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PEPPepsiCo, Inc.
$130.18$177.8B
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PepsiCo, Inc.

PEP
NASDAQ · Non-Alcoholic Beverages
$130.18
At close - Sep 23, 4:00 PM EDT - USD
Market Cap$177.83B
P/E21.7x
52W High$171.48
Volume8.14M
OverviewTerminalAnalysisFinancialsValuationEarningsBreakoutsOwnership
VCP Research Verdict2026Q2

Revenue Rebound Masks Rising Leverage and Cash Volatility

PepsiCo's revenue growth has accelerated to 6.4% in 2026Q2, with gross margin expanding to 54.2%, reflecting pricing power and cost discipline. However, the balance sheet shows rising leverage (D/E at 2.39) and a thin liquidity buffer (current ratio 0.93), whi...

GrowthAccelerating
ProfitabilityModerate
ValuationAttractive
TechnicalsWeak
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MARKET ACTION

PEP price & volume

Price trend, volume and key moving averages

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Decision Checklist4 Core Signals

What matters now

The signals most likely to change the investment case.

01

Earnings momentum

11/12 Beats

EPS beat 11 of last 12 quarters

02

Valuation risk

In Line

P/E is in line with peer median

03

Market leadership

RS 33 · Lag

Laggard (Underperforming 67% of market)

04

Weak Trend

Below 200DMA

Price < 200DMA

Next CatalystEstimated earnings · Oct 9
01

Build the investment case

Start with the evidence for owning the stock and the risks that can break the thesis.

EXECUTIVE THESIS

The Investment Case

Full Analysis
Fundamental Trajectory

Revenue growth rebounded to 6.4% in 2026Q2, with gross margin at 54.2% and operating margin at 16.6%, though still below the 18.0% peak in 2024Q2.

Analyst Consensus+19.6% target
Hold(46 analysts)
16 Buy29 Hold1 Sell

The Bull Case

Upside Catalysts

Strong Price Targets

Average 12-month price target is $170.26, with high-end targets reaching $195.00 and optimistic projections up to $240 by year-end 2026.

Growth in Emerging Markets

Accelerating growth in emerging markets is a key driver for future revenue.

Margin Expansion

Sustained margin expansion driven by productivity initiatives and cost savings.

The Bear Case

Key Downside Risks

Consumer Demand Risks

Persistent inflation and weakening consumer spending could pressure sales volumes.

Commodity Cost Pressures

Sharp increases in commodity costs could negatively impact margins.

Macroeconomic Sensitivity

Sensitivity to macroeconomic conditions and potential slowdowns in emerging markets are concerns.

Market performance

Price History →

Trailing total returns as of 9/24/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).

YTD Return
PEP-5.39%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+12.39%
1-Year Return
PEP-4.17%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+15.77%
3-Year Return
PEP-15.80%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+77.43%
5-Year Return
PEP+1.25%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+72.13%
02

Test the fundamentals

Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.

VALUATION & INTRINSIC VALUE

Valuation Scenarios

Valuation Analysis
Trailing P/E5Y Low
21.7x
Forward P/EExpansion
15.2x
EV/EBITDA0th %ile
12.4x
FCF YieldCash Flow
4.3%

Valuation vs 5-Year History

Multiple Range
Metric
Current
5Y Median
Historical Range
Percentile
P/E
21.7x
25.9x
0th· Low
EV/EBITDA
12.4x
17.4x
0th· Low
Price/FCF
23.2x
29.6x
0th· Low
Current Multiple
5Y Median (50th %ile)

Intrinsic Value Scenarios

DCF Projection
Bear$89.39-31.3%
Base (Fair)$198.01+52.8%
Bull$287.96+121.2%
$89.39 Bear$198.01 Base$287.96 Bull
Current Market Price: $130.18
Trades at a 34.3% discount to Base DCF ($198.01)
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Growth & profitability

Annual revenue & EPS trend
Revenue
$93.92B+2.3% YoY
Net income
$8.24B-14.0% YoY
Free cash flow
$7.67B+6.7% YoY
Operating margin
14.4%+0.3 pts YoY
ROIC (TTM)17.5%
Avg ROIC 5Y-
ROE (TTM)42.6%
Piotroski Score5 / 9
Financial Statements →
03

Monitor what changed

Recent results and news deserve attention only when they alter the forward view.

