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The article presents the case of Shannon You, a chemist and principal engineer at beverage company Coca-Cola Co. who had access to the chemical recipes for the plastic liners inside the cans Coke filled and sold, who was charged with wire fraud, conspiring to steal and possessing trade secrets and economic espionage. It describes how You used Coke's Bisphenol A non-intent (BPANI) coatings formula, which is an intellectual property, to secure funding from China's Thousand Talents grant program.

Coca-Cola Icecek AS experienced a decline in sales in Turkey and Pakistan due to calls to boycott brands with perceived links to Israel amid conflict in the Middle East and an economic slowdown. The company reported a 12.2% drop in sales volume in Turkey and a 22.9% decrease in Pakistan. Despite challenges in some markets, the company saw growth in other international markets, such as Iraq and Azerbaijan. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Co. has raised its prices, leading to a 10% increase in its price mix, which boosted revenues but resulted in flat or declining sales volumes, particularly for juices, waters, and sports drinks. The company's CEO anticipates a return to more normalized pricing next year. Despite challenges such as the war in the Middle East and adverse weather in Mexico and India, Coca-Cola expects annual sales to increase by 10%. In contrast, rival PepsiCo Inc. has lowered its revenue outlook due to slower growth and global unrest. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Co. has seen a 9% increase in third-quarter organic revenue, driven by higher prices that consumers are willing to pay. The company's price mix rose by 10% during the quarter, leading to adjusted earnings per share of 77 cents, surpassing analyst expectations. Despite a 1% decrease in total unit case volume, Coca-Cola raised its full-year organic growth outlook to about 10%. The company's stock dropped 2.2% in premarket trading, but is still up 18% for the year. [Extracted from the article]

Gatorade, a sports drink brand owned by PepsiCo Inc., has signed a multiyear endorsement deal with college basketball star JuJu Watkins. Watkins, a sophomore guard at the University of Southern California, will be featured in Gatorade's marketing efforts. The financial details of the agreement have not been disclosed. Gatorade is competing with Coca-Cola's Powerade in the college sports market, as both brands seek to align themselves with NCAA student-athletes. Gatorade already has a strong presence in women's basketball, with athletes such as Paige Bueckers and Candace Parker representing the brand. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the marketing of the lemon-lime soft drink Starry by food and beverage manufacturer PepsiCo. Topics explored include the replacement of the soft drink Sierra Mist by Starry, the competition between PepsiCo and beverage firm Coca-Cola Co. in the lemon-lime soft drink market segment, and the promotion of Starry to multicultural consumers.

Coca-Cola Co. plans to invest $1 billion in Nigeria over the next five years, citing ongoing reforms by President Bola Tinubu's government as motivation. The investment will support various businesses in the value chain, including distributors, retailers, and recyclers. Coca-Cola has already invested $1.5 billion in Nigeria over the past decade and previously acquired a 40% stake in Nigerian juice and dairy company Chi Ltd. The investment is seen as a positive development in Nigeria, where other multinational companies have been exiting due to a challenging business environment. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola's Powerade sports drink brand has signed endorsement deals with around three dozen top college athletes, including University of Georgia quarterback Carson Beck. The brand is focusing on college sports to compete with rivals like Gatorade and Prime Hydration, who have agreements with professional athletes and teams. Powerade has also signed a long-term deal with March Madness. The brand is no longer associated with NBA player Ja Morant, who was suspended after appearing to flash a gun on social media. University of Georgia quarterback Carson Beck, a potential top pick in the NFL Draft, has expressed excitement about his endorsement deal with Powerade. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Co. has raised its full-year outlook due to higher prices, resulting in improved performance. The company now expects organic revenue growth of 9% to 10% this year, up from the previous projection of 8% to 9%. In the second quarter, Coca-Cola reported a 15% increase in organic revenue, surpassing analysts' estimates. The company attributes the increase in price mix to inflationary environments in certain countries, but expects inflation pressures to decrease. Coca-Cola's stock rose 1.4% following the announcement. [Extracted from the article]

