International cola giant forecasts strong revenue growth eyeing sustainable demand

The carbonated soft drink manufacturer Coca-Cola announced that the company upraised its annual growth forecast as the demand for the colas escalates dynamically, notwithstanding the price surge to soften the jolt of higher costs for vital feeds like aluminium cans and corn sugar.

Aluminium beverage cans are the most sustainable beverage packaging material. It is made from aluminium and has a higher recycling rate and more recycled content than competing package types. Furthermore, aluminium cans are lightweight, stackable and strong, allowing brands to package and transport more beverages using less material.

However, the packaged food producers have so far witnessed the negligible impact of decades-high inflation on demand, particularly in the United States, as people prefer spending on forking at home rather than visiting restaurants.

The international cola giant’s biggest contender PepsiCo Inc. stated a few days back that the company has not witnessed any slowdown in consumption demand despite its price hikes. Hence, there is space for prices to soar.

The 2022 forecast from Coca-Cola spotlighted organic revenue to rise 12%-13% compared to the previous expectation of 7%-8% growth. The company’s net income rose 12% to $11.3 billion in Q2 2022. According to Refinitiv IBES data, analysts predicted revenue of around $10.55 billion.

James Quincey, the Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, said, “Our results this quarter reflect the agility of our business, the strength of our streamlined portfolio of brands, and the actions we’ve taken to execute for growth in the face of challenges in the operating and macroeconomic environment. We stay true to our purpose, executing our strategy and delivering value for our stakeholders.”