Should you buy Coca-Cola stock now?
The technical signal for Coca-Cola is currently Hold. Coca-Cola trades at $86.17 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.386 with falling momentum (signal: -0.136); RSI is at 42.9 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $94.65 points to 9.8% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Coca-Cola stock?
The average analyst price target for Coca-Cola is $94.65. The current price is $86.17, which gives an upside of 9.8%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $85.19 and $104.12.
Is Coca-Cola a dividend stock?
Yes, Coca-Cola is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 2.42%. The latest dividend was $0.53 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Sep 15, 2026. The payout ratio is 65.0%, which is considered moderate.
When does Coca-Cola pay a dividend in 2026?
The next dividend date for Coca-Cola has not been set yet. The latest ex-dividend date (last trading day with dividend rights) was Sep 15, 2026. The latest dividend was $0.53 per share with an ex-dividend date of Sep 15, 2026. The dividend yield is 2.42%. The payout ratio of 65.0% points to moderate dividend coverage.
What is the risk of Coca-Cola stock?
Coca-Cola is rated as a stock in the risk category Conservative. the annual standard deviation is 18.8%, which classifies the stock as Conservative.
Is Coca-Cola overvalued?
Coca-Cola is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Coca-Cola has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 25.9 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 7.4, a P/B ratio of 10.5. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Coca-Cola overbought?
No, Coca-Cola is not overbought. RSI is at 42.9 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 42.9 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.4% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Coca-Cola earnings report?
Coca-Cola reports its next earnings on October 27, 2026. The stock currently trades at $86.17. With a P/E ratio of 25.9, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Coca-Cola shorted?
Coca-Cola has minimal short interest of 0.95% of the free float, which is insignificant and points to very limited bearish sentiment.
Are insiders buying Coca-Cola stock?
No, insiders are not buying Coca-Cola shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 8 sales. On a net basis, 74,807,353 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 148,413,102 $ sold. Active sellers include Pietracci Bruno, QUAN NANCY, Ray Sanket 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 a good stock?
Based on our total score, Coca-Cola is rated as a good stock with a total score of 68 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 32/100, Quality: 94/100, Momentum: 78/100. In addition: a dividend of 2.42%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Coca-Cola 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 stock?
The outlook for Coca-Cola based on current data: the average analyst price target is $94.65 (+9.8%); the next earnings report is due on Oct 27, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 25.9 (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 stock moving?
Coca-Cola is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Coca-Cola go?
The average analyst price target for Coca-Cola is $94.65, which corresponds to a potential gain of 9.8% from the current price of $86.17. The stock has traded between $64.14 and $91.94 over the last 52 weeks. 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 fall?
The stock has traded as low as $64.14 over the last 52 weeks — that is 25.6% below the current price of $86.17. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 30.2% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±18.8% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. 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 do?
Coca-Cola makes and sells drinks all over the world. The company earns money by producing a huge range of non-alcoholic drinks, from classic soda to coffee and juice.
Most people know Coca-Cola for its bubbly soft drinks, but it also owns brands like Fanta, Sprite, Powerade, ... The company belongs to the Consumer Defensive sector, more specifically the Beverages - Non-Alcoholic industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Coca-Cola as an investment.
Did Coca-Cola raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Coca-Cola. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Coca-Cola making money or losing money?
Yes, Coca-Cola is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 28.6% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 34.9%. At a P/E ratio of 25.9, you currently pay 25.9 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 go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Coca-Cola is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 4.72 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 9 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 298% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Coca-Cola have a lot of debt?
Yes, Coca-Cola has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 298%. For the consumer defensive sector, anything above 200% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Consumer staples deliver predictable earnings — which allows higher debt than in cyclical industries. 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 service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 15.8x, and net debt equals 1.8 years of earnings (EBITDA).
