The Coca-Cola Company (KO) Stock Analysis & Winston Score
The Coca-Cola Company makes and sells soft drinks, juices, and other non-alcoholic beverages that people buy at stores, restaurants, and vending machines around the world. Its main products include Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, and Dasani water, along with hundreds of other drink brands that serve consumers in nearly every country. Coca-Cola is the world's largest beverage company and owns some of the most recognized brand names on the planet. The company makes money by selling concentrated syrup to bottling partners who then mix, package, and distribute the final products to retailers and restaurants. Coca-Cola operates in over 200 countries and territories, generating annual revenues of around $43 billion through this asset-light business model that relies heavily on its bottling network. The company's main competitive advantage is its massive global distribution system and powerful brand recognition, though it faces ongoing pressure from changing consumer preferences toward healthier drinks and reduced sugar consumption.
Winston Score: 63/100 — Good
A decent business — some strong pillars, some weaker.
- Quality: Good (20/30)
- Growth: Exceptional (17/20)
- Cash Flow: Exceptional (9/10)
- Stability: Good (6/10)
- Valuation: Good (6/10)
- Ownership: Weak (2/15)
Key Facts
Price: $81.56
Market Cap: $350.9B
Sector: Consumer Defensive
Industry: Beverages - Non-Alcoholic

