Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 665% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE.US) – stock price at 188.39 $, August 2026
Coca-Cola Consolidated stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Coca-Cola Consolidated Price Target 2026: Analysts See 664% Upside

The average price target for Coca-Cola Consolidated is $1,440.00. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 664,37% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Coca-Cola Consolidated overvalued or undervalued?

Coca-Cola Consolidated is currently undervalued with a gap of 664.4% relative to the price target.


The current price is $188.39, which places Coca-Cola Consolidated in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $1,296.00, and overvalued when the price exceeds $1,584.00.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Coca-Cola Consolidated, the fair value range lies between $1,296.00 and $1,584.00.


See the full price target analysis for Coca-Cola Consolidated →

About Coca-Cola Consolidated – Beverages - Non-Alcoholic

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, markets, and distributes nonalcoholic beverages in the United States. It operates through Nonalcoholic Beverages and All Other segments. The company offers sparkling beverages; still beverages, including energy products; noncarbonated beverages, such as bottled water, ready to drink coffee and tea, enhanced water, juices, and sports drinks. It also sells its products to other Coca-Cola bottlers; and post-mix products that are dispensed through equipment, which mix the fountain syrups with carbonated or still water enabling fountain retailers to sell finished products to consumers in cups or glasses. In addition, the company manufactures and distributes various other beverage brands comprising Dr Pepper and Monster Energy. It sells and distributes its products directly to customers, including grocery stores, mass merchandise stores, club stores, convenience stores and drug stores, restaurants, schools, amusement parks, and recreational facilities, as well as vending machine outlets. The company was formerly known as Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated and changed its name to Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. in January 2019. Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Coca-Cola Consolidated

$ 12,0B Market cap
$ 7,5B Revenue
Beverages - Non-Alcoholic Industry
24.83 P/E
1.61 P/S
8.24 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Coca-Cola Consolidated?

Growth stock

Coca-Cola Consolidated is classified as a growth stock with quarterly earnings growth of 265.8% and strong long-term momentum of 0.0%.

Score Overview for Coca-Cola Consolidated

💰 Value Score 50/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 51/100 (Neutral)
🚀 Momentum Score 60/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 53/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Coca-Cola Consolidated that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 275% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.

📈 Valuation

Coca-Cola Consolidated trades at a P/E ratio of 24.8, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 17.4 (30% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 1.6. The P/B ratio is 8.2. The PEG ratio is 3.04 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Coca-Cola Consolidated has a profit margin of 7.7% (moderate) and an operating margin of 7.4%. Return on equity (ROE) is 135.2% — excellent return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 12.7%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 265.8% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 1.15 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 274.8% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 8.24% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Coca-Cola Consolidated Dividend 2026: 0.6% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Coca-Cola Consolidated in 2026

Dividend yield
0.55%
Dividend per share
0.25 USD
Payout ratio
12.7%
Low
Dividend growth (4 years)
+3,233.3%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
1.17 USD

When does Coca-Cola Consolidated pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
July 24, 2026
Next dividend payment
August 7, 2026
Latest payment date
August 7, 2026

How much does Coca-Cola Consolidated pay in dividends?

Coca-Cola Consolidated pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.25 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 0.55%. Over the last 4 years, the annual dividend has grown by 3,233.3%, which shows positive dividend growth.

The payout ratio is 12.7%, which is low. This suggests the company prioritizes reinvesting in growth over dividend payments. There is good room to raise the dividend in the future.

Historical Dividend Payments for Coca-Cola Consolidated

We have registered dividend payments for Coca-Cola Consolidated since 2021-10-21. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 20 times, most recently on 2026-07-24. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrencyPeriod
2026-07-242026-08-070.25USDUnknown period
2026-04-242026-05-080.25USDUnknown period
2026-01-232026-02-060.25USDUnknown period
2025-10-242025-11-070.25USDUnknown period
2025-07-252025-08-080.25USDUnknown period
2025-04-252025-05-090.25USDUnknown period
2025-01-242025-02-070.25USDUnknown period
2024-10-252024-11-080.25USDUnknown period
2024-07-262024-08-090.05USDUnknown period
2024-04-252024-05-100.05USDUnknown period
2024-01-252024-02-091.65USDUnknown period
2023-10-262023-11-100.05USDUnknown period
2023-07-272023-08-110.05USDUnknown period
2023-04-272023-05-120.05USDUnknown period
2023-01-262023-02-100.35USDUnknown period
2022-10-262022-11-100.03USDUnknown period
2022-07-282022-08-120.03USDUnknown period
2022-04-272022-05-120.03USDUnknown period
2022-01-272022-02-110.03USDUnknown period
2021-10-212021-11-050.03USDUnknown period

Insider Trading in Coca-Cola Consolidated 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at Coca-Cola Consolidated have made 20 transactions – split into 3 purchases and 17 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 2,946,202,973 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Everett Morgan Harrison, COCA COLA CO, Murrey John W III and others.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): No activity

There has been no insider trading in the last 3 months.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 3 purchases and 17 sales. A net 2,946,202,973 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Everett Morgan Harrison bought 1 shares at 907 $ each on 2024-01-19. The stock has since fallen 79.6%.

Latest sale: COCA COLA CO sold 18,835,460 shares at 127 $ each on 2025-11-07.

Who is buying: Everett Morgan Harrison.

Who is selling: COCA COLA CO, Everett Morgan Harrison, Murrey John W III, COCA COLA ENTERPRISES INC.

