{"version": "https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1", "title": "Sharemaestro Newsreel: Brazil Beverages - Non-Alcoholic news", "home_page_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/newsreel/br/consumer-defensive/beverages-non-alcoholic/", "feed_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/newsreel/br/consumer-defensive/beverages-non-alcoholic/feed.json", "description": "Latest Beverages - Non-Alcoholic company headlines from Brazil, newest first, with source links and direct routes to company research and sentiment.", "language": "en", "items": [{"id": "source:2b213382fc601a497c4ac221330995e5e8c38d3cbff1f8c5d43569c9728107a8", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-raised-guidance-margin-231511209.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-raised-guidance-margin-231511209.html", "title": "Coca-Cola\u2019s Raised Guidance And Margin Gains Might Change The Case For Investing In Coca-Cola (KO)", "content_text": "Coca-Cola recently posted a strong second quarter, with healthy global demand, improving margins, broad-based volume growth, and management raising full-year revenue and earnings guidance. This upgraded outlook, alongside ongoing market-share gains and disciplined cost control, has reinforced investor confidence in the company's ability to sustain its operating performance. We'll now explore how Coca-Cola's raised full-year guidance and margin improvement shape the company's broader investment narrative for investors. 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The stock currently trades at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 25.22X, well above the Zacks Beverages \u2013 Soft Drinks industry average of 19.33X and the S&P 500's 20.81X. This valuation premium could raise concerns among investors about whether the stock's recent gains have stretched its valuation. Coca-Cola also looks expensive on a sales basis. Its forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 7.44X is considerably higher than the industry average of 4.69X, further highlighting its premium valuation.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research KO Trades at a Premium to Peers At 25.22X P/E, Coca-Cola commands a substantially higher valuation than several of its key peers, including PepsiCo Inc. PEP, Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc. KDP and Primo Brands Corporation PRMB. PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper and Primo Brands trade at forward 12-month P/E multiples of 15.67X, 11.95X and 16.87X, respectively, all significantly below Coca-Cola's multiple. The valuation gap is particularly notable, given that these peers continue to pursue growth opportunities while offering investors more modest entry multiples. Coca-Cola's Strong Rally Supports Premium Valuation KO shares have gained 23.7% year to date, comfortably outperforming the Zacks Beverages \u2013 Soft Drinks industry's 13.7% advance and the Zacks Consumer Staples sector's 9% return. The stock has also outpaced the S&P 500's 13.1% growth in the same period. Among its key peers, Coca-Cola has significantly outperformed PepsiCo, shares of which have declined 3.6% year to date, as well as Keurig Dr Pepper, which has gained 4.2%. However, KO has lagged Primo Brands, shares of which have rallied 44.4% in the same period. Coca-Cola's YTD Stock ReturnZacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Coca-Cola currently trades at $86.48, about 4.9% below its recent 52-week high of $90.92 and 32.3% above its 52-week low of $65.35. The stock is also trading above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, reflecting continued positive price momentum. KO Stock Trades Above 50 & 500-Day Moving AveragesZacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research While Coca-Cola's strong share-price performance underscores investor confidence in the company's defensive business model and growth prospects, its premium valuation relative to the industry, broader market and key peers could limit near-term upside and warrants a closer look from investors. Story Continues Why Has KO Stock Been on the Rise? Coca-Cola's stock momentum appears to be underpinned by improving business fundamentals, including broad-based volume growth, margin expansion, market-share gains and an upgraded earnings outlook. In the second quarter of 2026, organic revenues increased 6%, while unit case volume advanced 5%. Growth was broad-based, with the company gaining value share and delivering organic revenue growth at the high end of its long-term growth algorithm. Management highlighted strong momentum across the business, with growth coming from a wider mix of markets, brands and beverage categories. The company's performance also reflects the strength of its revenue growth management strategy. Coca-Cola has been balancing affordability and premiumization to address varying consumer needs while continuing to invest behind its brands. This approach has helped the company protect demand, improve the quality of its top line and expand margins despite an uneven consumer environment. Management also emphasized that margin gains have been supported by the company's increasingly asset-light model, resilient supply chain, and disciplined management of costs and investments. Brand strength provides another fundamental catalyst. The trademark Coca-Cola, Powerade, fairlife and several other brands delivered healthy demand trends, while major marketing ini", "date_published": "2026-08-12T13:07:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}, {"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}, {"id": "source:cc2b94b9817929fcae4687c201012fb1f4a150c00f88d3f8c8ebc44f7f189a02", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/video/forget-big-tech-real-ai-100000112.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/video/forget-big-tech-real-ai-100000112.html", "title": "Forget big tech: the real AI money is in plumbing", "content_text": "Host Kenny Polcari joins Yahoo Finance's Jared Blikre and Founder ETFs' Michael Monaghan to explore the data showing why founder-led companies significantly outperform the market. The panel also breaks down the flawless execution of the SpaceX IPO, the overlooked opportunities in AI infrastructure, and why the next major productivity boom will mirror the historical shift from steam to electricity. Video Transcript 0:04 spk_0 Welcome to Trader Talk. I'm Kenny Pilcari, your host, and today I am joined by Jared Blicky, who's the Yahoo Finance markets and data editor, along with Michael Monahan, who is a partner and portfolio manager at Founder ETFs and the Founder 100 ETF which I thinkIt is a fascinating product. So we're gonna talk about that. Actually, I want to kick that off and talk about that specifically because I think that's a great concept. So, tell the audience a little bit what you mean by the Founder 100. 0:31 spk_1 With the Founder100, we have a portfolio of what we believe to be the 100 best founder-led companies in the US stock market.The reason we chose to do that, we looked at historical data that said that founder-led companies tend to outperform by 3 times versus a board hired CEO. 0:47 spk_0 So give me a couple of examples just so people understand what we're talking about. A couple of companies. 0:51 spk_1 Yeah, so our stump speeches, we own Nvidia but not Intel. We own Dell but not Apple. We own Capital One, not American Express.We own Monster Beverage, not Coca-Cola. 1:01 spk_2 So in these, in these companies, uh, a lot of these founders, so there's a complaint that the super voting shares that they have are actually a detriment to shareholders, but you're kind of positioned the opposite way. You're like, these companies we want to invest in because the founders have a bigger stake. 1:17 spk_1 Yeah, we, we, we've looked at that and that seems to be an emotional statement that people make, but the data doesn't show that. The data shows that the super voting founders outperform. 1:26 spk_0 Well, because they have so much skin in the game, right? So they wanna, I would imagine that they'd want to outperform. So how long is this, your ETF been existed? 1:34 spk_1 So we launched the product December 18th of last year. There's a companion index on Bloomberg that looks, that you can look up under founders that has a 27 year track record. 1:44 spk_0 And so how's you, how have you been performing? 1:47 spk_1 So we went through this apocalypse and uh we did a drawdown then and that's one thing we should talk about is where the drawdowns do and don't happen in these products. But ever since the war, uh, started in late February, we've outperformed the S&P 500 in the war backdrop. 