Should you buy PepsiCo stock now?
No, the technical signal for PepsiCo is currently SELL. PepsiCo trades at $137.68 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.345 with rising momentum (signal: -0.721); RSI is at 47.9 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $155.00 points to 12.6% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for PepsiCo stock?
The average analyst price target for PepsiCo is $155.00. The current price is $137.68, which gives an upside of 12.6%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $139.50 and $170.50.
Is PepsiCo a dividend stock?
Yes, PepsiCo is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 4.12%. The latest dividend was $1.48 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 6/5/2026. The payout ratio is 69.5%, which is considered moderate. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/30/2026.
When does PepsiCo pay a dividend in 2026?
PepsiCo pays its next dividend on 9/30/2026. The latest dividend was $1.48 per share with an ex-dividend date of 6/5/2026. The dividend yield is 4.12%. The payout ratio of 69.5% points to moderate dividend coverage.
What is the risk of PepsiCo stock?
PepsiCo is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 21.3%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is PepsiCo overvalued?
No, PepsiCo is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (12.6% upside). PepsiCo has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 18.3 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 2.0, a P/B ratio of 8.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 12.6%.
Is PepsiCo overbought?
No, PepsiCo is not overbought. RSI is at 47.9 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 47.9 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.3% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next PepsiCo earnings report?
PepsiCo reports its next earnings on October 8, 2026. The stock currently trades at $137.68. With a P/E ratio of 18.3, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is PepsiCo shorted?
Yes, PepsiCo is shorted with 2.7% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying PepsiCo stock?
No, insiders are not buying PepsiCo shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 4 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 195,075 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 9 purchases and 11 sales, with a net 34,758,744 $ sold. Active sellers include Flavell David, Willemsen Eugene, Laguarta Ramon 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 PepsiCo a good stock?
Based on our total score, PepsiCo is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 52 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: 63/100, Quality: 47/100, Momentum: 45/100. In addition: analysts see 12.6% upside to the price target; a dividend of 4.12%; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether PepsiCo 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 PepsiCo stock?
The outlook for PepsiCo based on current data: the average analyst price target is $155.00 (+12.6%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 10/8/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 18.3 (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 PepsiCo stock moving?
PepsiCo is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can PepsiCo go?
The average analyst price target for PepsiCo is $155.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 12.6% from the current price of $137.68. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can PepsiCo fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for PepsiCo. 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 PepsiCo do?
PepsiCo laver og sælger et kæmpe udvalg af drikkevarer og snacks over hele verden. De tjener penge på alt fra chips og sodavand til morgenmadsprodukter.
PepsiCo er især kendt for mærker som Frito-Lay, der laver chips, og selvfølgelig deres Pepsi-drikkevarer. De sælger også ha... 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 PepsiCo as an investment.
Did PepsiCo raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from PepsiCo. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is PepsiCo making money or losing money?
Yes, PepsiCo is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 10.8% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 16.8%. At a P/E ratio of 18.3, you currently pay 18.3 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 PepsiCo go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of PepsiCo is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 3.13 — 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 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 451% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does PepsiCo have a lot of debt?
Yes, PepsiCo has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 451%. 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 PepsiCo service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 17.8x, and net debt equals 2.3 years of earnings (EBITDA).
