| May 1, 2026 | other | KO shareholders elected directors, approved executive compensation, and ratified auditors at the 2026 Annual Meeting. |
|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | earnings | Coca-Cola Co. reported its results of operations and financial condition. |
|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | management_change | Reports changes in officers/directors and related compensatory arrangements. |
|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | Guidance: capital_expenditures | 2.20 to 2.20 |
|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | Guidance: cash_flow_from_operations | 14.40 to 14.40 |
|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | Guidance: comparable_currency_neutral_eps_excluding_acquisitions_divestitures_growth | 6.00 to 7.00 |
|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | mda_quarterly | The Coca-Cola Company repurchased 6,301,210 shares of common stock during the three months ended April 3, 2026, at an average price of $75.49 per share. Of these, 4,881,904 shares were acquired under the 2019 publicly announced plan, which initially authorized the purchase of up to 150 million shares. Following these transactions, 62,066,840 shares remain available for repurchase under this authorization. The total shares purchased also include shares surrendered by employees to cover stock option exercise prices or tax withholding obligations.
Regarding insider trading, no directors or officers adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements during the quarter, with two exceptions. Jennifer K. Mann, Executive Vice President and President of the North America operating unit, adopted a plan on March 6, 2026, for the potential sale of up to 50,000 common shares and the exercise and sale of up to 273,984 shares from vested stock options, expiring March 5, 2027. Chairman James Quincey adopted a plan on March 5, 2026, for the potential exercise and sale of up to 971,383 shares from vested stock options, expiring March 5, 2028. Both executives adopted these pre-arranged trading plans during an open trading window. |
|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | business | Coca-Cola's business faces numerous risks impacting its financial performance and growth. Intense competition, retail consolidation, and rapid e-commerce expansion exert pressure on pricing and increase marketing costs, potentially undermining traditional distribution. Evolving consumer preferences, driven by health concerns regarding sweetened beverages, artificial ingredients, and demand for sustainable packaging, necessitate continuous innovation and adaptation to digital shopping trends. Failure to innovate or address product safety issues could damage brand image and sales. The company's reliance on independent bottling partners means their financial health and strategic alignment are critical. Supply chain disruptions, volatile commodity prices, inflation, and rising energy/labor costs pose ongoing profitability challenges. Significant regulatory and legal risks include potential new taxes on sweetened beverages, packaging regulations (deposits, plastic bans), and substantial IRS tax litigation (e.g., $3.3 billion liability for 2007-2009, OECD Pillar Two implications). Cybersecurity threats, data privacy compliance, and the ability to attract talent with advanced digital skills are also crucial. Furthermore, achieving sustainability goals related to plastic waste, water scarcity, and climate change impacts agricultural commodities, presenting both cost and reputational risks. Acquisitions and emerging market expansion also carry inherent challenges. |
|---|
