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Coca-Cola Q3 Preview: Beat Potential, Upgrade Lift, and Dividend Appeal

Oct 26, 2026, 8:21 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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A beat-and-raise scenario typically drives short-term upside for KO; Barclays’ upgrade adds credibility and could trigger follow-on buying, though prior weakness and dividend considerations may temper the move if results miss.

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Coca-Cola reports Q3 before the open on Oct. 27. Analysts expect $0.88 EPS on $12.93B revenue, with Barclays lifting the target to $98 and maintaining Overweight. The stock declined about 2.8% last Friday, highlighting near-term momentum risks despite a 2.29% dividend yield and $2.12 annual payout, making the print a key catalyst for direction.

  • Q3 earnings due Oct 27; EPS seen at $0.88, revenue $12.93B.
  • Barclays raises price target to $98; maintains Overweight.
  • Dividend yield 2.29%; quarterly payout $0.53, annual $2.12.
  • KO stock fell 2.8% to $92.71 Friday. Earnings risk priced in.

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