Coca-Cola Q4 EPS Beats, Revenue Misses; Forecasts 4–5% Organic Growth
Coca-Cola reported Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.58, topping the $0.56 consensus, while revenue rose 2% to $11.80 billion but fell short of the $12.03 billion Street estimate. The company forecast fiscal 2026 organic revenue growth of 4–5% and set adjusted EPS guidance at $3.21–$3.24.
1. Q4 Results and Metrics
Coca-Cola delivered adjusted earnings per share of $0.58 for the fourth quarter, surpassing the $0.56 consensus. Consolidated revenue climbed 2% year-over-year to $11.80 billion, missing the $12.03 billion analyst forecast.
2. Fiscal 2026 Guidance
The company projects 2026 organic revenue growth between 4% and 5% on a non-GAAP basis. Adjusted earnings per share are expected in a range of $3.21 to $3.24 for the full fiscal year.
3. Analyst Perspectives
BofA Securities maintained a Buy rating with an $85 price target, citing improving volume trends and margin expansion. The firm noted one-time price and mix pressures that should normalize and highlighted the potential margin benefits from divestitures.
4. Stock Reaction
Shares moved up more than 2% intraday following the earnings release, reflecting investor confidence in long-term demand trends and the company’s growth outlook.