2:02 spk_0 Ithink that's great. I think it's really fascinating. I want to talk more about that, but we have so much other, so much other stuff that I want to get to. And so let's just talk about, we're talking about founders, we're talking about growth. Um, where do we think the next kind of wave?I mean, right now we're in the middle of this AI revolution, which I think is still very much in the early stages. I don't think there's anywhere near being over yet. But talk about, you know, either within that tech space, adjacent tech space, adjacent to the tech spaces, where do we see the growth coming from or where are you seeing it coming from? 2:30 spk_2 So, the products that we use every day, that's not where the, uh, profits are coming from. That's where a lot of the growth is coming from. But, you know, OpenAI, that, that IPO.It's a big question mark right now because he wants a billion dollars or $1 trillion dollar valuation. That's gonna be hard to do. But the further you move away from the AI user, you get from, you know, the data centers to the chips and all the way to electrical and power, that's where the most profits are right now. Right? And 2:55 spk_0 I think that's actually maybe one that's less understood by a lot of the investi", "date_published": "2026-08-12T10:00:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34", "M1NS34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}, {"symbol": "M1NS34", "name": "Monster Beverage Corporation", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/dec9d7fe-ede0-4120-8484-4510c68af822/"}]}}, {"id": "source:74f3d048dd1d00375c95daba29e3be92447fbbc611abb5f2aea0fa79900b8408", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/pepsico-pep-enters-fresh-meals-091041701.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/pepsico-pep-enters-fresh-meals-091041701.html", "title": "PepsiCo (PEP) Enters Fresh Meals With Its US Alvalle Gazpacho Launch", "content_text": "Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. PepsiCo (NasdaqGS:PEP) has launched its Alvalle gazpacho line in the U.S., moving into the fresh, refrigerated meal category. The company also announced a multi-year beverage partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, replacing the NFL franchise's prior beverage sponsor of 50 years. The Alvalle launch and Buccaneers deal highlight PepsiCo's push into ingredient-focused convenience foods and new sports marketing channels. For investors tracking PepsiCo, this is a useful moment to also review other consumer and beverage stocks that may be trading below their assessed quality and fundamentals via 49 high quality undervalued stocks.NasdaqGS:PEP Earnings & Revenue Growth as at Aug 2026 PepsiCo, a US$188.0b beverage and convenient foods company operating worldwide, is using the Alvalle launch and the Buccaneers partnership to lean further into fresh meal options and sports themed marketing channels that sit alongside its established drinks portfolio. 4 things going right for PepsiCo that this headline doesn't cover. What PepsiCo's Alvalle and Buccaneers moves signal for the bull and bear cases For investors, this news leans toward the existing bull Narrative for PepsiCo. Alvalle fits the push into more ingredient focused and permissible products, tying into the health oriented catalyst that analysts already flag as important for the company. The Buccaneers agreement supports the away from home and omnichannel theme by deepening presence in stadium, foodservice and experiential channels. On the bear side, these launches and partnerships do not directly address concerns about reliance on legacy core categories or execution risk in North America, so those questions remain open. If we take a look at the community Narrative for PepsiCo, we can see how this news fits into the bigger investment story. The key test for this read will come through concrete performance data in PepsiCo's North America segment over the 2026 and 2027 football seasons, particularly any reported traction for Alvalle and stadium beverage volumes in upcoming quarterly results and management commentary. For the full picture including more risks and rewards, check out the complete PepsiCo analysis. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include PEP. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@simplywallst.com View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-12T09:10:41+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}, {"id": "source:d2b644ee12f724f5845e7eb80fa55b57e1f78629856bfd952ad23df9ee048a41", "url": "https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/pepsico-stock-has-stalled-here-why-second-half-2026-could-be-its-turning-point", "external_url": "https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/pepsico-stock-has-stalled-here-why-second-half-2026-could-be-its-turning-point", "title": "PepsiCo Stock Has Stalled. Here Is Why the Second Half of 2026 Could Be Its Turning Point.", "content_text": "Key Points PepsiCo has changed its product mix to better align itself with today's consumer tastes. Revenue growth has returned after a flat performance last year. The company offers investors a higher dividend yield at a lower valuation compared to archrival Coca-Cola.10 stocks we like better than PepsiCo \u203a Like many companies in the packaged foods industry, PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) has struggled. A focus on healthy beverages and foods forced it to pivot to meet consumer demands. Still, while investors have seen signs of growth recovery, its stock has continued to struggle. The company's stock s", "date_published": "2026-08-12T08:30:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "nasdaq.com"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}, {"id": "source:13a717ea8c7eaf4e0aed3a9c086c3ecc65b24caf01614c9f0a000a6fe7137bd3", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-ko-names-luca-061353574.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-ko-names-luca-061353574.html", "title": "Coca Cola (KO) Names Luca Santandrea General Director For Poland And Baltics", "content_text": "Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) has appointed Luca Santandrea as the new General Director for Poland and the Baltic markets. Santandrea brings nearly 20 years of international experience within Coca-Cola across emerging and developed markets. The leadership change focuses on Coca-Cola's operations and brand positioning in Poland and the wider Baltic region. This kind of leadership move highlights how global consumer companies rethink regional strategy and can prompt a closer look at other quality stocks that may be trading at appealing valuations through 49 high quality undervalued stocks.NYSE:KO 1-Year Stock Price Chart Coca-Cola, a US based beverage company with a market cap of about $373.8b, sells a wide range of nonalcoholic drinks in the United States and internationally. Leadership choices in Poland and the Baltics can influence how its global portfolio reaches consumers in that region. Does the team leading Coca-Cola have what it takes? See our full breakdown of the management team's track record and compensation. Why does Coca-Cola's choice of Luca Santandrea matter for Poland and the Baltics? The appointment brings a leader who has worked across Mexico, Italy, Albania and multiple Southeast European markets, including Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo and North Macedonia. For you, the key angle is how that regional experience translates into tailoring Coca-Cola's portfolio, pricing and route to market in Poland and the Baltic states. Does this leadership move change the Coca-Cola Narrative? This news sits close to the Narrative's focus on emerging market growth and execution through refranchised bottlers. Santandrea has worked closely with Coca-Cola HBC and on integrating new territories, so investors watching the Narrative can treat this as a real world test of those system strength and market penetration assumptions in another European region. If we take a look at the community Narrative for Coca-Cola, we can see how this news fits into the bigger investment story. What should investors watch next to judge if this appointment is working? A practical checkpoint is how Poland and the Baltics contribute to Coca-Cola's volume and revenue commentary in upcoming quarterly updates through 2027. Any clearer references to outlet expansion, mix toward categories like value added dairy, or digital ordering in Central and Eastern Europe would show whether this leadership shift is gaining traction. Story Continues For the full picture including more risks and rewards, check out the complete Coca-Cola analysis. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include KO. