Coca-Cola Q1 2025 Profit Rises, Shares Surge

Coca-Cola’s Q1 2025 results showed a slight revenue decline to $11.1 billion but an increase in net income and earnings per share, supported by price hikes and strong demand in regions such as India and emerging markets. Gross and operating margins expanded, driven by organic revenue growth and strategic cost controls, despite challenges from currency fluctuations and higher commodity costs. Sales volumes in North America and Mexico fell due to higher prices and the impact of Trump-era trade tariffs on lower-income consumers. Coca-Cola’s Indian operations achieved double-digit volume growth, and bottler Coca-Cola HBC AG exceeded expectations in emerging markets despite inflation and FX volatility. The company raised its dividend and continued share buybacks, contributing to a 15% year-to-date share price increase. Analysts remain positive about Coca-Cola’s outlook, though geopolitical risks and consumer backlash in some markets remain concerns.