Coca-Cola Co - $KO - Earnings Analysis: Strong organic revenue growth driven by price/mix.
Business Model
Coca-Cola generates revenue through the sale of concentrates, syrups, beverage bases, and finished beverages to bottling partners and other customers. Revenue is also generated through Costa non-ready-to-drink beverage products.
Revenue Sources
- Sale of concentrates, syrups, beverage bases, source waters and powders/minerals to bottling partners or other customers.
- Sales of Costa non-ready-to-drink beverage products, primarily measured in number of transactions.
Income Statement Analysis
- Net Operating Revenues increased by 6% due to a 9% growth in price/mix.
- Operating Income increased by 19%.
Balance Sheet Analysis
- Total Assets increased by approximately 2.9%.
- Total Stockholders Equity decreased by approximately 4.2%
- Total Liabilities increased.
Cash Flow Analysis
- Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities decreased, primarily due to a $6.0 billion IRS tax litigation deposit.
- Net Cash Used in Financing Activities.
- Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents at End of Year increased.
Capital Allocation
The company is focused on reinvesting in the business, growing the dividend, and evaluating inorganic growth opportunities. Dividends paid as a percent of adjusted free cash flow was 73%.
Management Commentary
Our all-weather strategy is working, and we continue to demonstrate our ability to lead through dynamic external environments.
Our global scale, coupled with local-market expertise and the unwavering dedication of our people and our system, uniquely position us to capture the vast opportunities ahead.
Overall Sentiment: Positive, expressing confidence in the company's strategy and ability to navigate the market.
Recommendation
Rating: Hold
Reason for Rating: The company demonstrates a steady performance with good momentum, but faces currency headwinds and increasing tax rates.
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