Latest Insider Trades in Coca-Cola Consolidated (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Coca-Cola Consolidated. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2025-11-07 COCA COLA CO Sell 18,835,460 127 2,392,103,420
2024-07-05 COCA COLA CO Sell 598,619 925 553,722,575
2024-04-05 Everett Morgan Harrison Sell 4 818 3,270
2024-01-19 Everett Morgan Harrison Buy 1 907 907
2024-01-18 Everett Morgan Harrison Buy 1 909 909
2023-12-18 Everett Morgan Harrison Buy 2 856 1,712
2019-05-10 Murrey John W III Sell 500 381 190,380
2007-08-20 COCA COLA ENTERPRISES INC Sell 7 57 396
2007-08-17 COCA COLA ENTERPRISES INC Sell 100 58 5,801
2007-08-16 COCA COLA ENTERPRISES INC Sell 532 54 28,930

Who is buying and selling Coca-Cola Consolidated shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Coca-Cola Consolidated: Everett Morgan Harrison. In total, 3,528 $ was bought across 3 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: COCA COLA CO, Everett Morgan Harrison, Murrey John W III, COCA COLA ENTERPRISES INC. In total, 2,946,206,501 $ was sold across 17 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Coca-Cola Consolidated Short Selling 2026: 8.2% Sold Short

High short interest: 8.2% of the free float
Short % of free float
8.2%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 8.2% means that 8.2% of the freely traded shares in Coca-Cola Consolidated have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
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8.2%

When Does Coca-Cola Consolidated Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Coca-Cola Consolidated is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Coca-Cola Consolidated 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE.US) – RSI 51, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Coca-Cola Consolidated technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $184.74 is 1.0% above the 20-day average ($182.89). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 1.4% above the 50-day average ($182.26). Long term, the stock is 6.7% above the 200-day average ($173.22), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (182.26) is above the 200-day average (173.22), which is a classic bullish signal for Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc.

Is Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc overbought or oversold?

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc has an RSI of 50.8, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.807), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.939) by 0.132, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (4.742), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (6.733) by 1.991, which suggests the long-term momentum is fading – the positive trend could come under pressure.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a daily basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 35.7%, which classifies the stock as medium risk. The price can swing noticeably when the market moves.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.807). Weekly bullish (4.742).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly falling.

RSI: 50.8 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Coca-Cola Consolidated stock in 2026

Should you buy Coca-Cola Consolidated stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Coca-Cola Consolidated is currently BUY. Coca-Cola Consolidated trades at $188.39 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.807 with falling momentum (signal: 0.939); RSI is at 50.8 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $1,440.00 points to 664.4% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Coca-Cola Consolidated stock?
The average analyst price target for Coca-Cola Consolidated is $1,440.00. The current price is $188.39, which gives an upside of 664.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $1,296.00 and $1,584.00.
Is Coca-Cola Consolidated a dividend stock?
Yes, Coca-Cola Consolidated is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.55%. The latest dividend was $0.25 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 7/24/2026. The payout ratio is 12.7%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/7/2026.
When does Coca-Cola Consolidated pay a dividend in 2026?
Coca-Cola Consolidated pays its next dividend on 8/7/2026. The latest dividend was $0.25 per share with an ex-dividend date of 7/24/2026. The dividend yield is 0.55%. The payout ratio of 12.7% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Coca-Cola Consolidated stock?
Coca-Cola Consolidated is rated as a stock with moderate risk. the annual standard deviation is 35.7%, which classifies the stock as moderate risk.
Is Coca-Cola Consolidated overvalued?
No, Coca-Cola Consolidated is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (664.4% upside). Coca-Cola Consolidated has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 24.8 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 1.6, a P/B ratio of 8.2. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 664.4%.
Is Coca-Cola Consolidated overbought?
No, Coca-Cola Consolidated is not overbought. RSI is at 50.8 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 50.8 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 3.0% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Coca-Cola Consolidated earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Coca-Cola Consolidated has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Coca-Cola Consolidated shorted?
Yes, Coca-Cola Consolidated is shorted with 8.2% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Coca-Cola Consolidated stock?
No, insiders are not buying Coca-Cola Consolidated shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 3 purchases and 17 sales, with a net 2,946,202,973 $ sold. Active sellers include COCA COLA CO, Everett Morgan Harrison, Murrey John W III and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Coca-Cola Consolidated a good stock?
Based on our total score, Coca-Cola Consolidated is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 54 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 50/100, Quality: 51/100, Momentum: 60/100. In addition: analysts see 664.4% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.55%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Coca-Cola Consolidated is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Coca-Cola Consolidated stock?
The outlook for Coca-Cola Consolidated based on current data: the average analyst price target is $1,440.00 (+664.4%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 24.8 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Coca-Cola Consolidated stock rising?
Coca-Cola Consolidated is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 3.0% above the 20-day average; short interest is 8.2% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Coca-Cola Consolidated go?
The average analyst price target for Coca-Cola Consolidated is $1,440.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 664.4% from the current price of $188.39. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Coca-Cola Consolidated fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Coca-Cola Consolidated. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Coca-Cola Consolidated do?
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, markets, and distributes nonalcoholic beverages in the United States. It operates through Nonalcoholic Beverages and All Other segments. The company offers sparkling beverages; still beverages, includi... The company belongs to the Defensivt forbrug sector, more specifically the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Coca-Cola Consolidated as an investment.
Did Coca-Cola Consolidated raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Coca-Cola Consolidated. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Coca-Cola Consolidated making money or losing money?
Yes, Coca-Cola Consolidated is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 7.7% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 7.4%. At a P/E ratio of 24.8, you currently pay 24.8 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Coca-Cola Consolidated go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Coca-Cola Consolidated is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.15 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 275% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Coca-Cola Consolidated have a lot of debt?
Yes, Coca-Cola Consolidated has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 275%. For the defensivt forbrug sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Coca-Cola Consolidated service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 5.7x, and net debt equals 2.1 years of earnings (EBITDA).