Four Reasons to Invest in The Coca-Cola Company (KO)

Dr Pepper Snapple Group also focuses mainly on beverages; however, its global volume declined 4% in its most recent quarter versus a 1% increase for Coca-Cola. Consumers are slow in accepting its new “ten” line up. This company needs to increase product depth if it wants to maintain success.

Conclusion

Over the long-term, look for Coca-Cola to continue to make inroads into emerging markets with its sparkling sodas and non-sparkling beverages such as bottled water, juice, and tea. Overall, this company’s business will slowly transform from soda maker, distributor, and seller to a more diverse beverage giant focused more on healthier non-sparkling beverages. Coca-Cola definitely warrants a long-term spot in your portfolio.

William Bias owns shares of Coca-Cola. The Motley Fool recommends Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. The Motley Fool owns shares of PepsiCo.

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