From 24/7 Wall St. · David Moadel · · 1m 20s
Coca-Cola Up 35% This Year
Coca-Cola stock surged 35% this year, but shareholders debate whether to take profits or hold for more gains.
In brief
Coca-Cola stock surged 35% this year, but shareholders debate whether to take profits or hold for more gains. Coca-Cola stock rose 35% year-to-date, prompting shareholders to decide between taking profits or holding for potential further gains. Originally reported by 24/7 Wall St..
Coca-Cola Surges 35% This Year
Coca-Cola stock has gained 35% year to date, outpacing faster-growing beverage rivals.
Coca-Cola Outruns Beverage Peers
PepsiCo stock is down 3% YTD, while Monster Beverage stock is up 23% YTD, both trailing Coca-Cola.
Defensive Demand Explains Part of Rally
The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF is up 15% YTD, but Coca-Cola stock gained more than its peers.
Earnings Momentum Supports Hold Case
Coca-Cola posted adjusted EPS of $0.97 in Q2 2026, exceeding estimates and marking its fifth straight earnings beat.
Management Raises Full-Year Guidance
Coca-Cola raised its full-year 2026 EPS growth guidance to 9% to 10% and free cash flow target to $12.4 billion.
Dividend Income Adds to Hold Case
Shareholders receive an annualized dividend of $2.12 per share, yielding 2.2% with a quarterly payout of $0.53.
Third-Quarter Report Tests Rally
Coca-Cola stock trades at a 31x trailing P/E ratio, with the third-quarter report expected October 27 to confirm the rally.
In short
Coca-Cola stock rose 35% year-to-date, prompting shareholders to decide between taking profits or holding for potential further gains.
