a B grade for Growth and Stability. Within the 74 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/food-makers/">Food Makers</a> industry, it is ranked #3.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WHGLY/ratings/">here</a> to see WHGLY's ratings for Sentiment, Quality, and Momentum.
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PEP shares were trading at $169.95 per share on Monday afternoon, down $1.84 (-1.07%). Year-to-date, PEP has gained 2.40%, versus a 23.41% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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The beverage industry is bubbling with opportunities as evolving consumer preferences, technological innovation, and a growing emphasis on sustainability redefine the market. In this dynamic environment, fundamentally solid beverage stocks PepsiCo (PEP), Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE), and National Beverage (FIZZ) could be solid buys to quench consumer demand and drive growth. Read on... The beverage industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a surge in demand for healthier choices, sustainability, and innovative delivery models. Key beverage players PepsiCo, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEP/">PEP</a>), Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COKE/">COKE</a>), and National Beverage Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FIZZ/">FIZZ</a>) are strategically positioned to capitalize on this evolving landscape, making them compelling picks for investors seeking to tap into the sector's growth.
The beverage industry is experiencing transformative growth, driven by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and an increasing focus on sustainability. Trends like direct-to-consumer channels, enhanced marketing through technology, and innovative product formats such as subscription services are reshaping the market.
Growth in the beverage industry is also fueled by a rising preference for healthier drink options, higher disposable incomes, and strong demand for bottled water. Innovations like zero-sugar and health-centric beverages are unlocking new opportunities, particularly in the Asia Pacific, where urbanization and changing consumer lifestyles drive market expansion.
The global beverage market is projected to grow at a <a href="https://www.marketresearch.com/Knowledge-Sourcing-Intelligence-LLP-v4221/Global-Beverage-31019776/">CAGR of 2.5%</a>, reaching $1.86 trillion by 2026, showcasing significant opportunities for growth and innovation in the sector.
Considering these positive developments, let's delve deeper into <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/beverages/">Beverage</a>s stocks:
Stock #3: National Beverage Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FIZZ/">FIZZ</a>)
FIZZ develops, markets, and sells beverages, including sparkling waters, juices, energy drinks, and soft drinks under brands like LaCroix, Shasta, and Faygo. It serves retailers and smaller accounts across take-home, convenience, and food-service channels in the U.S. and Canada.
FIZZ's net sales were $291.20 million in the fiscal second quarter that ended on October 26, 2024. <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">Operating income</a> grew 7% to $58 million. Its net income came in at $45.64 million, up 4.2% year-over-year, while its earnings per common share grew 4.3% from the year-ago value to $0.49.
Street expects FIZZ's revenue for the fiscal third quarter (ending January 31, 2025) to increase 4.5% year-over-year to $282.22 million. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to grow 6.9% from the prior year to $0.45.
The stock has plunged 3.5% in the past month to close the last trading session at $48.27.
FIZZ's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
It has an A grade in Quality and a B for Stability. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/beverages/">Beverages</a> industry, it is ranked #16 out of 32 stocks.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FIZZ/">here</a> to see FIZZ's ratings for Growth, Value, Momentum, and Sentiment.
Stock #2: Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COKE/">COKE</a>)
COKE manufactures and distributes a wide range of nonalcoholic beverages, including sparkling drinks, energy drinks, water, coffee, tea, and juices. It serves diverse end-users, such as retailers, restaurants, schools, and recreational facilities, ensuring broad market accessibility.
It pays an annual dividend of $26, which translates to a dividend yield of 2.01% at the prevailing price levels, well above its four-year average dividend yield of 0.66%. Additionally, the company's dividend payouts have grown at a compound annual growth rate of 58.7% over the past three years.
COKE's net sales increased 3.1% year-over-year to $1.77 billion in the fiscal third quarter that ended on October 30, 2024. Its adjusted income from operations came in at $226.26 million, up 5% from the year-ago value. Its adjusted net income stood at $166.68 million, representing an increase of 1.6% over the prior-year quarter. Its net income per share grew 34.5% from the year-ago value to $13.18.
Shares of COKE have gained 54.8% over the past year and 37.6% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $1,277.04.
COKE's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Stability, Sentiment, and Quality. It is ranked #10 in the same industry.
To access COKE's Growth, Value, and Momentum ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COKE/">here</a>.
Stock #1: PepsiCo, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEP/">PEP</a>)
PEP is a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of beverages and convenient foods. With renowned brands like Lay's, Pepsi, Gatorade, and Quaker, it caters to a broad consumer base through grocery stores, e-commerce platforms, and food service channels across diverse regions worldwide.
On November 22, PEP announced its agreement to acquire the remaining 50% stakes in Sabra Dipping Company and Obela, becoming the sole owner of these companies. These acquisitions enhance PEP's portfolio and solidify its market leadership by expanding its array of innovative products.
On November 19, PEP declared a quarterly dividend of $1.355 per share, reflecting a 7% year-over-year increase. This amount is payable to the shareholders on January 6, 2025. It pays an annual dividend of $5.42, which translates to a dividend yield of 3.43% at the prevailing price levels.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 7, 2024, PEP's net revenues were $23.32 billion. Its core operating profit was $4.18 billion, up 3.6% from the year-ago value. Moreover, core net income attributable to PepsiCo stood at $3.19 billion and $2.31 per share, respectively, representing increases of 2.6% and 2.7% over the prior-year quarter.
Street expects PEP's revenue and EPS for the fourth quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase marginally and 9.4% year-over-year to $27.98 billion and $1.95, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has declined 5% to close the last trading session at $159.47.
PEP's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Quality and a B for Growth. It is ranked #9 in the same industry.
To access PEP's Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEP/">here</a>.
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