Coca-Cola’s (KO) stock is down 4% after the beverage giant posted mixed financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025.
The Atlanta, Georgia-based company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.58 U.S., which topped the $0.56 U.S. expected among analysts.
Revenue of $11.82 billion U.S. was below the $12.03 billion U.S. forecast on Wall Street, sending the stock lower. Sales rose 5% from a year earlier.
Management at Coke said demand for its soft drinks has weakened in recent quarters as low-income consumers look for cheaper alternatives and to save money on their grocery bills.
However, pricier Coca-Cola brands, such as Fairlife and Smartwater, have been bright spots for the company, showing that high-income consumers remain willing to pay for premium drinks.
Looking ahead to 2026, the company forecast revenue growth of 4% to 5% and earnings per share growth of 7% to 8% for all of this year.
This was the last earnings report for Coke’s current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) James Quincey, who is stepping down on March 31.
Quincey, who will remain on Coke’s board as executive chair, is being succeeded in the CEO role by Coca-Cola’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) Henrique Braun.
KO stock has risen 21% over the last year to trade at $77.97 U.S. per share.
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