Steady Demand Prompts PepsiCo’s 2023 Profit Upgrade Amid Planned Price Hikes
October 10, 2023
Reuters
PepsiCo has announced plans for “modest” price increases in the coming year, despite already implementing several hikes, as steady demand boosts its 2023 profit outlook for the third consecutive time. In the face of rising concerns about inflation and price sensitivity, the company’s decision to raise prices has been supported by a solid profit margin. The global dominance of PepsiCo and Coca-Cola in the carbonated drinks market, along with consumer preferences for “affordable luxuries,” has contributed to their sustained growth.
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