Stocks in the US and Europe saw slight gains as investor focus shifted from US politics to company earnings. Tech giants Tesla and Alphabet were set to report their earnings, with investors looking for evidence that their businesses are on track. The earnings season is expected to be the main focus for the week, while US election developments and economic data are also being closely watched. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Co. has raised its full-year outlook due to higher prices, resulting in improved performance. The company now expects organic revenue growth of 9% to 10% this year, up from the previous projection of 8% to 9%. In the recent period, organic revenue increased by 15%, surpassing analyst estimates. Coca-Cola's stock rose 1.4% following the announcement. The company has been able to increase prices for its beverages, despite some resistance from consumers. However, its main rival, PepsiCo Inc., reported weaker-than-expected revenue growth. Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey is currently in London and will be heading to Paris for the Olympics, where the company is a major sponsor. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Co. has raised its full-year outlook due to higher prices, leading to improved performance. The company now expects organic revenue growth of 9% to 10% this year, up from the previous projection of 8% to 9%. In the recent period, organic revenue increased by 15%, surpassing analysts' estimates. Coca-Cola has been able to raise prices for its beverages, despite some resistance from consumers. The company's total unit case volume globally increased by 2%, but declined by 1% in North America. This is in contrast to its main rival, PepsiCo Inc., which reported weaker-than-expected revenue growth. [Extracted from the article]

Delta Corp, a Zimbabwean beer maker and Coca-Cola bottler, has lost an appeal against paying $55 million in taxes in local currency. The Supreme Court upheld a High Court decision, ruling that the company must pay in US dollars for sales made in greenbacks. This comes as most Zimbabwean companies sell goods in US dollars due to the country's economic mismanagement and hyperinflation. President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration has been encouraging the use of a new currency called the ZiG, with the goal of making it the nation's sole currency by 2026. Delta Corp reported a profit of $100.5 million in the year ending March. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports that the Coca-Cola Co. was among the first multinational company to pledge it would quit Russia in protest. Coke asked its partners in Russia to pull its cans and bottles from stores, cease deliveries of syrup to soda fountains, and stop bottling its brands. Also noted are the top-selling carbonated drinks in Russia, the passage of a law in Russia allowing branded goods to be sold without the trademark owner's consent, and the challenge faced by companies still in Russia.

Despite pledging to quit Russia in protest of Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, multinational companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo have not completely withdrawn from the country. Coca-Cola's bottler in Russia, Multon Partners, introduced a new cola called Dobry Cola, which has become the country's most popular soda. Coca-Cola itself is still available through imports from neighboring countries. Similarly, PepsiCo stopped producing and selling its popular brands in Russia but introduced new colas and saw its beverage sales increase. Many other multinational companies have also scaled back their operations in Russia but have not completely exited the market. [Extracted from the article]

Global companies are investing heavily in advertising for the upcoming cricket match between India and Pakistan, which will be held in the US. The match, part of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, is significant as it is the first time the tournament is being held in the US. Ad slots for the game are expected to sell for as much as $48,000 for 10 seconds. Multinational firms like Emirates Group, Saudi Aramco, and Coca-Cola Co. are among the sponsors of the tournament, which has been scheduled to coincide with peak viewership hours in South Asian countries. The match between India and Pakistan is highly anticipated, with tickets being oversubscribed by 200 times. Indians in the US, who are among the wealthiest ethnic groups in the country, are eagerly looking forward to the game. The tournament aims to draw wider global attention to cricket ahead of its inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. [Extracted from the article]

Kenya has signed a $3.6 billion agreement with Everstrong Capital LLC to construct a toll-road expressway connecting Nairobi and Mombasa. The expressway, called Usahihi, will have four to six lanes and will pass through a wildlife reserve. The project is part of President William Ruto's efforts to attract private investment to Kenya and reduce the country's debt vulnerabilities. Other investment deals announced during Ruto's US visit include a $1 billion data center by Microsoft and G42, as well as $175 million for Coca-Cola's local operations. The US International Development Finance Corp. is also expected to announce new investments in Kenya. Ruto will also advocate for the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, a trade program with sub-Saharan nations. [Extracted from the article]