OPERATING RESULTS

Recent Earnings

Earnings History
EPS Beat Rate11/12 (92%)
Revenue Beat Rate7/12 (58%)
QuarterEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q3 2026Latest
Jul 9, 2026
$2.20+0.5%
vs $2.19
$24.2B+1.0%
vs $23.9B
Q2 2026
Apr 16, 2026
$1.61+4.5%
vs $1.54
$19.4B+2.6%
vs $18.9B
Q1 2026
Feb 3, 2026
$2.26+0.9%
vs $2.24
$29.3B+1.3%
vs $29.0B
Q4 2025
Oct 9, 2025
$2.29+1.3%
vs $2.26
$23.9B+0.4%
vs $23.8B
Historical baseline: 12 quarters analyzedGAAP / Adjusted
MARKET COVERAGE

Latest News

5 Stories
Business Wire·6h ago
Kontoor Brands Board of Directors Elects Jamie Caulfield, Former PepsiCo, Inc. Chief Financial Officer and Michael Skipworth, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wingstop Inc. as New Directors

GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) (the “Company” or “Kontoor”), today announced that Jamie Caulfield and Michael Skipworth have been elected to the Company's board of directors effective immediately. Additionally, the Company announced an increase in the size of the Board from seven to nine directors. "We're excited to welcome Jamie and Michael to Kontoor's Board of Directors," said Scott Baxter, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board of Kontoor. ".

24/7 Wall Street·11h ago
Prediction: This Out-of-Favor Dividend Stock Could Have Significant Upside

PepsiCo sits near a 52-week low while the rest of the market chases AI momentum, and the gap between where it trades and where the fundamentals point is getting harder to ignore.

Zacks Investment Research·1d ago
Can Zero Sugar Drinks Fuel PepsiCo's Next Growth Phase?

PEP is expanding zero-sugar drinks, using innovation, pricing and broad distribution to capture evolving beverage demand and support sustainable growth.

ETF Trends·1d ago
Staples ETF Widens Gap Over Discretionary in 2026

The State Street Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLP) has climbed 6.6% so far in 2026, according to State Street data as of September 21. The State Street Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLY) has fallen more than 7% over the same stretch, a 13.

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04

Compare before deciding

Benchmark PEP against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
PEP logoPEPPepsiCo, Inc.Current
$130.18$177.83B21.702.25%8.77%42.56%4.27%
KO logoKOThe Coca-Cola Company
$88.09$379.01B28.981.87%28.56%40.44%—
MDLZ logoMDLZMondelez International, Inc.
$61.44$78.42B32.515.75%8.86%13.44%—
GIS logoGISGeneral Mills, Inc.
$35.82$19.12B-223.88-5.45%-0.48%-0.98%—
CPB logoCPBCampbell Soup Company
$20.34$6.07B10.126.4%4.14%9.98%—
CAG logoCAGConagra Brands, Inc.
$14.78$7.07B-3.70-2.85%-0.39%-0.51%—

Compare PEP vs Peers

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs KO

Most directly comparable listed peer for PEP.

Scale Benchmark

vs WMT

Larger-name benchmark to compare PEP against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs KO, MDLZ, GIS, CPB

05

Keep researching

Verify the primary filings, follow material updates, and answer the remaining questions.

PEP SEC Filings & Documents

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Jul 9, 2026·SEC

Material company update

May 22, 2026·SEC

Material company update

May 8, 2026·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

3
FY 2026

Feb 3, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Feb 4, 2025·SEC

FY 2024

Feb 9, 2024·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Jul 9, 2026·SEC

FY 2026

Apr 16, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Oct 9, 2025·SEC

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PEP Frequently Asked Questions

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is PepsiCo, Inc.'s revenue?

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) reported $96.90B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 376% increase from $20.34B in 1996.

How fast is PepsiCo, Inc. growing?

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) grew revenue by 2.3% over the past year. Growth has been modest.

Is PEP profitable?

Yes, PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) is profitable, generating $10.48B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (8.8% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does PEP pay dividends?

Yes, PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.27%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is PEP's return on equity?

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) has a return on equity (ROE) of 42.6%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.

What is PepsiCo, Inc.'s free cash flow?

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) generated $9.28B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in PEP back in 1996?

Total return calculator · dividends reinvested · 30+ years of data

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