Coca Cola Company (KO) Options

Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company Approves 63rd Consecutive Annual Dividend Increase
Business Wire1:00 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Feb 20, 2025

Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company Approves 63rd Consecutive Annual Dividend Increase

The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company today approved the company’s 63rd consecutive annual dividend increase, raising the quarterly dividend approximately 5.2% from 48.5 cents to 51 cents per common share.

The quarterly dividend is equivalent to an annual dividend of $2.04 per share, up from $1.94 per share in 2024. The first quarter dividend is payable April 1 to shareowners of record as of March 14.

The company returned $8.4 billion in dividends to shareowners in 2024, bringing the total amount of dividends paid to shareowners since Jan. 1, 2010, to $93.1 billion.

Typically I don't watch KO since it's a long term hold anyway, but it seems to be forming a flag formation on the chart. That is odd coming from an old time blue chip. What the heck is going on over there to make this move so quickly?
I see Vanguard Institutional Index is dumping some shares, but that seems necessary considering they have restrictions on percentage they can hold.
I see American Funds American Mutual (AMRMX)has added a lot of shares. They don't have as many restrictions and I notice American Funds owns KO in 9 different funds.
I've had lunch with one of their managers before, and he told me they tend to move shares of companies around within the fund family, but I don't see any of them subtracting. In fact I see they are also adding KO to Washington Mutual (AWSHX) and American Income Fund (AMECX) as well, which may explain the share price jump.

It's a bit funny, everyone talks about how many shares Buffet owns, but there are many elsewhere as well

Coca-Cola Co.
American Mutual Fund® 12,015,055 $748,057,324.00 0.74%
The Income Fund of America® 10,961,694 $682,475,068.00 0.55%
Washington Mutual Investors Fund 10,984,412 $683,889,491.00 0.36%
Capital Income Builder® 1,160,970 $72,281,992.00 0.07%
New World Fund® 711,222 $44,280,682.00 0.07%
American Funds® Global Insight Fund 140,872 $8,770,691.00 0.06%
The Investment Company of America® 1,571,109 $97,817,246.00 0.06%
The Growth Fund of America® 1,903,371 $118,503,878.00 0.04%
New Perspective Fund® 551,961 $34,365,092.00 0.02%

While Buffet owns 400 million shares

$KO beat the street estimates by 3 cents, and who knows what the whisper numbers were? Crazy to see a value play this large easily move up over 10% in a week. I've owned Coke long enough to know not to get too excited by short term moves, but it seems the next move is to $80. Not very exciting if you're a tech stock, but still awesome. Especially if, as I suspect, they raise the dividend next quarter.....maybe to 52 cents?

I guess we beat the whisper numbers

Coca-Cola Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results
Business Wire6:55 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Feb 11, 2025

Coca-Cola Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results

Global Unit Case Volume Grew 2% for the Quarter and 1% for the Full Year

Net Revenues Grew 6% for the Quarter and 3% for the Full Year;
Organic Revenues (Non-GAAP) Grew 14% for the Quarter and 12% for the Full Year

Operating Income Grew 19% for the Quarter and Declined 12% for the Full Year;
Comparable Currency Neutral Operating Income (Non-GAAP) Grew 22% for the Quarter and 16% for the Full Year

Fourth Quarter EPS Grew 12% to $0.51; Comparable EPS (Non-GAAP) Grew 12% to $0.55;
Full Year EPS Declined Slightly to $2.46; Comparable EPS (Non-GAAP) Grew 7% to $2.88

Cash Flow from Operations was $6.8 Billion for the Full Year, Down 41%;
Free Cash Flow (Non-GAAP) was $4.7 Billion for the Full Year, Down 51%;
Free Cash Flow Excluding the IRS Tax Litigation Deposit (Non-GAAP) was $10.8 Billion for the Full Year, Up 11%

Company Provides 2025 Financial Outlook

The Coca-Cola Company today reported fourth quarter and full year 2024 results. “Our all-weather strategy is working, and we continue to demonstrate our ability to lead through dynamic external environments,” said James Quincey, Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company. “Our global scale, coupled with local-market expertise and the unwavering dedication of our people and our system, uniquely position us to capture the vast opportunities ahead.”

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.business...

KO, 10 Q due TUESDAY

Thank goodness for KO today. About the only thing saving me from hari kari.

$KO Total Debt (mrq) $47.12B Book value only $6.15 overbought

pal

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Q1 0.55 0.64 0.68 0.72 0.74 0.78
Q2 0.68 0.70 0.78 0.84 0.86 0.90
Q3 0.65 0.69 0.74 0.77 0.80 0.85
Q4 0.45 0.45 0.49 0.52 0.56 0.60

Not sure what you're reading pal, but actual numbers

12/31/21(A) 12/31/22(A) 12/31/23(A) 12/31/24(E) 12/31/25(E) 12/31/26(E
Revenue 38.66 B 43.00 B 45.75 B 46.23 B 48.03 B 50.64 B

“Global Unit Case Volume Declined 1%

Net Revenues Declined 1%;

Operating Income Declined 23%;

Operating Margin Was 21.2% Versus 27.4% in the Prior Year;

EPS Declined 7% to $0.66;

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Yeah declining case volumes and sales and margins is always a good sign…read the tea leaves pal!