Kenya has signed a $3.6 billion agreement with Everstrong Capital LLC to construct an expressway connecting Nairobi and Mombasa. The toll-road project, called Usahihi, will span 440 kilometers and have four to six lanes, passing through a wildlife reserve. President William Ruto is seeking increased private investment in Kenya during his visit to the US, as the country aims to strengthen ties with the US amid growing influence from China and Russia. Other investment deals announced during Ruto's tour include a $1 billion data center by Microsoft and G42, as well as $175 million for Coca-Cola's local operations. The US International Development Finance Corp. is also expected to announce new investments in Kenya. Ruto will also advocate for the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, a trade program set to expire in 2025. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc. has raised $1.2 billion in the bond market to buy back stock. The company sold bonds in two parts, with the longest portion being a $500 million 10-year security. The bond sale will be used to fund equity transactions and any remaining net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. This is the first time the company has tapped into the investment-grade dollar debt market with a public offering since 2015. The bond sale was managed by Bank of America Corp., PNC Financial Services Group, Truist Securities Inc., and Wells Fargo & Co. The debt is expected to be rated Baa1 by Moody's Ratings and BBB+ by S&P Global Ratings. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola has raised its outlook for 2024 after exceeding expectations in the first quarter. The increase in prices that consumers paid for Coca-Cola's products was mainly due to high inflationary markets in Latin America and Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Unit case volume grew in developing and emerging markets like Brazil, the Philippines, and Nigeria, while it remained flat in North America. Despite currency headwinds affecting earnings, Coca-Cola's organic revenue rose 11% in the most recent quarter, and the company now expects it to grow as much as 9% for the full year. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola Co. has raised its outlook for 2024 after reporting better-than-expected first-quarter results. Organic revenue, which excludes currency shifts and acquisitions, increased by 11% in the quarter, surpassing analysts' estimates. The company now expects organic revenue to grow by as much as 9% for the full year, higher than the previous range of 6% to 7% and above the average estimate. However, unit case volume fell short of expectations, with declines in water, sports drinks, coffee, and tea. Coca-Cola also raised its prices by 13% in the quarter, more than what the market anticipated. PepsiCo Inc. also reported strong sales growth recently. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola is reportedly preparing for a potential initial public offering (IPO) of its African bottling business, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa. The company is considering a dual listing in Johannesburg and Amsterdam and may seek a valuation of over $8 billion. Coca-Cola currently owns 66.5% of the bottling unit, with the remaining 33.5% owned by Gutsche Family Investments. The IPO plans were initially announced in 2021 but were put on hold. Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is the largest Coca-Cola bottling partner in Africa, operating in 15 African countries and accounting for 40% of all Coca-Cola volumes sold on the continent. [Extracted from the article]

PepsiCo has signed a 10-year agreement to become the exclusive beverage provider for Subway sandwich shops in the US, replacing Coca-Cola. Starting in January 2025, Coca-Cola brands will be phased out and replaced with PepsiCo products such as Mountain Dew, Tropicana, and Gatorade. Subway is Coca-Cola's largest US fountain account, and the sandwich chain is the largest restaurant chain in the US. Subway has also extended its agreement with Frito-Lay, a unit of PepsiCo, to provide chips and snacks. Additionally, Subway has announced plans to expand its presence in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Czech Republic through a partnership with a private investment fund. The deal is pending a Federal Trade Commission investigation. [Extracted from the article]

PepsiCo has signed an agreement to become the exclusive beverage provider for all Subway sandwich shops in the US, replacing Coca-Cola. The 10-year deal will see PepsiCo products such as Mountain Dew, Tropicana, and Gatorade replace Coca-Cola brands like Sprite and Diet Coke in Subway restaurants starting in January 2025. Subway, which operates around 20,000 restaurants in the US and nearly 37,000 worldwide, will also extend its agreement with Frito-Lay, PepsiCo's snack-food unit, to provide chips and snacks until 2030. The acquisition of Subway by Roark Capital Group is currently under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission. [Extracted from the article]

PepsiCo has signed an agreement to become the exclusive beverage provider for all Subway sandwich shops in the US, replacing Coca-Cola. The 10-year deal will see PepsiCo products like Mountain Dew, Tropicana, and Gatorade offered at Subway locations starting in January 2025. Coca-Cola brands will gradually be phased out over several months. Subway also extended its agreement with Frito-Lay, a PepsiCo subsidiary, to provide chips and snacks at its restaurants until 2030. This announcement comes as Subway is in the process of being acquired by Roark Capital Group pending a Federal Trade Commission investigation. [Extracted from the article]

Wendy's, a burger chain that serves Coca-Cola beverages, has hired Kirk Tanner, a PepsiCo executive of 32 years, as its new CEO. Tanner, who currently serves as CEO of PepsiCo's North America beverage business, will retire from PepsiCo on February 2 and assume the role of CEO at Wendy's on February 5. Wendy's has experienced consistent sales growth and is expected to announce its sixth consecutive annual sales gain for 2023. [Extracted from the article]

