COKE
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. · Consumer Staples · Beverages - Non-Alcoholic
Last
$202.21
+$2.74 (+1.37%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $202.39 +$0.18 (+0.09%) 7:27 AM ET
Prev close $199.47
Open $196.88
Day high $204.17
Day low $196.00
Volume 881,531
Avg vol 449,214
Mkt cap
$13.48B
P/E ratio
29.69
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 shows firm upward price momentum over the past 6–12 months supported by bullish technical signals and a price near the top of its 52-week range. Fundamentally, the company combines steady revenue and earnings growth with solid margins, strong cash generation, and high returns on equity, though this is paired with a relatively full valuation and a leveraged balance sheet. Short interest metrics and recent news indicate generally constructive sentiment with manageable positioning risk.
AI summarized at 6:15 PM ET, 2026-02-18
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 76 SWING: 79 LONG: 82
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+122% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.22×
RSI
83.71 (Overbought)
Overbought (>70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.05 (Weak)
MACD: 0.18 Signal: 0.22
Short-Term
+4.40 (Strong)
MACD: 10.77 Signal: 6.37
Long-Term
+4.46 (Strong)
MACD: 8.78 Signal: 4.32
Intraday trend score 85.41

Latest news

COKE 12 articles Positive: 6 Neutral: 5 Negative: 1
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.

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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.

COKE Coca-Cola Consolidated dividend
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.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Daniel Foelber
Coca-Cola Is an Outstanding Dividend King, but It Has a Glaring Problem

Coca-Cola's third-quarter earnings were good, but a decline in sales volume is a concern. The company has faced challenges like the pandemic and inflation, but its dividend remains reliable. Long-term investors may still find Coca-Cola a safe income stock despite the volume issues.

COKE Coca-Cola dividend sales volume inflation pandemic
Sentiment note

Coca-Cola's third-quarter earnings were good, with organic sales growth and adjusted EPS increase. However, the company faced a decline in sales volume, which is a concern. The company has handled inflation well, but the volume decline is a sign of a problem that needs to be addressed.

Neutral Benzinga • Benzinga Neuro, Benzinga Staff Writer
Coca Cola's Efforts To Entice Gen Z Fall Flat: Spiced Discontinued After Just 6 Months

Coca-Cola is discontinuing its Spiced flavor after just 6 months on the market, as the company adjusts its product lineup to keep up with evolving consumer preferences.

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Sentiment note

Coca-Cola is discontinuing its Spiced flavor after a short run, indicating the company is adjusting its product lineup to adapt to changing consumer preferences. This suggests a neutral sentiment, as the company is making strategic moves to stay relevant, but the discontinuation of a new product also implies it did not resonate with the target audience as expected.

Neutral Benzinga • Zacks
Is First Trust Mid Cap Growth AlphaDEX ETF a Strong ETF Right Now?

The article discusses the First Trust Mid Cap Growth AlphaDEX ETF (FNY), analyzing its performance, risk profile, and comparing it to other mid-cap growth ETFs like Vanguard Mid-Cap Growth ETF (VOT) and iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF (IWP).

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Sentiment note

The article mentions Coca-Cola Consolidated as one of the top holdings of the First Trust Mid Cap Growth AlphaDEX ETF, but does not provide any specific commentary on the company.

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