Well, since that Communist took over as CEO, the company has increased earnings and raised the dividend. I think you should be slamming them on the PEP board, as that stock has really taken a tumble.

Look no further than the Brit running the company. His own country of origin
now throws people in jail for memes!

KO’s DEI & CRT programs are all Marxists constructs and Quincy gave it up faster than a $20 ho on payday! Their involvement with the election was even more absurd. Like I said previously, if the company doesn’t 180 its policies ASAP they will learn the hard way. No amount of fluffing can change that.

maybe you should go back to just telling everyone how brilliant you are. its a good look for you.

That IS true! It is a good look for me and I am brilliant.
Did you wait two months just to think out that whole post?
So, you are saying a worldwide corporation is going to be worthless due to their political stance in the U.S.? But then you say you kept 500 shares? Well aren't you the lost soul?
I wanna hear more about how Coke is Marxist. Not quite grasping how a profitable company is preaching the word of pure Communism. I guess they have said, they'd like to buy the World a Coke and sing in harmony.

“You sound like one of the guys who quit drinking Bud Lite to send a message to the company, so you changed to Busch Light. Investing should NEVER be personal”

Are you numb Fung or just holed up in a nursing home? In the digital age, everything matters and should Coke remain woke, they will ultimately learn the lesson the hard way. I would agree that historically, Coke has been a very good company to own. that’s why i was invested. Right up to the point where they let the Marxists maniacs in the door to dictate corporate policy. That’s a deal breaker in post election 2024. If management moves to clean house of all the BS political nonsense they have engaged in, then perhaps it warrants another look but i see nothing yet….maybe you should go back to just telling everyone how brilliant you are. its a good look for you.

Might get our little dip to 69 area

Well, I've owned KO for a lot of years and the big swings have always been followed by pullbacks.....The trend is always been up, but rarely with spikes.

Not getting a significant pull back basing higher
Investors want Dividend so I think that there is a huge demand for the stock

I thought we'd see KO making a pullback to $65, but it seems to be rising far faster than its earnings. It seems to have a chart very similar to 3/22, but then Covid hit and it overcorrected. Hope that's not coming again, but what am I missing? Historically, this isn't the time of year when it peaks.

Allah and Satan allowed NO JESUS?
More Outrage needed, this isn't Bud Light -- I was hoping this Social media attack would cause a dip, so far nothing
@dom_lucre
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Sep 25
🔥🚨BREAKING: Coca Cola is facing backlash across America after it was revealed that they won't let you personalize a can with "Jesus" but allows Satan, Allah and all of the Babylonian Gods and demons.

Consolidation is healthy 75 break will come

Hush now!

Please dip 60s for adds

We dipped the last 8 sessions next upswing be break 75

just not sure if we get a deeper dip or this is it first

Maybe that was the perception but kind of a Rig job don't you think?

Hmmmm, does this mean Kamala won it?

Market only down 700 points after the debate

Maybe get a shot at seeing 60s again

That would be great, way more diverse then Pepsi co
I like that product portfolio
much better as a way to de risk semiglutides craze

Been a while since it has split. I'd like to see a 10% special stock dividend.

Symbol: KO Company Name: COCA COLA CO



CUSIP Date Factor Type
191216100 06/01/77 2 for 1 Stock Split
191216100 07/01/86 3 for 1 Stock Split
191216100 05/14/90 2 for 1 Stock Split
191216100 05/12/92 2 for 1 Stock Split
191216100 05/13/96 2 for 1 Stock Split
191216100 08/13/12 2 for 1 Stock Split

I would like to see a split after or a Divy increase

Yep Looking great, just a matter of time till we see 100

Looking good. Another all time high and green on a huge red day

KO has a history of leaps and then pulling back a bit. I really should sell off a couple thousand shares, but don't want the tax hit. Although, with politics as they are, I may be paying a whole lot more taxes next year....
I probably should just buy protective puts I guess. I don't think writing calls will solve the tax problem.

KO new 52 week high

Agreed, add on red days

Got to nibble over time Great Company with Divy

KO is an amazing hold for a lifetime, just let it keep turning over, but COKE the bottling company will always be a huge part of profitable stock in my portfolio. COKE will always continue to grow, so I advise to throw a little money into this on the dips if there ever is one.

Please go down

So i can add more

Looks good KO green on a market red day

You’re a genius in your own world

Ummmm, you do realize the stock price is at an all time high, right?
Either you don't understand how investing works, or else you just screwed up big time.
It's up 18% YTD and I now have 8033 shares.

You sound like one of the guys who quit drinking Bud Lite to send a message to the company, so you changed to Busch Light. Investing should NEVER be personal.

