Coca-Cola Beats Earnings — Buffett’s Watching Closely 👀

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) just delivered a third-quarter earnings beat — reporting $0.82 per share vs the $0.78 analyst estimate and $12.46 billion in revenue vs $12.39 billion expected. While demand remains soft in North America, international sales and non-carbonated categories like water, sports drinks, and coffee helped lift results. Shares climbed nearly 3% in pre-market trading to $70.29 after the announcement. The quarter also caught the attention of Warren Buffett, whose Berkshire Hathaway holds ~400 million shares of Coca-Cola — around 9% of the company — making it one of his largest investments. Despite softer U.S. consumer trends, Coca-Cola reaffirmed its 2025 outlook, expecting earnings to rise 3% and organic revenue growth between 5-6%. The company also sees a slight tailwind from currency effects heading into 2026. Coca-Cola’s consistent performance, global reach, and pricing power make it a key consumer staple to watch — especially as investors compare its results with PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) and other beverage giants. ✅ Subscribe for more earnings breakdowns and market stories. 🖥️ Try Benzinga Pro FREE with a 14 day trial: https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register 📈 Take your trading to the next level with our suite of premium research services and tools: https://www.benzinga.com/services 🌐 Find more market-moving insights at https://www.benzinga.com — your one-stop destination for the latest financial news, data, and expert analysis to stay ahead of the markets. 📲 Follow us on socials @benzinga ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🔹Free Benzinga Webinars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQ2jOJNkDfI&list=PL4k0fH8EgI3YTdqniRmxrvz97w3IQ61rD 🔹Benzinga Pro Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2FaHhLIrks&list=PL4k0fH8EgI3YMwoBMFXGvVMkgixFymmei&pp=gAQB 🔹Earnings Calls: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2-AoCw64Ok&list=PL4k0fH8EgI3buZI5529R53wJUNd9NS4_s 🔹Premarket Playbook: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4k0fH8EgI3ZVRPM7INpG--GvohnBVTnT 🔹Benzinga's All Access: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4k0fH8EgI3bQSn91atO-3lPT4V6Nwsmh 🔹Subscribe To The Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Benzinga ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ⚠️ Disclaimer: Investing in financial markets carries risk, and there are no guaranteed returns. All information is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice. Always do your own research and speak with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Only invest what you can afford to lose. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. #earnings #cocacola #stockmarket