Coca-Cola reported quarterly earnings and revenue that exceeded expectations, with net income of $3.7 billion and earnings per share of 82 cents. Despite soft demand, Coke’s unit case volume rose 1% and organic revenue increased by 6%. The company is targeting low-income consumers with affordable options like mini cans of soda.

In North America, Coke saw flat volume but improvements in lower-income consumer spending. Europe experienced volume declines, but premium brands like Fairlife and Smartwater performed well. Worldwide, water, sports, coffee, and tea segments saw volume growth, while juice and plant-based beverages declined. Coke reiterated its full-year forecast, expecting earnings per share to rise 3% and organic revenue to increase by 5-6%.

Looking to 2026, Coke projects a slight tailwind in revenue and earnings from currency fluctuations. A full forecast will be provided in the fourth-quarter earnings report.

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