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@simplywallst.com View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-12T06:13:53+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}]}}, {"id": "source:2e89f76d49b77cb058e9228b1b1fcf167cff25628f70ac655af91bbf64f719c9", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/3-cash-producing-stocks-approach-022122208.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/3-cash-producing-stocks-approach-022122208.html", "title": "3 Cash-Producing Stocks We Approach with Caution", "content_text": "3 Cash-Producing Stocks We Approach with Caution Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments. Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities. Not all companies are created equal, and StockStory is here to surface the ones with real upside. Keeping that in mind, here are three cash-producing companies to avoid and some better opportunities instead. Bandwidth (BAND) Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin: 8.1% Powering communications for tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Zoom, Bandwidth (NASDAQ:BAND) provides cloud-based communications software and APIs that enable businesses to embed voice, messaging, and emergency services into their applications and platforms. Why Is BAND Risky? Annual revenue growth of 11.9% over the last two years was below our standards for the software sector Bad unit economics and steep infrastructure costs are reflected in its gross margin of 37.2%, one of the worst among software companies Operating margin didn't move over the last year, showing it couldn't increase its efficiency Bandwidth is trading at $49.74 per share, or 1.6x forward price-to-sales. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why BAND doesn't pass our bar. PepsiCo (PEP) Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin: 10% With a history that goes back more than a century, PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) is a household name in food and beverages today and best known for its flagship soda. Why Does PEP Give Us Pause? Declining unit sales over the past two years imply it may need to invest in product improvements to get back on track Anticipated sales growth of 3.4% for the next year implies demand will be shaky Earnings growth underperformed the sector average over the last three years as its EPS grew by just 5% annually PepsiCo's stock price of $139.24 implies a valuation ratio of 15.9x forward P/E. To fully understand why you should be careful with PEP, check out our full research report (it's free). AGCO (AGCO) Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin: 3.2% With a history that features both organic growth and acquisitions, AGCO (NYSE:AGCO) designs, manufactures, and sells agricultural machinery and related technology. Why Do We Steer Clear of AGCO? Flat sales over the last five years suggest it must find different ways to grow during this cycle Falling earnings per share over the last five years has some investors worried as stock prices ultimately follow EPS over the long term Eroding returns on capital suggest its historical profit centers are aging Story Continues At $102.86 per share, AGCO trades at 15.3x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than AGCO. High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions ALSO WORTH WATCHING: Top 5 Momentum Stocks. The best time to own a great stock is when the market is finally noticing it. These aren't just high-quality businesses. Something is happening with them right now. Elite fundamentals meet near-term momentum \u2014 both boxes checked at the same time. Find out which stocks our AI platform is flagging this week. See this week's Strong Momentum stocks \u2014 FREE. Get Our Strong Momentum Stocks for Free HERE. Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,460% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Tecnoglass (+1,552% between June 2020 and June 2025). Find your next big winner with StockStory today. View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-12T02:21:22+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}, {"id": "source:dc22b03489c9fd877b5ffb4741805514cfbc9187327ddd2cf6252ce48b790f54", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/2-profitable-stocks-competitive-advantages-014922966.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/2-profitable-stocks-competitive-advantages-014922966.html", "title": "2 Profitable Stocks with Competitive Advantages and 1 We Brush Off", "content_text": "2 Profitable Stocks with Competitive Advantages and 1 We Brush Off While profitability is essential, it doesn't guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies \u2014 as Jeff Bezos said, \"Your margin is my opportunity\". Not all profitable companies are created equal, and that's why we built StockStory - to help you find the ones that truly shine bright. Keeping that in mind, here are two profitable companies that balance growth and profitability and one best left off your watchlist. One Stock to Sell: Salesforce (CRM) Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 20.4% With its cloud-based platform named after its stock ticker symbol CRM (Customer Relationship Management), Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) provides customer relationship management software that helps businesses connect with their customers across sales, service, marketing, and commerce. Why Does CRM Fall Short? Products, pricing, or go-to-market strategy may need some adjustments as its 10.5% average billings growth over the last year was weak Projected sales growth of 10% for the next 12 months suggests sluggish demand Operating profits increased over the last year as the company gained some leverage on its fixed costs and became more efficient Salesforce's stock price of $191.89 implies a valuation ratio of 3.5x forward price-to-sales. To fully understand why you should be careful with CRM, check out our full research report (it's free). Two Stocks to Watch: Coca-Cola (KO) Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 29.7% A pioneer and behemoth in carbonated soft drinks, Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) is a storied beverage company best known for its flagship soda. Why Do We Watch KO? Unique products and pricing power are reflected in its best-in-class gross margin of 61.7% Disciplined cost controls and effective management resulted in a strong two-year operating margin of 28.8%, and it turbocharged its profits by achieving some fixed cost leverage Free cash flow margin increased by 30.1 percentage points over the last year, giving the company more capital to invest or return to shareholders Coca-Cola is trading at $87.11 per share, or 25.6x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it's free. Acuity Brands (AYI) Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 14.5% One of the pioneers of smart lights, Acuity (NYSE:AYI) designs and manufactures light fixtures and building management systems used in various industries. Why Does AYI Stand Out? 9.8% annual revenue growth over the last two years surpassed the sector average as its offerings resonated with customers Offerings are difficult to replicate at scale and lead to a best-in-class gross margin of 45.7% Free cash flow margin jumped by 8.6 percentage points over the last five years, giving the company more resources to pursue growth initiatives, repurchase shares, or pay dividends Story Continues At $359.58 per share, Acuity Brands trades at 16.8x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it's free. Stocks We Like Even More ALSO WORTH WATCHING: Top 5 Momentum Stocks. The best time to own a great stock is when the market is finally noticing it. These aren't just high-quality businesses. Something is happening with them right now. Elite fundamentals meet near-term momentum \u2014 both boxes checked at the same time. Find out which stocks our AI platform is flagging this week. See this week's Strong Momentum stocks \u2014 FREE. Get Our Strong Momentum Stocks for Free HERE. Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,460% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Kadant (+214% between June 2020 and June 2025). Find your next big winner with StockStory today. View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-12T01:49:22+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}]}}, {"id": "source:a2bd3746998a62509f0c10e8a01fceece351f9ee0b2c98b863178ce45b5782a4", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/strong-q2-2026-international-driven-013907519.