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KO·The Coca-Cola Company

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After Hours
High
$82.37
Open
$81.55
Market Cap
352.12B
52W High
$85.68
Low
$81.30
P. Close
$81.56
P/E
25.70
52W Low
$65.35
Fwd P/E
87.96
DailyIQ Est.
$89.73
Technical Score (1D)
55
BUY
News Sentiment
74
BULLISH
A ransomware attack on the Fairlife dairy unit forced Coca‑Cola to suspend U.S. production, temporarily cutting the high‑protein milk line that contributes a modest share of the company’s revenue. The halt limits U.S. supply while the company works to restore systems, raising short‑term concerns about inventory levels and potential revenue leakage for the quarter. Because the incident occurred just days before the July 28 earnings release, investors should watch the earnings report for any disclosed cost‑incurred remediation expenses or revenue adjustments. The company has confirmed that product safety and quality remain intact and that Canadian Fairlife operations are unaffected, which mitigates the risk of a broader brand impact. In parallel, Coca‑Cola closed its Tulsa warehouse and a Massachusetts bottling plant, cutting 184 jobs and signaling a lean‑er distribution strategy that could reduce operating costs over the next few months. The warehouse shutdown may improve margins but could also strain local supply chains, so traders should monitor any updates on distribution capacity or logistics costs. Despite the operational hiccups, the stock has been rallying on defensive appeal, with a 19 % year‑to‑date return and a 64‑year dividend‑increase streak that continue to attract income‑focused investors. The combination of a resilient dividend track record and a defensive positioning may cushion the impact of the ransomware incident, but the true effect will only become clear once the earnings call discloses the financial fallout. In the next 1–10 trading days, keep an eye on the timeline for Fairlife production resumption, any cost estimates released by the company, and the earnings guidance for Q2. Finally, monitor any macro‑economic or regulatory developments that could influence consumer demand for high‑protein dairy products, as this could amplify the operational disruption’s effect on revenue.
Earnings Summary
The Coca‑Cola Company (KO) is a global beverage leader that produces and distributes a broad portfolio of non‑alcoholic drinks, including iconic soft drinks, water, juices, teas, and sports beverages, supported by an extensive bottling and distribution network that spans independent partners, wholesalers, and retailers. In the last six quarters, the company’s revenue has fluctuated, moving from $11.404 billion in Q4 2024 to $11.216 billion in Q1 2025 (−1.8%), rising to $12.617 billion in Q2 2025 (+12%), falling to $12.412 billion in Q3 2025 (−1.6%), declining further to $11.817 billion in Q4 2025 (−5.9%), and then climbing to $12.471 billion in Q1 2026 (+5.8%). EPS has largely outperformed estimates, with Q4 2024 at $0.55 versus $0.51701 (beat), Q1 2025 at $0.73 versus $0.71607 (beat), Q2 2025 at $0.87 versus $0.83708 (beat), Q3 2025 at $0.82 versus $0.77857 (beat), Q4 2025 at $0.58 versus $0.83619 (miss), and Q1 2026 at $0.86 versus $0.81227 (beat), giving the firm five earnings beats in six quarters. Historically, KO has demonstrated a consistent pattern of EPS beats and a net revenue growth trajectory despite periodic quarterly dips, reflecting the strength of its brand portfolio and cost‑control initiatives. Recent news underscores operational challenges, notably a ransomware attack that halted Fairlife U.S. dairy production, and strategic cost‑cutting moves such as warehouse closures and job reductions, which may offset short‑term revenue impacts. Investors should watch the upcoming Q2 2026 earnings release for disclosures on the financial impact of the ransomware incident, any adjustments to revenue guidance, and commentary on distribution capacity, while also monitoring the company’s continued dividend track record and any regulatory developments that could affect its high‑protein dairy segment. The focus will be on how the earnings data aligns with the projected $0.92 EPS and $13.05 billion revenue guidance and whether the company’s cost‑control measures mitigate the operational disruption.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.53$0.64$0.76$0.87$0.99Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.93 - -
Q1'26$0.81$0.86+5.9%
Q4'25$0.84$0.58-30.6%
Q3'25$0.78$0.82+5.3%
Q2'25$0.84$0.87+3.9%
Q1'25$0.72$0.73+1.9%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$10.9B$11.6B$12.4B$13.1B$13.9BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$13.6B - -
Q1'26$12.2B$12.5B+2.0%
Q4'25$12.5B$11.8B-5.4%
Q3'25 - $12.4B -
Q2'25 - $12.6B -
Q1'25 - $11.2B -

Market Data

KO Stock Snapshot

KO is currently trading at $81.67, giving The Coca-Cola Company a market cap of 352.12B and a P/E ratio of 25.7. Today's range spans $81.30–$82.37, with shares opening at $81.55 and moving up $0.11 (0.1%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 55/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 74/100.

Over the past year KO has traded between $65.35 and $85.68 - the current price is +25.0% off the 52-week low and -4.7% from the high. 37 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $87.10 (range $71.38–$97.00), implying upside of +6.6%.

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) has 352.12B in Consumer Defensive market capitalization and is currently neutral on the technical dashboard: 55/100, HOLD, price $81.67 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). Sentiment reads bullish at 74/100. (P/E: 25.7) In this tier, quiet accumulation often happens in HOLD phases - active managers who want to build positions without signaling do it here, where the price isn't trending and volume patterns are easier to hide. Annual range: $65.35–$85.68.

In neutral phases, large-cap Consumer Defensive names like KO are often where sector rotation debates play out quietly — at 352.12B in capitalization, the stock receives incremental allocation from funds reducing mega-cap exposure without the volatility of a small-cap entry. The 55/100 (HOLD) and bullish sentiment (74/100) at $81.67 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) describe a stock that is being considered rather than avoided.