COCA COLA CO (KO) Factsheet
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COCA COLA CO (KO) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-07-29. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 15.9%. FCF margin 28.5%. D/E 1.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 15.9% | Solid returns |
| FCF Margin | 28.5% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 1.2x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 15.9% — Top 25% of sector peers. FCF margin 28.5% — Top 5%.
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Profitability: COCA COLA CO earns 15.9% ROIC, Top 25% in Consumer Staples
ROIC TTM 15.9%, sector median 5.3%, Top 25%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 24.8% × asset turnover 0.5x. Gross margin 61.9%. Operating margin 29.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
| Metric | KO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 15.9% | Good | Above sector median of 5.3% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 44.2% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 61.9% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 29.6% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: COCA COLA CO generates $14.3B FCF at 28.5% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $14.3B. FCF margin 28.5%, Top 5%. OCF/Net income 1.1x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
| Metric | KO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 28.5% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $14.3B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.1x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: COCA COLA CO at 1.2x leverage, 9.5x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 1.2x. Total debt $43.5B, cash & investments $13.5B. Interest coverage 9.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
| Metric | KO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 1.2x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-30.0B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 9.5x | Good | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: COCA COLA CO trades at 26.1x earnings
P/E 26.1x. EV/Sales 8.1x. FCF yield 3.8%. Dividend yield 3.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
| Metric | KO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 26.1x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 8.1x | Adequate | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 3.8% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 3.0% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: COCA COLA CO returns 3.2% shareholder yield, reducing shares 0.0% YoY
Total shareholder yield 3.2% (div 3.0% + buyback 0.3%). Share count -0.0% YoY. Capital returned $12.0B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
| Metric | KO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 3.2% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.3% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -0.0% | Adequate | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $12.0B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 15.9% | Top 25% | 3.0x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 28.5% | Top 5% | 5.5x above |
| Gross Margin | 61.9% | Top 5% | 2.2x above |
| Operating Margin | 29.6% | Top 5% | 8.3x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 44.2% | Top 5% | 7.8x above |
| P/E Ratio | 26.1x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | KO | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 15.9% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 5.3%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 28.5% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 5.2%) |
| Gross Margin | 61.9% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 28.3%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 120.3% | Adequate | Elevated but manageable |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 26.1x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 3.8% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is COCA COLA CO's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
COCA COLA CO (KO) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 15.9%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 17.3% with a improving trend. Sector median 5.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: What is COCA COLA CO's Free Cash Flow Margin?
COCA COLA CO (KO) has a free cash flow margin of 28.5%, generating $14.3 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: What is COCA COLA CO's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
COCA COLA CO (KO) trades at a P/E ratio of 26.1x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 8.1x. FCF yield 3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: Does COCA COLA CO pay a dividend?
COCA COLA CO (KO) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.0%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 3.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: How much debt does COCA COLA CO have?
COCA COLA CO (KO) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.2x with total debt of $43.5 billion. Interest coverage 9.5x. Net debt $30.0 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: What is COCA COLA CO's revenue and earnings growth?
COCA COLA CO (KO) grew revenue by 6.5% year-over-year. EPS +17.6% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: Is COCA COLA CO buying back stock?
COCA COLA CO (KO) repurchased $937.0 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.3%. Share count -0.0% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Q: How does COCA COLA CO compare to competitors in Consumer Staples?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Staples, COCA COLA CO (KO) shows: ROIC 15.9%, sector median 5.3% (Top 25%). FCF margin 28.5%, sector median 5.2% (Top 5%). Gross margin 61.9%, 33.5pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Staples companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with COCA COLA CO?
No quantitative warning flags fired for COCA COLA CO (KO) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-29.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-07-29. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.