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/strong-q2-2026-international-driven-013907519.html", "title": "Will Strong Q2 2026 International-Driven Results Change Monster Beverage's (MNST) Margin and Growth Narrative?", "content_text": "In the past week, Monster Beverage Corporation reported Q2 2026 results, with sales rising to US$2,537.47 million and net income to US$584.54 million, alongside higher earnings per share from continuing operations versus a year earlier. These results highlighted especially strong international momentum, as overseas markets and new product launches played a large role in lifting overall performance despite higher marketing and distribution costs. We'll now examine how this strong international-driven quarter reshapes Monster Beverage's investment narrative and what it may mean for margins. We'v", "date_published": "2026-08-12T01:39:07+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "M1NS34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "M1NS34", "name": "Monster Beverage Corporation", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/dec9d7fe-ede0-4120-8484-4510c68af822/"}]}}, {"id": "source:f6d56216711d9e62a2c543d36caf3993131dbab9d4d2e369ca8c3dcd8da20830", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-vs-pepsico-stock-225000498.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-vs-pepsico-stock-225000498.html", "title": "Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo Stock After Q2 Earnings: Which Is the Better Buy?", "content_text": "Coca-Cola KO) and PepsiCo PEP) have long been staples for investors seeking exposure to some of the world's most recognizable consumer brands. Both beverage giants also offer dependable dividends and defensive characteristics that can make their stocks attractive when economic uncertainty rises. However, their latest quarterly results suggest there is a widening gap between the two companies' near-term operating outlooks. Coca-Cola delivered an impressive second-quarter performance and raised its full-year guidance, supported by healthy global demand, improving margins and continued momentum a", "date_published": "2026-08-11T22:50:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "COCA34", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}, {"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}, {"id": "source:93cac66630ab10da641c27b08ae60199fe6b2f710b3984412fa357e7570fa94c", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/3-stock-portfolio-pays-monthly-221200821.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/3-stock-portfolio-pays-monthly-221200821.html", "title": "This 3 Stock Portfolio Pays Monthly Dividends", "content_text": "While most stocks pay quarterly dividends, investors can still construct a portfolio that allows them to get paid monthly. The first stock pays dividends in January, April, July, and October. The second stock pays out in February, May, August, and November. And finally, the third stock will pay its dividend in March, June, September, and December. So, investors can reap steady monthly paydays with just a little positioning. A combination of Coca-Cola KO, Caterpillar CAT, and Exxon Mobil XOM \u2013 shares would provide precisely the blend needed for this portfolio. Caterpillar Powers Data Centers Caterpillar has notably become a big beneficiary amid the AI infrastructure buildout, enjoying strong demand for its power products used in data center applications, primarily large reciprocating engines. The outsized sales growth has helped shares outperform over the last year, with Caterpillar's shareholder-friendly nature also a major positive, sporting an 8.2% five-year annualized dividend growth rate while also being a Dividend Aristocrat. Exxon Mobil Outperforms Exxon Mobil shares have delivered a strong performance in 2026 on the back of higher oil prices stemming from geopolitical concerns, outperforming the S&P 500 by a wide margin. The company's strong cash-generating abilities have made it a favorite among many income-focused investors. Like those above, XOM is a member of the elite Dividend Aristocrat group, carrying a respectable 3.8% five-year annualized dividend growth rate. Shares yield a solid 2.6% annually currently, with a payout ratio sitting at 64% of its earnings. Coca-Cola Remains Steady Coca-Cola, both a Dividend Aristocrat and a Dividend King, has long been known for its dividend-paying nature over its extensive history. Shares currently yield a solid 2.4% annually, with the company also sporting a shareholder-friendly 5% five-year annualized dividend growth rate. Bottom Line Investors love dividends, as they provide a nice buffer against the impact of drawdowns in other positions and provide a passive income stream. And while most companies pay their dividends on a quarterly basis, investors can construct a portfolio that allows for monthly payouts with just a bit of positioning. For those interested in this type of portfolio, the combination of all three stocks above \u2013 Coca-Cola KO, Caterpillar CAT, and Exxon Mobil XOM \u2013 would provide the necessary blend needed. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) : Free Stock Analysis Report CocaCola Company (The) (KO) : Free Stock Analysis Report ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (XOM) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-11T22:12:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}]}}, {"id": "source:cdbdeefa9f820281da79938663236b10cb8265dc04fa4e9db0cea3d90eafe5bf", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/small-business/articles/she-spent-200-start-side-173111895.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/small-business/articles/she-spent-200-start-side-173111895.html", "title": "She Spent $200 to Start a Side Hustle From Her Closet While Working at NASA. It Now Outearns Her Six-Figure Salary", "content_text": "Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Many people dream about finding a second source of income that could one day match their regular paycheck. For one NASA engineer, that journey began with just $200, a guest bedroom closet and a simple goal of earning a little extra spending money. Four years later, the side hustle has grown into a business that now brings in more than $32,000 a month, according to CNBC. Don't Miss: Deloitte's #1 Fastest-Growing Software Company Lets Users Earn Money Just by Scrolling \u2014 Investors Can Still Get In at $0.52/Share AI Robots Have Already Fried More Than 5 Million Baskets Of Food. Everyday Investors Can Still Buy Into The Company Behind Them. A $200 Investment Turned Into a Six-Figure Business Eryn Andrews, 41, has worked at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston since 2008 as a human performance engineer, helping researchers understand how astronauts move and work in spacesuits. Outside office hours, she records voiceovers for corporate announcements, training videos and phone systems from a homemade recording booth in her closet. Andrews told CNBC that she started her side hustle in 2022 after becoming a newly divorced single mother. She wanted to earn an extra $200 a month so she could take her daughter out for ice cream or a trip to the children's museum without worrying about the cost. Andrews spent about $200 on a voiceover class, a microphone and basic soundproofing materials before creating a profile on Fiverr. With no experience, she accepted lower-paying jobs to build a portfolio and earned about $1,000 in her first month. The business eventually became much more than a way to earn extra spending money. \"To have a second income stream that, at this point, has far surpassed my main salary in a completely different industry, really give[s] me some breathing room,\" Andrews told CNBC. Trending: A Whole Foods-Anchored Mixed-Use Development Is Rising In Northern Colorado. Accredited Investors Can Learn More Here. Today, Andrews works with clients including Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO), PetSmart and the University of Mississippi. CNBC reported that she has already earned more than $227,000 this year, with the business averaging over $32,000 per month. Her voiceover income first surpassed her six-figure NASA salary during the summer of 2025. \"I'm probably the most relaxed I've ever been in my adult life,\" she told CNBC. \"I don't have to count every penny.