PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) is listed as one of the most active blue chip stocks to buy now, with JPMorgan upgrading it from Neutral to Overweight and increasing the price target to $164. The company’s recent press release discussed plans to boost shareholder returns, including early guidance for 2026. Analysts believe PepsiCo’s strategic plan will drive high total shareholder return in 2026 and position the stock well against competitors. Despite no major changes in business objectives, the company’s enhanced productivity targets and improved top-line growth outlook are promising. PepsiCo is a prominent American multinational corporation in the food, snack, and beverage sectors.

Read more at Yahoo Finance: PepsiCo (PEP) Upgraded to Overweight by JPMorgan After Initiatives to Boost Shareholder Returns