Coca-Cola CEO, James Quincey, stated that the company's diverse range of products will protect its business in the face of changing consumption habits caused by weight loss and appetite suppression drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. Quincey emphasized that Coca-Cola already offers products without calories and sugar in almost every category. He downplayed the potential impact of these drugs on the company, stating that Coca-Cola will continue to sell its sugary sweet Coke beverage, which he believes will remain a significant part of the business. Quincey also mentioned that the company is focused on supporting its employees in the Israel-Gaza conflict and has no plans to exit the region. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents a list of the top one hundred global brands, based on correlation between brand and company revenue and the risk profile of the brand. Companies on the list include soda manufacturer Coca-Cola, computer software makers Microsoft and IBM, auto manufacturer Toyota, and fast food chain McDonald's.

The article profiles Mary Minnick, head of marketing, strategy, and innovation at Coca-Cola Co. Minnick has gained notice at the company through her outspoken criticism of existing manufacturing and marketing techniques, which she regarded as complacent and not nearly aggressive enough for a globalized market. INSETS: Mary E. Minnick;Mary's Makeover.

The article discusses methods successful companies learn from their mistakes. Companies like Coca-Cola Co. have histories that are littered with failed product launches, yet the company still remains the world market leader. This success is due to an ability to learn from failure and embrace risks to achieve breakthroughs. INSETS: A Formula for Failure;Famous Flops.

Provides a list of the top 100 most valuable global brands for 2005. Coca-Cola Co.; Microsoft Corp.; International Business Machines (IBM) Corp.; General Electric (GE) Co.; Intel Corp.; Nokia Corp.; Walt Disney Co.; McDonald's Corp.; Toyota Motor Co.; Marlboro; Others.

Examines the financial performance of Coca-Cola. Comments of CEO E. Neville Isdell on his return to the company from retirement; View that Coca-Cola faces financial trouble and lack of growth in sales; Impact of business strategies employed by the company's late CEO, Roberto C. Goizueta; Strength of Coca-Cola products in international markets; Competition between Coca-Cola and Pepsi; Influence of Coca-Cola's board of directors on the company's operations. INSETS: Breakdown;Following a Legend.

Discusses the ranking of the world's most valuable global brands. Qualifications for being ranked; Specified amount that the brand value must have; Companies that must be global in nature; Companies that must have publicly available marketing and financial data; Details of the process; Companies that include Coca-Cola, Microsoft, IBM, GE, and Intel.

Discusses Coca-Cola Co. Chief Executive Officer Doug Ivester's long-term strategy for meeting the challenges facing the company as of spring 1999. Impact of global economic turmoil on the company's profitability; The 1997-1999 sales, earnings, and stock price statistics; Ivester's rationale for capital investment; His background and tenure with the company; Comparison to his predecessor. INSETS: A Case of Deja Vu;Now That's a Pepsi Challenge.

The article discusses the implications of the pricing power of companies that cater to consumers for the U.S. Federal Reserve's effort to fight inflation through raising interest rates. Topics include the ability of these companies to push for more price increases as American consumers are still eager to spend and an increase in the first-quarter results through May 2023 reported by companies in the consumer staples segment such as Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble and Hershey.

Focuses on the venture of beverage company Coca-Cola Co. in the Chinese, Indian and Indonesian market. Total investments made; Political risks; Increase in beverage sale in Asia; Difficulty in expanding product distribution. INSET: COKE'S ASIAN CHALLENGES.

Presents an excerpt from the book, 'I'd Like The World To Buy A Coke,' by Roberto Goizueta, the chairman and chief executive officer of Coca-Cola Co.

The article focuses on the contribution of Roberto Goizueta, chief executive officer of Coca-Cola Co. in the growth of the company. In four years, Goizueta turned the company into a $7.4 bn diversified company. His decisions sometimes even challenged the traditions of the company, one of them being, when he replaced weak bottlers and introduced diet Coke. Former company chief financial officer Sam Ayoub opines that Goizueta sets high standards for himself and expects the same from everyone.

The article focuses on the rapid growth and product innovation of Coca-Cola Co. in the U.S. softdrink industry. It is noted that the company has been revitalized following the PepsiCo Inc.'s threat to Coke's title as king of food-store sales, and responded by expanding its name and adding more decaffeinated versions of Coke, diet Coke, and Tab. The marketing strategies and activities of Coke's expanded brand names are also explored.