\" A voiceover side hustle is great, but it's not for everyone. However, what worked and still works for many people is building long-term wealth through real estate investing alongside their regular jobs. If you're looking for a way to follow a similar path without managing properties yourself, Arrived lets you buy fractional shares in professionally selected rental homes. Story Continues The company handles everything from renovations and tenant interactions to maintenance, while aiming to generate rental income and long-term appreciation. You can earn monthly dividends without becoming hands-on landlords. Start investing in real estate through Arrived with just a few clicks and let the company handle the rest. See Also: The AI Boom Needs More Than Chips. Explore The Infrastructure Company Building For The Next Wave Of Compute Demand. She Plans To Keep Both Careers Despite the success of her business, Andrews has no plans to leave NASA. She enjoys the stability and purpose of her engineering career while continuing to grow her creative work on the side. Most of her clients still find her through Fiverr, although she also receives bookings through referrals and her own website. She has steadily increased her rates over the years and says she now will not even switch on her computer for less than $200. Andrews believes clients increasingly value authentic human voices as AI-generated voices become more common. \"I think a lot of people are craving the authenticity of a re", "date_published": "2026-08-11T17:31:11+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}]}}, {"id": "source:671b54b96068edd10169b1eec13c663c0e2789d6d0e6f5e48bc22cc3b9acac7f", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/mnst-q2-deep-dive-international-164522665.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/mnst-q2-deep-dive-international-164522665.html", "title": "MNST Q2 Deep Dive: International Acceleration, Margin Compression, and Innovation Drive Focus", "content_text": "MNST Q2 Deep Dive: International Acceleration, Margin Compression, and Innovation Drive Focus Energy drink company Monster Beverage (NASDAQ:MNST) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q2 CY2026, with sales up 20.2% year on year to $2.54 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.59 per share was in line with analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy MNST? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Monster (MNST) Q2 CY2026 Highlights: Revenue: $2.54 billion vs analyst estimates of $2.44 billion (20.2% year-on-year growth, 4.1% beat) Adjusted EPS: $0.59 vs analyst estimates of $0.58 (in line) Adjusted Operating Income: $748.1 million vs analyst estimates of $727.5 million (29.5% margin, 2.8% beat) Operating Margin: 29.2%, down from 30.9% in the same quarter last year Market Capitalization: $92.23 billion StockStory's Take Monster's second-quarter performance was marked by robust top-line growth, as revenue exceeded Wall Street's expectations, but the market responded negatively, reflecting concerns about profitability and expense trends. Management attributed the quarter's strong sales to broad-based international growth, new product launches, and increased household penetration\u2014especially through zero sugar and innovation-driven offerings. CEO Hilton Schlosberg highlighted, \"Sales increased by double digits compared to the prior year in all geographic regions, and we gained share in many of our global markets.\" However, increased marketing and distribution expenses contributed to margin pressure, with operating margins declining from the prior year. Looking ahead, Monster's outlook hinges on continued expansion into underpenetrated markets, the rollout of selective price increases, and a robust innovation pipeline. Management sees opportunities in food service channels and further product diversification, including limited time offerings and targeting new demographics such as female consumers. Schlosberg noted, \"We have a robust innovation pipeline that we will share at the upcoming NACS Show\u2026 and we are reaching the right target audience with new launches.\" Nonetheless, the company remains cautious about ongoing inflationary pressures, particularly for aluminum and freight, which could impact margins through year-end. Key Insights from Management's Remarks Management credited the quarter's performance to strong international sales, innovation, and expanding household penetration, while higher expenses and inflation created headwinds for margins. International sales acceleration: Monster saw double-digit revenue growth across all geographic regions, notably in EMEA, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Management credited strengthened partnerships with Coca-Cola bottlers, expanded distribution, and tailored innovation as key contributors, particularly highlighting Brazil and India as standout markets. Zero sugar and innovation: The company's zero sugar offerings\u2014especially the Ultra and Juice Monster families\u2014drove significant sales growth in the U.S. and Europe. CEO Hilton Schlosberg highlighted that zero sugar accounted for over 75% of category growth, with Ultra Red, White, and Blue limited time offerings representing 5% of U.S. scanner sales since May's launch. Expanded marketing investments: Monster increased marketing and selling expenses to target new consumer segments, particularly Gen Z and women. Initiatives included sponsorships, digital campaigns, and experiential partnerships such as with the Big 12 Conference, UFC, and major music tours. These efforts drove household penetration but contributed to higher selling costs. Distribution and operational expense pressure: Higher freight and fuel costs, as well as costs related to digital transformation initiatives, elevated distribution and administrative expenses. Management expects these pressures to persist, especially as international sales mix\u2014typically at lower margins\u2014grows as a share of total revenue. Product launch cadence and channel expansion: The c", "date_published": "2026-08-11T16:45:22+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "M1NS34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "M1NS34", "name": "Monster Beverage Corporation", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/dec9d7fe-ede0-4120-8484-4510c68af822/"}]}}, {"id": "source:3691ec8e9406ae6b9f756cf391c1dca836e0236e37831ace5edabc2861f884bc", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/kdp-vs-mnst-stock-value-154002619.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/kdp-vs-mnst-stock-value-154002619.html", "title": "KDP vs. MNST: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?", "content_text": "Investors looking for stocks in the Beverages - Soft drinks sector might want to consider either Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc (KDP) or Monster Beverage (MNST). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now? Let's take a closer look. There are plenty of strategies for discovering value stocks, but we have found that pairing a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system produces the best returns. The Zacks Rank is a proven strategy that targets companies with positive earnings estimate revision trends, while our Style Scores work to grade companies based on specific traits. Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc and Monster Beverage are sporting Zacks Ranks of #2 (Buy) and #3 (Hold), respectively, right now. This system places an emphasis on companies that have seen positive earnings estimate revisions, so investors should feel comfortable knowing that KDP is likely seeing its earnings outlook improve to a greater extent. However, value investors will care about much more than just this. Value investors are also interested in a number of tried-and-true valuation metrics that help show when a company is undervalued at its current share price levels. Our Value category highlights undervalued companies by looking at a variety of key metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, as well as the P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a variety of other fundamentals that have been used by value investors for years. KDP currently has a forward P/E ratio of 12.74, while MNST has a forward P/E of 39.42. We also note that KDP has a PEG ratio of 1.31. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. MNST currently has a PEG ratio of 2.92. Another notable valuation metric for KDP is its P/B ratio of 1.36. The P/B is a method of comparing a stock's market value to its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, MNST has a P/B of 9.55. Based on these metrics and many more, KDP holds a Value grade of B, while MNST has a Value grade of F. KDP has seen stronger estimate revision activity and sports more attractive valuation metrics than MNST, so it seems like value investors will conclude that KDP is the superior option right now. