Coca Cola Co Stock Price, News & Analysis

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) has announced the pricing of offers to purchase any outstanding U.S. dollar-denominated and Euro-denominated notes. These offers, detailed in the Offer to Purchase dated April 28, 2021, include various series of notes with significant principal amounts, including $1 billion in 2.950% Notes due 2025 and $1.75 billion in 2.875% Notes due 2025. The total consideration for the Dollar Notes ranges from $1,083.96 to $1,085.22, based on reference yields and fixed spreads. The Offers aim to manage the Company's debt effectively.

The Coca-Cola Company has appointed Saadia Madsbjerg as Vice President of Global Community Affairs and President of The Coca-Cola Foundation, effective June 1. Madsbjerg, a former managing director at The Rockefeller Foundation, will oversee the Foundation's philanthropic operations and grant-making activities. She has a background in corporate strategy and sustainable investing. Bea Perez, Chief Communications Officer, expressed enthusiasm about Madsbjerg's extensive experience in addressing global challenges. The Coca-Cola Foundation has awarded over $1 billion in grants since its inception in 1984.

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) announced cash offers to purchase all outstanding U.S. dollar and Euro-denominated notes. As of April 28, 2021, about $4.25 billion in Dollar Notes and €2.2 billion in Euro Notes are outstanding. The offers, which began on April 28, 2021, will expire on May 5, 2021. The funds for the purchases will be sourced from new note offerings and cash on hand. Accepted notes will be retired and canceled. Holders may receive priority in new Euro notes allocations if they participate in the offers.

The Coca-Cola Company elected Monica Howard Douglas as the new senior vice president and general counsel. Douglas, a 17-year veteran of the company, previously served as chief compliance officer and will oversee the global legal function, reporting to CEO James Quincey. The board also appointed Jeffrey Gilbert as vice president and Chief Security Officer and Lucy Reid as vice president of Strategic Ingredient Supply. Additionally, Coca-Cola declared a quarterly dividend of 42 cents per share, marking a 2.4% increase from the previous quarter.

The Coca-Cola Company announced the appointment of Bradley Gayton as a strategic consultant, effective immediately. In this role, he will collaborate with Chairman and CEO James Quincey to advance key objectives. Gayton, previously senior vice president and global general counsel, is credited with driving innovation and diversity initiatives since joining Coca-Cola from Ford Motor Company. His successor will be named later. Quincey highlighted Gayton's strategic leadership, affirming confidence in his continued contributions to the company.

The Coca-Cola Company reported Q1 2021 results, revealing a 5% growth in net revenues to $9.0 billion, driven by a 5% increase in concentrate sales. Operating margin improved to 30.2%, up from 27.7%, attributed to effective cost management, though currency fluctuations presented headwinds. EPS decreased 19% to $0.52, while comparable EPS grew 8%. Cash from operations rose to $1.6 billion. The company is launching several new products, including smartwater®+ and Coca-Cola® with Coffee, to capitalize on market recovery.

The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) announced plans for CCBA to become a publicly traded company through an initial public offering (IPO), expected within the next 18 months. The IPO aims to allow CCBA to operate independently as an Africa-focused business, with shares listed primarily in Amsterdam and Johannesburg. This move is part of Coca-Cola's strategy to focus on innovation and brand development, reinforcing its commitment to the African market, which it sees as a key growth area.

The Coca-Cola Company and Jel Sert have launched POWERADE Sports Freezer Bars, now available nationally. These bars come in popular flavors like Mountain Berry Blast and Fruit Punch, and feature the Advanced Electrolyte Solution, ION4, which provides essential electrolytes. The packaging is recyclable through a partnership with TerraCycle, addressing waste concerns. According to John Larson from Coca-Cola, the collaboration aims to meet consumer demand for innovative sports hydration options.

Dunkin' has launched ready-to-drink bottled Iced Coffee in collaboration with The Coca-Cola Company, featuring flavors inspired by Girl Scout Cookies: Thin Mints, Coconut Caramel, and S'mores. Available in 13.7 fl oz bottles nationwide, these flavors aim to appeal to fans looking for a refreshing drink. Additionally, a limited-edition merchandise collection called 'The Chill Collection' will launch, offering fans exclusive items. This initiative strengthens Dunkin's brand appeal while enhancing its product lineup, reflecting a focus on collaboration and innovation.