The soda industry is changing fast. For years, Coke and Pepsi fought over who could make the sweetest, most bubbly drink. Now, they're both trying to win over health-conscious consumers with a new kind of soda. These aren't your grandma's colas. They're prebiotic sodas, designed to be good for your gut. Coke is leading the charge with Simply Pop. This new drink is p...
Poppi, a popular prebiotic soda brand, is now under the ownership of PepsiCo. This deal, valued at nearly $2 billion, is a significant move in the soda industry. It is a clear sign that big soda companies are shifting their focus towards healthier options. The acquisition is part of a broader trend where traditional soda giants are looking to capitalize on the growi...
Getting healthier to you may sound like something of a chore. Here's a different take on this idea: Let's talk about how some companies, like PepsiCo, are navigating the rising tide of health-conscious consumers and inflation at the same time. One big area to get heads around is the decrease of snack sales in the last quarter. Really and truly, we are talki...
You might know PepsiCo as the company behind your favorite soda, but did you know they're in hot water with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)? The FTC has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo, accusing them of something called price discrimination. This means PepsiCo is alleged to have given one big retailer, rumored to be Walmart, better deals than their competitors. We...
PepsiCo, a heavy hitter in the food and beverage world, is worth a closer look for anyone eyeing a solid long-term investment. The company boasts a whopping 52 years of consecutive dividend increases, which is no small feat. It's like the oldest sibling in the consumer staples family, known for weathering economic storms with resilience. PepsiCo's portfolio is impre...
PepsiCo has adjusted its expectations for 2024, forecasting a smaller increase in organic revenue due to several issues. Problems like recalled Quaker Foods products, reduced U.S. demand, and international business disruptions have led to weaker-than-expected sales. Pepsi now expects a low-single-digit rise in organic revenue, down from an earlier predicted 4% growth...
The battle for the hearts, minds, and taste buds of the world is about to get a major movie treatment. Judd Apatow is directing Cola Wars, a film about the epic struggle between Pepsi and Coca-Cola, with Steven Spielberg as a producer. But is this really a story worth telling? What if the rivalry between these two soda giants is just a manufactured myth? Has the aut...