Equity Profile

COKE

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc.

Consumer StaplesSoft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages$11.5B

Jul29Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. is a major player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages....

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to increase sales and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

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Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors to gauge financial performance.

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COKE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. is a major player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. With a market cap of $11 billion, the company is significant in the beverage industry, especially as consumer preferences shift towards healthier options and sustainability.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.04%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Coca-Cola Consolidated reported an EPS of $1.79, but specific revenue figures were not disclosed. Following the earnings release, the stock experienced a decline of 2.27% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Coca-Cola Consolidated's upcoming earnings, looking for signs of revenue growth and profitability. The lack of analyst estimates adds uncertainty to expectations.

Bull Case

If the company shows strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a recovery in consumer demand and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the earnings report reveals declining sales or increased costs, it may raise concerns about the company's competitive position and profitability.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

This figure will provide insight into how well Coca-Cola Consolidated is performing in a competitive market and whether it is gaining or losing market share.

What are the company's plans to address rising costs?

With inflation impacting many sectors, understanding how Coca-Cola plans to manage costs will be crucial for assessing future profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating Coca-Cola's ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences, especially towards healthier options.

Supporting Evidence

Recent trends show a shift towards non-sugary beverages, which Coca-Cola has been expanding.

The lack of analyst estimates suggests uncertainty, which could lead to a surprise if the company performs well.

Historical data indicates that Coca-Cola has previously rebounded strongly after periods of uncertainty.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment in the market.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter centers around whether Coca-Cola Consolidated can effectively navigate market pressures and deliver growth.

Bull Confirmed If

Revenue growth of 5% or more year-over-year would confirm a strong recovery in consumer demand.

Bear Confirmed If

A revenue decline or flat growth would indicate ongoing challenges in the market.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±17.84%

Historical Avg

±1.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move following the earnings report, indicating heightened uncertainty among investors.

Options are pricing ±16.6% while COKE has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

59.0%

Calls (60K)P/C Ratio: 0.43Puts (7K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 8 of 30 (27%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 22 of 30 (73%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 3.8%, with a raw directional average of +1.9% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Coca-Cola exceeds expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2% on the first day, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management provides cautious commentary, expect a muted reaction with potential volatility.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, the stock could decline by approximately 1.4%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or market entries.
2Details on cost management strategies in response to inflation.
3Insights into consumer trends and preferences in the beverage sector.
4Comments on competitive pressures and market share changes.
5Future guidance on revenue and profitability expectations.

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Company Snapshot

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. is a major player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages....

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to increase sales and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

N/A

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors to gauge financial performance.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

COKE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.04%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Coca-Cola Consolidated reported an EPS of $1.79, but specific revenue figures were not disclosed. Following the earnings release, the stock experienced a decline of 2.27% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If the company shows strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a recovery in consumer demand and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the earnings report reveals declining sales or increased costs, it may raise concerns about the company's competitive position and profitability.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

This figure will provide insight into how well Coca-Cola Consolidated is performing in a competitive market and whether it is gaining or losing market share.

What are the company's plans to address rising costs?

With inflation impacting many sectors, understanding how Coca-Cola plans to manage costs will be crucial for assessing future profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating Coca-Cola's ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences, especially towards healthier options.

Supporting Evidence

Recent trends show a shift towards non-sugary beverages, which Coca-Cola has been expanding.

The lack of analyst estimates suggests uncertainty, which could lead to a surprise if the company performs well.

Historical data indicates that Coca-Cola has previously rebounded strongly after periods of uncertainty.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment in the market.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter centers around whether Coca-Cola Consolidated can effectively navigate market pressures and deliver growth.

Bull Confirmed If

Revenue growth of 5% or more year-over-year would confirm a strong recovery in consumer demand.

Bear Confirmed If

A revenue decline or flat growth would indicate ongoing challenges in the market.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±17.84%

Historical Avg

±1.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move following the earnings report, indicating heightened uncertainty among investors.

Options are pricing ±16.6% while COKE has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

59.0%

Calls (60K)P/C Ratio: 0.43Puts (7K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 8 of 30 (27%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Coca-Cola exceeds expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2% on the first day, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management provides cautious commentary, expect a muted reaction with potential volatility.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, the stock could decline by approximately 1.4%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or market entries.
2Details on cost management strategies in response to inflation.
3Insights into consumer trends and preferences in the beverage sector.
4Comments on competitive pressures and market share changes.
5Future guidance on revenue and profitability expectations.