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KO Posts Topping Q3, Lifts Guidance on Diet Coke Momentum

Oct 28, 2026, 11:33 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong Q3 beat, raised full-year guidance, and durable Diet Coke/Coke Zero momentum suggest upside potential, barring macro or supply-chain shocks.

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Coca-Cola reported a strong Q3 beat with adjusted EPS of 91 cents and revenue of $13.4 billion, prompting a raised full-year target of at least 11% EPS growth and 5% organic revenue growth. Diet Coke and Coke Zero posted double-digit North America volume gains, supporting the upside despite flat overall NA volume from July timing and a Topo Chico shortage. The company remains optimistic on brand momentum and margin expansion as it recruits the next generation of consumers.

  • Diet Coke resurgence lifts KO; NA Diet Coke and Coke Zero volumes double-digit.
  • Q3 adjusted EPS $0.91 vs $0.88; revenue $13.4B vs $12.92B.
  • Guidance raised: EPS growth at least 11%, organic revenue at least 5%.
  • NA volume flat due to Fourth of July timing and Topo Chico shortage.
  • Braun emphasizes consumer-led innovation and next-gen brand momentum.

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