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc (KDP) : Free Stock Analysis Report Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-11T15:40:02+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "M1NS34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "M1NS34", "name": "Monster Beverage Corporation", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/dec9d7fe-ede0-4120-8484-4510c68af822/"}]}}, {"id": "source:50ecaa5d6432984104df6b12f0b7bb38fbae2e5f6181050975f2d9e5dff53c16", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/pepsico-stock-drops-9-3-151700232.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/pepsico-stock-drops-9-3-151700232.html", "title": "PepsiCo Stock Drops 9.3% in 3 Months: Buy the Dip or Stay Wary?", "content_text": "PepsiCo Inc. PEP has been under pressure, with its shares declining 9.3% over the past three months. The stock has underperformed the Beverages \u2013 Soft Drinks industry's 3.2% return and the broader Consumer Staples sector's 2.7% rally. PEP has also lagged the S&P 500's 3.9% advance in the same period. PepsiCo's 3-Month Price PerformanceZacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research PEP has also trailed several key competitors. Shares of The Coca-Cola Company KO, Primo Brands Corporation PRMB and Monster Beverage Corporation MNST have gained 8.6%, 6.5% and 0.5%, respectively, ", "date_published": "2026-08-11T15:17:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "PEPB34", "COCA34", "M1NS34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}, {"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}, {"symbol": "M1NS34", "name": "Monster Beverage Corporation", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/dec9d7fe-ede0-4120-8484-4510c68af822/"}]}}, {"id": "source:dcff880fa105c7734f1c4dd307cd161485a4e3fd07e531c42e7d3d1f4421065a", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/pepsicos-foods-segment-sustainable-recovery-154700877.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/pepsicos-foods-segment-sustainable-recovery-154700877.html", "title": "PepsiCo's Foods Segment: Sustainable Recovery or Temporary Relief?", "content_text": "PepsiCo, Inc.'s PEP North America foods business appears to be showing early signs of a recovery, supported by improving volumes, affordability initiatives and portfolio transformation. Management highlighted that U.S. foods returned to volume growth in the first half of 2026, while the company moved from losing to gaining volume share in the category. The improvement reflects PEP's deliberate push to lower prices and improve affordability, alongside growing consumer interest in permissible offerings and portion-controlled products. However, the recovery has yet to fully live up to expectations. Management acknowledged that second-quarter volume growth was weaker than anticipated, partly because consumers faced greater pressure from higher gasoline prices and tighter budgets. Delays in executing price investments at certain customers also weighed on results, although those issues have reportedly been addressed. PepsiCo expects better momentum in the second half as it fine-tunes affordability investments across channels, expands permanent shelf and perimeter space and scales innovations such as Naked and Doritos Protein. The key question, therefore, is whether the recent volume improvement marks a sustainable turnaround or merely temporary relief generated by heavier value investments. PepsiCo remains confident in the strategic direction, noting that consumer response to its affordability initiatives has broadly tracked expectations and that it expects the U.S. foods business to continue growing volume and net revenues. Still, the company is focused on generating more volume from each dollar of trade investment, while profit improvement in Foods is expected to be more gradual as value investments work through the system. Thus, the recovery appears to be gaining traction, but stronger volume growth and improved returns on affordability spending will be important to confirm that the turnaround has staying power. Beverage Giants Chase Sustainable Growth Amid Consumer Caution Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. KDP and The Coca-Cola Company KO are leaning on affordability, innovation and portfolio strategies to support demand, but sustained volume growth and disciplined execution will be key to maintaining momentum. Keurig Dr Pepper is also focusing on strengthening demand through affordability, innovation and portfolio expansion as beverage consumers remain selective with their spending. The company has been working to support volumes through targeted pricing and promotional activity while investing behind its core brands and expanding into faster-growing beverage categories. Similar to PepsiCo's foods business, the effectiveness of these investments will depend on whether improved consumer engagement translates into sustainable volume growth without putting excessive pressure on profitability. Consequently, KDP's ability to balance value offerings with brand investment and productivity gains remains important for maintaining growth momentum. Coca-Cola has likewise relied on a combination of affordability, package innovation and revenue growth management to navigate a value-conscious consumer environment. Its broad portfolio and flexible packaging architecture allow the company to offer different price points and serving sizes while continuing to invest in marketing and innovation. This approach can help protect consumer demand even when discretionary spending is pressured. However, as with PepsiCo, the durability of improvement will depend on whether volume trends strengthen alongside pricing and whether productivity initiatives can offset ongoing investments and cost pressures, making execution a key factor for sustained growth. Story Continues PEP's Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates Shares of PepsiCo have lost 7% in the past three months against the industry's rise of 4.2%.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research From a valuation standpoint, PEP trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 15.74X, below the ", "date_published": "2026-08-10T15:47:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "PEPB34", "COCA34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}, {"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}]}}, {"id": "source:c7f6995deabce9445da5720f59ec0e7e30277475ae55737b5d59773b754313e2", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/prmb-vs-mnst-stock-better-154005249.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/prmb-vs-mnst-stock-better-154005249.html", "title": "PRMB vs. MNST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?", "content_text": "Investors with an interest in Beverages - Soft drinks stocks have likely encountered both Primo Brands (PRMB) and Monster Beverage (MNST). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now? We'll need to take a closer look. There are plenty of strategies for discovering value stocks, but we have found that pairing a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system produces the best returns. The proven Zacks Rank emphasizes companies with positive estimate revision trends, and our Style Scores highlight stocks with specific traits. Primo Brands and Monster Beverage are sporting Zacks Ranks of #2 (Buy) and #3 (Hold), respectively, right now. This means that PRMB's earnings estimate revision activity has been more impressive, so investors should feel comfortable with its improving analyst outlook. However, value investors will care about much more than just this. Value investors are also interested in a number of tried-and-true valuation metrics that help show when a company is undervalued at its current share price levels. Our Value category grades stocks based on a number of key metrics, including the tried-and-true P/E ratio, the P/S ratio, earnings yield, and cash flow per share, as well as a variety of other fundamentals that value investors frequently use. PRMB currently has a forward P/E ratio of 17.56, while MNST has a forward P/E of 38.99. We also note that PRMB has a PEG ratio of 1.53. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. MNST currently has a PEG ratio of 2.93. Another notable valuation metric for PRMB is its P/B ratio of 2.87. The P/B is a method of comparing a stock's market value to its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, MNST has a P/B of 9.44. Based on these metrics and many more, PRMB holds a Value grade of B, while MNST has a Value grade of F. PRMB sticks out from MNST in both our Zacks Rank and Style Scores models, so value investors will likely feel that PRMB is the better option right now. