Sparkling Dividends Face-Off: Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi

The battle between PepsiCo (PEP) and Coca-Cola (KO) is world famous. Both companies are among the world's largest beverage suppliers. Their products, distribution locations, customers, even advertising campaigns are very similar. In fundamental economics we exemplify Coke and Pepsi as perfect substitutes to each other. They are both producer and retailer of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages. Surprisingly, both companies have market caps right above $110 billion. However, their past performance, current fundamental ratios, and future estimations are slightly different. Here is a brief analysis of Pepsi and Coca-Cola (data from Finviz): PepsiCo manufactures foods, snacks, carbonated and non-carbonated beverages worldwide. The company operates in four divisions: PepsiCo Americas Foods (PAF), PepsiCo Americas Beverages (PAB), PepsiCo Europe, and PepsiCo Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA). PepsiCo Europe division operates in the food and beverage sectors in Europe. Pepsi’s most famous brands include, but not limited to, Frito Lay Snacks, Pepsi-Cola beverages,... Read more