The moment coke went woke they lost a large chunk of their investors. I divested all but 500 shares and it was the right move. When they meddled in BS politics they got what they deserved!

Not to jinx it, but KO has had an outstanding last 4 months. I am almost giddy.

66.89 spike it up KO 🚀

KO new 52 week high

65.16 KO 52 week high 🚀

"Yellow 6" caused adrenal tumors in animals, though that is disputed by industry and the FDA. It may be contaminated with cancer-causing chemicals and occasionally causes severe hypersensitivity reactions. Minute Maid lemonade by Coca-Cola in the US contains the artificial food dye Yellow 5.

KO 10Q due JULY23

Anyone here own any $CCEP?

Stole this from another poster, but good read.

>>> Better Buy: Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo


Motley Fool

By Stefon Walters

Sep 28, 2023


https://www.fool.com/investing/2023/09/28/better-buy-coca-cola-vs-pepsico/?source=eptyholnk0000202&utm_source=yahoo-host&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=article


KEY POINTS

Coca-Cola's higher margins are a testament to its efficiency and pricing power.

PepsiCo's broad portfolio helps hedge against declining demand in the beverage market.

Both have increased their dividend annually for decades -- making them Dividend Kings.


Investors can't go wrong with either choice, but one stands out as the better long-term option.

When it comes to non-alcoholic beverage companies, there's Coca-Cola (KO) and PepsiCo (PEP) -- and then there's everyone else. In the U.S., the two account for around 71% of the carbonated soft drink market. The dominance of that duopoly makes them attractive investment opportunities.

For investors looking to invest in one of these companies, there's no "wrong" option to go with here. However, each company has its own unique strengths and focus areas. Let's see which offers a more compelling case for investors looking to choose one to add to their portfolio.

Coca-Cola's financials seem to be stronger

Coca-Cola is the market leader in non-alcoholic beverages, but one thing that may surprise people is just how much more revenue PepsiCo brings in. In Q2 2023, Coca-Cola made around $12 billion in revenue, more than $10 billion less than PepsiCo made.

Despite the gap in revenue, both companies are similar in net incomes, which is a testament to Coca-Cola's profit margins.

Higher profit margins are important because they give companies more financial flexibility. Higher margins generally come with more cash flow, which companies use for things like research and development, acquisitions, and paying dividends.

Coca-Cola can operate at higher margins largely because of its focus on beverages, operational efficiency, and the pricing power it has thanks to its strong brands. PepsiCo's margins aren't shabby by any means, but its broader business means it has more complexities to deal with, which can lower efficiency.

There's a difference in portfolio diversification

PepsiCo's revenue gap over Coca-Cola can be attributed to its larger portfolio that includes beverages, snacks, and nutrition products. Coca-Cola's portfolio only consists of beverages. Both have iconic brands, including, but not limited to, the following:

Coca-Cola: Coca-Cola, Sprite, Powerade, Dasani, and Minute Maid.

PepsiCo: Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Doritos, and Aquafina.

PepsiCo's vast portfolio can help provide a cushion during times when beverage sales may lag or consumer preferences shift. Coca-Cola dominates the beverage segment, but PepsiCo's diverse portfolio allows it to take advantage of consumer trends across multiple categories.

A good example would be PepsiCo's introduction of products tailored to health-conscious consumers, among them Naked Juice for vegetable and fruit-based smoothies, whole grain breakfast options, and sugar-free, zero-calorie alternatives to traditional sodas.

Both companies have admirable dividends

Regarding dividends, Coca-Cola leads PepsiCo slightly. At their current share prices, Coca-Cola has a 3.2% yield compared to PepsiCo's 2.8%.

Coca-Cola has increased its dividend annually for 61 straight years while PepsiCo has a 50-year streak, so both are Dividend Kings. However, PepsiCo has been increasing its dividend by larger percentages in recent years. PepsiCo has boosted its payouts by 36% in the past five years compared to Coca-Cola's 18%.

Dividend yields fluctuate with stock price, so you don't want yield to be a determining factor in your investment thesis, but it's important nonetheless. Maybe more important, though, is the sustainability of the dividend.

Neither Coca-Cola nor PepsiCo is in danger of needing to cut their dividends, but it's worth noting how much lower Coca-Cola's 56% dividend payout ratio is than PepsiCo's 81%. Coca-Cola's lower payout ratio gives it more flexibility to reinvest in the business or potentially accelerate its dividend increases.

Which should investors go with?

For long-term investors, the better choice now seems to be Coca-Cola. The stock is more expensive, with a price-to-sales ratio of 5.6 compared to PepsiCo's 2.7, but it has the foundation to be a stable and high-yielding stock for the long haul.

Between its top-tier brand equity, impressive margins, and lucrative dividend, Coca-Cola seems to be the more appealing choice for investors looking for reliability and a shareholder-friendly company. It also passes the Warren Buffett test as it is one of his top holdings.

Your PRU didn't work out so well for me. However, finally on the move.