The article focuses on the E. and J. Gallo Winery which rules the U.S. wine industry in 1980's in terms of profits. The author said that the greatest challenge of the company is its rivalry to the softdrink market particularly Coca-Cola Co. He believes that the industry's key to double the wine sales is to spread the product message to potential customers. The president of Wine Spectrum Harry Teasley says the country is looking for lightness, those products with low alcohol and calorie content.

The article discusses the competition of Pepsi-Cola (PepsiCo) with Coca-Cola Co. (Coke) in the U.S. soft drinks industry. The sales revenues of PepsiCo in the fourth quarter of 1977 is 1.1 billion U.S. dollars, while Coke earned 880 million U.S. dollars. However, PepsiCo increased its market share from 15 to 22 percent. In addition, PepsiCo reportedly expects that its purchase of Taco Bell and Pizza Hut Inc. will increase its annual revenues.

The article presents tips on investment strategies and opportunities in the U.S. for 1978. Some analysts feel that growth stocks such as Coca-Cola Co. and Eli Lilly are undervalued and that the outlook for blue-chip stocks in the Dow Jones industrial average will not be as good as for the typical growth stock. Options are recommended by many analysts as an investment strategy to prevent large losses. Some investors feel the bond markets provide higher yields and greater price stability than the stock markets. INSET: Tying individual pension funds to the CPI.

The article presents an analysis on the impact of demographic trends to beverage industry in the U.S. According to the data released by the National Soft Drink Association and Census Bureau, the key problems for soft-drink producers are the slowing down of growth and shrinking market. Consumers between the ages of 13 and 24 are the lifeblood of the soft drink industry which consumes 823 cans of soda pop each year. Moreover, the marketing strategies of Coca-Cola Co. are also discussed.

Contests that with Coke facing slow US growth and a continued onslaught by PepsiCo. Inc., there is no advantage too small to fight for these days. In light of the stiffer challenges in its US market, Coke is reinventing the way it manages its domestic marketing, by relying less on the feel-good image ads, and focusing more on harder-edged promotions. Guerrilla tactics; Developments.

A list of various companies that acquired other companies in the year 1986 is presented. The company Unilever PLC acquired Chesebrough-Pond's. The company Celanese AG was acquired by the firm American Hoechst. Coca-Cola Co. acquired the firm JTL.

The article reports on the role of Coca-Cola Export Corp. in the financial success of soft drink maker Coca-Cola in the U.S. The overseas operations of Coca-Cola generated 104 million U.S. dollars in earnings in 1972 that makes them more profitable than its domestic operations. The continued growth of Coco-Cola abroad has resulted to an increase in investment in the company's stock. The management of Coca-Cola Export is decentralized with its decision making process follows a hierarchy of zone, area, and regional offices.

The article reports that most of the companies in the U.S. are changing their logos and corporate symbols in an attempt to sharpen their image and to represent their diversified business. American Roekwell Corp., Coca-Cola Co. and Quaker Oats Co. are planning to adopt new corporate symbols. Some of these companies have changed their names and they are even thinking of launching corporate identity programs.

The article offers information on 'Project Arden,' a brand image renovation project of Coca-Cola Co. The project has been undertaken to boost sales and to maintain its leadership and momentum in the soft-drink industry. The changes include a new slogan 'The Real Thing- Coke,' a new graphic image, and standardization of all coke signs. Only the Coca-Cola script, Coke trademarks and the red color associated with coke will be retained by the company.

The article reports on the reorganization of Coca-Cola Co., a softdrink manufacturer in the U.S. It states that the said reorganization involves promotions for management positions and improvement of the company's products. It notes that the company has promoted William E. Robin as its new president, replacing retiree H. B. Nicholson. It adds that the management hopes that the reorganization will help the company meet industrial challenges.

The article profiles Coca-Cola Co. It is reported that, Coca-Cola is the number one company in the soft drink industry of the U.S. as its net profit in the year 1939 increased by 13.5% from the year 1938. As reported, the company's soft drink was invented by pharmacist J. S. Pemberton in the year 1886, and it contains ingredients like, sugar, cocoa leaf, and kola nut according to a secret formula. As reported, to tackle any shortage of sugar, the company has created a sugar reserve.