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Primo Brands Corporation (PRMB) : Free Stock Analysis Report Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Zacks Investment Research View Comments", "date_published": "2026-08-10T15:40:05+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "M1NS34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "M1NS34", "name": "Monster Beverage Corporation", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/dec9d7fe-ede0-4120-8484-4510c68af822/"}]}}, {"id": "source:59e1e18680d3e0d96d5aec331fb4397e5054c933c5cfd3a741b911da40c64a68", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-ko-stock-looks-151447760.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-cola-ko-stock-looks-151447760.html", "title": "Coca-Cola (KO) Stock Looks Near Fair Value While Earnings Sit Above Fair Value", "content_text": "Make better investment decisions with Simply Wall St's easy, visual tools that give you a competitive edge. Coca-Cola stock has delivered a 75.6% total return over the past 5 years, yet current valuation checks suggest it no longer looks like a clear bargain. The latest Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate sits close to the share price, while the broader metrics lean slightly expensive. Coca-Cola has returned 75.6% over 5 years, which puts extra focus on whether today's price already reflects investors' optimism. The company's role as a long term holding for large institutional investors can support confidence in its cash flow outlook, but any disappointment in future demand or pricing power may weigh on what investors are willing to pay. Coca-Cola scores 2 out of 6 on our valuation checks, which points to a stock that screens as about fairly priced rather than obviously cheap. The issue now is whether Coca-Cola's current share price leaves enough upside relative to its intrinsic value estimate to justify the return investors expect from here. Coca-Cola delivered 26.5% returns over the last year. See how this stacks up to the rest of the Beverage industry. Where Does Coca-Cola Sit on Cash Flow? The Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model estimates what Coca-Cola's future cash generation could be worth today. For the latest twelve months, Coca-Cola produced about $14.2b in free cash flow, and the model assumes these cash flows continue growing rather than shrinking. On that basis, the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity model arrives at an intrinsic value of about $92.92 per share. Compared with the current share price, this implies Coca-Cola screens around 6.3% undervalued, which is a relatively small margin of safety. Because Coca-Cola recently raised its EPS and revenue outlook, the modest discount suggests the market already prices in a steady cash flow profile rather than a stressed one. Overall, the DCF workup points to Coca-Cola being about fairly valued, with only a slight lean toward undervalued rather than clearly cheap. Coca-Cola is fairly valued according to our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), but this can change at a moment's notice. Track the value in your watchlist or portfolio and be alerted on when to act.KO Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2026 Head to the Valuation section of our Company Report for more details on how we arrive at this Fair Value for Coca-Cola. Where Does Coca-Cola Sit on Earnings? The P/E ratio is a useful starting point for Coca-Cola because earnings remain one of the key anchors for how investors look at the stock. Coca-Cola currently trades on a P/E of about 26.2x, which is close to the peer group average of around 26.7x, but well above the broader beverage industry average of about 17.9x. That suggests investors are willing to pay a premium to the wider sector, while pricing Coca-Cola broadly in line with similar large peers. Story Continues The tailored fair P/E multiple for Coca-Cola sits lower, at about 24.6x. This is the level implied by its mix of size, margins, growth expectations and risk profile. Versus this fair ratio, the current market multiple is only modestly higher, so the stock does not screen as obviously cheap or stretched on earnings alone. Berkshire Hathaway's long standing position in Coca-Cola also shows that some major holders appear comfortable with a P/E in this general range. Overall, Coca-Cola looks roughly fairly valued on its current P/E multiple.NYSE:KO P/E Ratio as at Aug 2026 See what the numbers say about this price \u2014 find out in our valuation breakdown. The Coca-Cola Narrative: What Would Justify Today's Price? For Coca-Cola, Simply Wall St Narratives sit between the valuation checks above and the assumptions that quietly drive the share price. They spell out what kind of growth, margins and earnings path would need to hold for the stock to be worth meaningfully more or less than it is today on the market. Rather than relying on a single multiple or model ", "date_published": "2026-08-10T15:14:47+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}]}}, {"id": "source:42b82d4b6c4854c902c7c33e2cf7c5d9a773969bf0a9d8fa371d70842f465650", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-colas-revenue-growth-organic-144500230.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/coca-colas-revenue-growth-organic-144500230.html", "title": "Coca-Cola's Revenue Growth: Organic Strength or Pricing-Led?", "content_text": "The Coca-Cola Company's KO second-quarter 2026 results suggest its revenue growth is becoming increasingly organic and volume-driven rather than predominantly pricing-led. Organic revenues increased 6%, while unit case volume rose 5%. Price/mix contributed just 2%, comprising 3 points of pricing actions, offset by 1 point of unfavorable mix, primarily reflecting investment timing in the Asia Pacific. This indicates that underlying demand and volume were the larger contributors to growth in the quarter. The 5% volume increase benefited from favorable weather, FIFA World Cup activation and an easier year-over-year comparison. However, management emphasized that the two-year volume growth rate was 2%, broadly consistent with recent trends and indicative of a more normalized underlying trajectory. Trademark Coca-Cola volume grew 5%, its strongest growth in 17 years, excluding the COVID recovery, while Powerade advanced 8%, highlighting the contribution from brand activation and consumer engagement. Management expects the more balanced growth equation to persist. Coca-Cola entered 2026 anticipating that volume and price/mix would contribute more \"in tandem,\" a pattern it says emerged in the first half and should continue in the second. Revenue growth management remains important, but its role extends beyond headline pricing to affordability, premiumization and package architecture. In North America, management stressed that consumer choice is increasingly about \"value, not only pricing,\" with different package formats supporting accessible entry price points. Overall, the second quarter points to higher-quality, more balanced organic growth, with volume playing a substantially greater role than pricing. What's Driving the Revenues of KO's Peers - PEP & MNST For Coca-Cola's peers, PepsiCo Inc. PEP and Monster Beverage Corporation MNST, revenue growth reflects distinct combinations of volume trends, pricing, product mix and brand momentum. PepsiCo's second-quarter 2026 growth remained partly pricing-led, but with improving organic volume support. Organic revenues rose 2.4%, reflecting effective net pricing alongside volume growth, while reported revenues increased 6.4%, aided by currency and acquisitions. International markets were the key organic engine, delivering 7% growth, whereas North America organic revenues fell 0.5%. PBNA's organic volume declined 4%, highlighting continued domestic demand pressure. Monster Beverage's second-quarter 2026 growth was predominantly organic rather than pricing-led. Net sales jumped 20.2% to $2.54 billion and rose 17.9% on a currency-adjusted basis, while Monster Energy Drinks advanced 19.3% currency-neutral. Growth reflected strong category demand, innovation, distribution gains and international expansion. Pricing remained modest \u2014 EMEA implemented low-single-digit increases \u2014 indicating volumes and market-share gains were the primary growth engines. Story Continues Zacks Rundown for Coca-Cola KO shares have rallied 10.7% in the past three months compared with the industry's growth of 4.3%.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research From a valuation standpoint, Coca-Cola is trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 25.4X, higher than the industry's 19.48X.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The Zacks Consensus Estimate for KO's 2026 and 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 9.7% and 7%, respectively. Earnings estimates for 2026 and 2027 have moved up 0.92% and 0.85% in the past 30 days. Coca-Cola currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report CocaCola Company (The) (KO) : Free Stock Analysis Report PepsiCo, Inc. 