Stock Analysis on Net

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO)

$24.99

Price to Earnings (P/E)
since 2005

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Calculation

Coca-Cola Co., P/E, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Coca-Cola Co. Annual Report.

Share Price Trends
The share price exhibited an overall upward trend over the analyzed period. Starting from $20.99 in early 2006, it experienced fluctuations with notable declines and recoveries. The price peaked at $58.65 in early 2020 before a slight drop the following year. Subsequent years saw a renewed increase, reaching $70.04 by early 2025, indicating sustained investor confidence and growth prospects.
Earnings per Share (EPS) Trends
EPS displayed variability throughout the period, beginning at $1.03 in 2006 and generally increasing to a peak of $2.57 in 2011. A sharp decline occurred in 2018, falling to $0.29, which markedly deviates from prior years. However, EPS recovered significantly thereafter, stabilizing around the $2.2 to $2.5 range between 2019 and 2025. This pattern suggests temporary challenges affecting profitability in 2018, followed by recovery and strengthened earnings capacity.
Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio Analysis
The P/E ratio experienced notable fluctuations reflective of changes in both share price and EPS. From a moderate level of around 20 in 2006, it decreased to lows near 12.42 in 2011, corresponding with EPS growth outpacing share price increases. A significant spike to 150.54 in 2018 coincides with the EPS decline, indicating a period where share price remained relatively high despite lower earnings, possibly reflecting investor optimism or expectations of recovery. Post-2018, the P/E ratio normalized to levels in the mid to high 20s, suggesting a more balanced valuation relative to earnings in recent years.
Overall Insights
The data indicates a generally positive performance trend, with share price growth supported by increasing earnings, despite episodic volatility. The 2018 anomaly in EPS and P/E highlights a specific period of financial strain or extraordinary events impacting profitability. Recovery in subsequent years demonstrates resilience and an ability to regain market confidence. The company's valuation, as reflected by the P/E ratio, tends to oscillate in response to earnings changes, maintaining investor expectations consistent with earnings performance over the longer term.

Comparison to Competitors

Coca-Cola Co., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Food, Beverage & Tobacco)


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)