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KDP·Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.

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+. (+.%)
High
$29.66
Open
$29.01
Market Cap
39.62B
52W High
$35.94
Low
$28.90
P. Close
$29.12
P/E
21.63
52W Low
$24.88
Fwd P/E
54.65
Mean Target
-
Technical Score (1D)
55
BUY
News Sentiment
53
MIXED
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is proceeding with plans to separate its coffee business, a move that aims to unlock distinct growth trajectories for its segments. This strategic initiative comes as the company's beverage segment demonstrates robust momentum, effectively counteracting weakness observed in its coffee business, suggesting overall portfolio resilience. In a related development, KDP executives are scheduled to present at the Deutsche Bank dbAccess Global Consumer Conference on June 3, 2026, offering insights into their strategy and financial outlook. Recent analyst actions show mixed price targets for KDP, reflecting varying professional views on the company's execution and valuation. This comes as KDP's Q1 earnings performance is benchmarked against industry peers, with consumer preference shifts and innovation identified as key performance drivers. The company is also increasing marketing investment, launching a new campaign for its Creamy Coconut Dr Pepper utilizing a microdrama storytelling trend to enhance brand engagement. Furthermore, KDP's latest "State of Beverages 2026" report indicates that younger consumers, specifically Gen Z, are increasingly using beverage choices to express personal identity and emotions, a trend that will require companies to adapt their strategies. Valuation metrics suggest KDP may be undervalued, prompting a closer examination of its intrinsic worth, with its market position in coffee pods and soft drinks being a key factor for investors. Looking ahead, investors should monitor the integration of its recent acquisition of a significant stake in JDE Peet's and its impact on organic growth rates.
Earnings Summary
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) is a prominent beverage and single-serve brewing company operating in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically within the Non-Alcoholic Beverages industry. The company boasts a diverse portfolio of brands and products, including K-Cup pods and various soft drinks, catering to a wide consumer base across multiple channels. Examining KDP's recent quarterly performance, the company has shown a consistent pattern of exceeding earnings per share (EPS) estimates. In Q4 2025, actual EPS was $0.60 against an estimate of $0.4259, and revenue was $4.499 billion against an estimate of $3.83 billion. This followed Q1 2026, where actual EPS was $0.39 against an estimate of $0.3759, and revenue was $3.976 billion against an estimate of $3.879 billion. Comparing the last two reported quarters (Q4 2025 and Q1 2026) to the prior two (Q2 2025 and Q3 2025), EPS has shown variability, with actual EPS of $0.49 in Q2 2025 and $0.54 in Q3 2025. Revenue has generally trended upwards, with $4.163 billion in Q2 2025 and $4.306 billion in Q3 2025. KDP has a strong beat rate, exceeding EPS estimates in Q4 2024, Q1 2025, Q2 2025, Q3 2025, Q4 2025, and Q1 2026. Revenue performance has also been strong, with beats in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026. Recent news highlights KDP's "State of Beverages 2026" report, indicating a trend of younger consumers using beverage choices for self-expression, which could reshape market demands. The company also reported strong Q1 2026 results with revenue up 9.4% year-over-year and EPS surpassing expectations, leading to increased analyst price targets and reaffirmed 2026 guidance. Investors will be watching for continued momentum in KDP's refreshment and international segments, and how the company adapts its product offerings and marketing to align with evolving consumer preferences, particularly among younger demographics, as well as its navigation of cost pressures in the coffee business.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.34$0.42$0.49$0.56$0.63Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.54 - -
Q1'26$0.38$0.39+3.8%
Q4'25$0.43$0.60+40.9%
Q3'25$0.54$0.54+0.4%
Q2'25$0.49$0.49+1.0%
Q1'25$0.38$0.42+9.8%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$3.1B$4.3B$5.5B$6.7B$7.9BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$7.3B - -
Q1'26$3.9B$4.0B+2.5%
Q4'25$3.8B$4.5B+17.5%
Q3'25 - $4.3B -
Q2'25 - $4.2B -
Q1'25 - $3.6B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

KDP Stock Snapshot

KDP is currently trading at $29.63, giving Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. a market cap of 39.62B and a P/E ratio of 21.6. Today's range spans $28.90–$29.66, with shares opening at $29.01 and moving up $0.51 (1.8%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 55/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 53/100.

Over the past year KDP has traded between $24.88 and $35.94 - the current price is +19.1% off the 52-week low and -17.6% from the high.

The setup for Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) is neither bullish nor bearish - it's patient. Score: 55/100 (HOLD). Sentiment: neutral (53/100). Price: $29.63 (in the middle of its 52-week range in $24.88–$35.94). The current P/E ratio stands at 21.6. A large-cap with 39.62B in Consumer Defensive market cap in a neutral technical phase is exactly where position-sizing decisions get made before the next trend emerges.

Portfolio construction in Consumer Defensive often uses large-cap names like KDP as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 55/100 (HOLD) at $29.63 (in the middle of its 52-week range) and neutral sentiment (53/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $24.88–$35.94 annual range rather than a directional bet.

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