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PepsiCo (PEP) already distributes Celsius and holds an 11% equity stake from a $585 million investment, making a full acquisition the cleanest path forward. Rockstar founder Russ Savage disclosed a 4.7% stake and demanded CEO changes as CELH trades near its 52-week low, fueling private equity take-private speculation. 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Continue Reading", "date_published": "2026-08-10T12:01:00+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "COCA34", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "COCA34", "name": "The Coca-Cola Company", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bb76c30b-c0c9-483e-b361-70747e7b2f1e/"}, {"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}, {"id": "source:588fb28e9d77ca1badc622de289325228fd5a959053f0e1959f570db6b307e55", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/media-advertising/articles/campaign-asia-agency-awards-2026-030000520.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/media-advertising/articles/campaign-asia-agency-awards-2026-030000520.html", "title": "Campaign Asia Agency of the Year Awards 2026 Unveils Its Most Extensive Regional Judging Panel as Final Entry Deadline Nears", "content_text": "More than 80 senior marketing leaders from leading brands across Asia-Pacific to evaluate the region's best agencies. HONG KONG, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Campaign Asia-Pacific, Haymarket Media Asia's leading media, marketing and advertising title, has unveiled its most extensive regional judging panel for the Campaign Agency of the Year Awards 2026, bringing together more than 80 senior marketing leaders from some of the world's most respected brands to recognise and evaluate the region's leading agencies.Campaign Asia-Pacific Agency of the Year Awards 2026 Representing Australia/New Zealand, Greater China, Japan/Korea, South Asia, Southeast Asia and APAC, this year's judging panel brings together senior decision-makers across a diverse range of industries, including financial services, FMCG, technology, telecommunications, hospitality, automotive and healthcare. Judges represent leading organisations including Citi, The Coca-Cola Company, Henkel, HSBC, IBM, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, Lenovo, Mars, Mondelez International, Nestl\u00e9, Pernod Ricard, Reckitt, Samsung, SAP, Starbucks, Unilever, Visa, and Volvo Cars, among others. The Campaign Agency of the Year Awards recognise agencies that demonstrate excellence across creativity, innovation, effectiveness, talent development, business performance and client partnerships. With the final entry deadline on Friday, 4 September 2026, agencies have one final opportunity to showcase their strongest work, teams and achievements to a panel of senior brand leaders who shape marketing strategies and appoint agency partners across the region. \"The Campaign Agency of the Year Awards continue to set the benchmark for recognising agency excellence across Asia-Pacific,\" said Atifa Silk, Managing Director, Campaign Asia-Pacific. \"What makes these awards distinctive is that entries are judged by the marketers who partner with agencies, build long-term relationships and drive business growth every day. Recognition from this calibre of senior marketing leaders is a powerful endorsement of an agency's creativity, capabilities, business performance and impact. We encourage agencies across the region to showcase their strongest work before the final deadline.\" Judges reveal what makes a standout entry As the communications landscape evolves, so do the expectations for award-winning work. Ahead of the Campaign Agency of the Year Awards 2026, members of this year's judging panel shared what they look for in standout entries and the qualities that distinguish the region's best agencies. Rvisra Chirathivat, Chief Marketing Officer, Central and Robinson Department Store said: Story Continues \"The marketing and communications landscape across Asia is evolving faster than ever, driven by AI, data, and changing consumer expectations. The agencies that will succeed in this complex environment are those that combine strategic thinking, data, and creativity to help clients solve real business challenges while keeping the human connection at the centre of everything they do. I'm interested in understanding how an agency solves a genuine commercial challenge, influences customer behaviour, and contributes to long-term brand and business growth. The entrants that stand out will be those creating lasting value for both customers and the business - agencies that become genuine business partners. I believe genuine business excellence is reflected in the positive and sustainable impact an agency creates for the brands they serve.\" Meanwhile, Josette Addinall, Vice President Marketing, Pacific, Schneider Electric, shares her perspective: \"I see the landscape being shaped by three defining forces: AI, shifting customer expectations, and rising expectations around measurable business outcomes. In my opinion, the best agencies position themselves as growth partners rather than suppliers. They demonstrate a deep understanding of the industry context, customer dynamics, competitive environment and commercial objectives. 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Broadcasters cashed in on those minutes. So did Coca-Cola, the tournament's longtime beverage sponsor, whose in-stadium marketing during those very breaks helped power one of the more unusual quarters in the company's recent history. Coca-Cola is a 64-year Dividend King, the kind of stock retirees hold for consistency rather than surprises. Its latest numbers were not consistent in the usual sense. 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But in addition to earning the title of Dividend King by increasing that payout for 50 or more consecutive years, that dividend payout also comes with a generous yield: 4.2% as of this writing. Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a \"Double Down\" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same \"Total Conviction\" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. 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It recently yielded 2.4%.10 stocks we like better than Coca-Cola \u203a As I've matured as an investor, I've largely switched from drooling over high-flying growth stocks to drooling over dividend payers. That's because I'm appreciating more and more the value of getting regular income directly into my financial accounts without doing anything -- and especially without having to sell any shares. An example of a wonderful dividend-paying stock is Coca-Cola(NYSE: KO). 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Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ:CELH) jumped more than 10% on Friday after a CNBC report said Rockstar Energy founder Russ Savage had built a stake in the energy drink maker and is seeking leadership changes following the company's recent earnings disappointment, according to a Friday media report. Russ Savage, who founded Rockstar Energy and sold the business to PepsiCo (PEP) in 2020 for $3.85 billion, told CNBC he controls more than 12 million Celsius shares, equal to about a 4.7% ownership stake. He said he has discussed changes to the company's cost structure and marketing strategy with Celsius for more than a year and now believes new management is needed. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Signs with CELH. Is CELH fairly valued? Test your thesis with our free DCF calculator. Savage also said he would be willing to serve as chief executive, arguing the company requires new leadership after its latest quarterly performance. Celsius did not immediately comment on CNBC's request for a response. The report follows Celsius' second-quarter earnings release, which sent the stock down about 18% on Thursday after revenue missed Wall Street estimates. Last year, Celsius reached an agreement to acquire the U.S. and Canadian rights to the Rockstar Energy brand from PepsiCo.", "date_published": "2026-08-07T19:09:03+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "finance.yahoo.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "PEPB34"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "Brazil", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "PEPB34", "name": "PepsiCo, Inc.", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/bfb8c4d6-29a1-4568-b636-9c90a3f72afa/"}]}}]}