COKE
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. · Consumer Staples · Beverages - Non-Alcoholic
Last
$188.82
+$2.66 (+1.43%) 11:40 AM ET
Prev close $186.16
Open $187.46
Day high $188.82
Day low $186.19
Volume 86,755
Avg vol 511,259
Mkt cap
$12.39B
P/E ratio
27.73
FY Revenue
$7.23B
EPS
6.81
Gross Margin
39.74%
Sector
Consumer Staples
AI report sections
COKE
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc.
Coca-Cola Consolidated exhibits very strong recent price momentum near its 52-week high with multiple bullish technical signals, but this is paired with extremely overbought momentum readings that increase the risk of near-term pullbacks. Fundamentally, the company shows solid margins, healthy free cash flow generation, and positive revenue and operating cash flow growth while facing declining net income, negative equity, and meaningful leverage. Valuation multiples appear elevated relative to earnings and cash flow, even as news flow and sentiment remain broadly positive and short interest is moderate.
AI summarized at 4:04 PM ET, 2026-03-02
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 63 SWING: 78 LONG: 69
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−10% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.90×
RSI
42.69 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.04 (Weak)
MACD: 0.06 Signal: 0.10
Short-Term
-1.56 (Weak)
MACD: -0.06 Signal: 1.50
Long-Term
-1.62 (Weak)
MACD: 6.16 Signal: 7.78
Intraday trend score 49.38

Latest news

COKE 12 articles Positive: 9 Neutral: 2 Negative: 1
Positive Benzinga • Na
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Dividend

Coca-Cola Consolidated announced a second quarter 2026 dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on May 8, 2026, to shareholders of record as of April 24, 2026. The largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States serves approximately 60 million consumers across 14 states and the District of Columbia.

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Sentiment note

The company announced a dividend payment, which indicates financial stability and profitability. Regular dividend declarations are generally viewed positively by investors as they demonstrate management confidence in the company's cash flow and commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Positive The Motley Fool • Rick Munarriz
3 Surprising Stocks That Hit Fresh Highs Last Week

While most markets declined last week, three consumer discretionary stocks hit fresh highs: Coca-Cola Consolidated, McDonald's, and Restaurant Brands International. Coca-Cola Consolidated has delivered 16 consecutive years of revenue growth and is up nearly 7x over five years. McDonald's achieved record net margins of 27% in 2025 and is on track to become a Dividend King. Restaurant Brands International posted the strongest revenue growth at 12% in 2025 with the highest dividend yield among the three.

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Sentiment note

Hit all-time high last week, up 51% over past year and nearly 7x over five years. Demonstrates 16 consecutive years of positive revenue growth with steady, reliable business performance and low-beta characteristics.

Positive The Motley Fool • Todd Shriber
Meet the Monster Stock That Continues to Crush the Market

Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE), the largest independent bottler of Coca-Cola products, has emerged as a significant outperformer, acting more like a growth stock than a traditional consumer staples stock. The company posted strong 2025 operating results with gains in net sales, gross profit, and operating income, benefiting from Coca-Cola's diverse portfolio including Monster, Dasani, and Core Power brands. After a 34% surge in February, the stock trades near all-time highs and offers dividend payments plus share buyback capacity.

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Sentiment note

Strong 2025 operating results with gains in net sales, gross profit, and operating income. Stock has significantly outperformed the market and sector, acting as a multibagger. Company benefits from diversified Coca-Cola product portfolio, maintains dividend payments, and actively repurchases shares. Trading near all-time highs with solid long-term fundamentals.

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. Announces First Quarter Dividend

Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ: COKE), the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States, announced a first quarter 2026 dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on February 6, 2026, to shareholders of record as of January 23, 2026.

COKE dividend announcement first quarter 2026 Coca-Cola Consolidated shareholder returns beverage distribution
Sentiment note

The company announced a dividend payment, which demonstrates financial stability and commitment to returning value to shareholders. Regular dividend declarations are typically viewed positively by investors as they indicate healthy cash flow and management confidence in the company's financial position.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Matt Dilallo
Can This Dividend King Outlast A Recession And Grow Its Payout For 7 More Years?

Coca-Cola demonstrates strong potential to continue its 63-year dividend growth streak, with robust global beverage portfolio, consistent organic revenue growth, and a strong financial position that can potentially withstand economic downturns.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as part of a strategic transaction with Coca-Cola, with no detailed performance analysis provided

Positive The Motley Fool • Keith Noonan
Why Coca-Cola Consolidated Stock Skyrocketed This Week

Coca-Cola Consolidated's stock surged 15.8% after buying back $2.4 billion in common stock from Coca-Cola Company, increasing its autonomy and benefiting from sector rotation trends away from speculative stocks.

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Sentiment note

Stock price increased 15.8%, year-to-date gains of 26%, completed strategic stock buyback that increases company autonomy

Positive The Motley Fool • Josh Kohn-Lindquist
Why Coca-Cola Consolidated Stock Popped Today

Coca-Cola Consolidated reported strong Q3 earnings with sales, adjusted net income, and cash from operations rising, leading to a positive stock market response and continued margin improvements.

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Sentiment note

Reported 3% sales growth, 7% adjusted net income increase, 10% cash from operations rise, and continued margin expansion from 35% to 39% since 2020

Neutral Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter Dividend

Coca-Cola Consolidated has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on November 7, 2025, to stockholders of record as of October 24, 2025.

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Sentiment note

The announcement is a routine dividend declaration without significant positive or negative implications, representing standard corporate financial communication

Positive Investing.com • Brett Owens
5 Big Dividend Hikes to Expect This Quarter

The article discusses five companies expected to significantly increase their dividend payouts in the upcoming quarter, highlighting their financial performance, growth strategies, and potential for dividend expansion.

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Sentiment note

Demonstrated consistent top-line growth, impressive profitability, and significant dividend expansion with a 400% increase

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Dividend

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. announced a dividend of $2.50 per share for the second quarter of 2025, payable on May 9, 2025, to stockholders of record as of April 25, 2025.

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Sentiment note

The company announced a dividend payment, which is generally seen as a positive sign for shareholders.

Negative Benzinga • Erica Kollmann
Deadly Bird Flu Strain Hits Dairy Cows: 'Could Make COVID Seem Like A Walk In The Park,' Expert Says

A deadly strain of bird flu, the D1.1 variant, has been detected in six dairy herds in Nevada, marking the first time this strain has been found in cattle. Experts warn that this virus could be more severe than COVID-19.

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Sentiment note

Coca-Cola Consolidated has over 80 dairy products and could be impacted by potential dairy price increases or shortages due to the bird flu outbreak in cattle.

Positive The Motley Fool • The Motley Fool
Want Safe Dividend Income in 2024 and Beyond? Invest in the Following 3 Ultra-High-Yield Stocks.

The article recommends investing in three companies - Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and Target - that have a long history of paying and increasing dividends, making them attractive options for safe dividend income in the coming years.

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Sentiment note

Coca-Cola has a long history of paying and increasing dividends, having raised them annually for 62 straight years. The company's payout ratio of 78% indicates a cushion to maintain its dividend payments.

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