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Keurig Dr Pepper to Receive $925 Million From Chobani Deals, Supporting Debt Reduction

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) announced Tuesday a series of transactions with Chobani that will generate approximately $925 million in pre-tax proceeds while expanding the companies’ long-term commercial partnership.

KDP will sell its entire minority equity stake in Chobani back to the company for $800 million. Separately, Chobani will acquire KDP’s manufacturing and warehouse facility in Allentown, Pennsylvania, for approximately $125 million, including the facility lease, equipment and operations.

Keurig Dr Pepper plans to use the net proceeds primarily to reduce debt, supporting its deleveraging strategy as it prepares to operate its future Beverage Co. and Global Coffee Co. businesses. The transactions are expected to close during the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions.

Despite selling its Chobani investment, KDP is strengthening the companies’ commercial relationship. KDP will continue distributing La Colombe ready-to-drink lattes and other Chobani-owned beverages through its direct-store-delivery network, with the agreement expanded to cover future RTD products. The companies will also maintain their licensing, manufacturing and distribution arrangement for La Colombe-branded K-Cup pods in the U.S. and Canada.

Chobani will also continue manufacturing certain KDP products at the Allentown facility for a transitional period.

For KDP, the transactions provide a sizable cash inflow without ending its commercial exposure to Chobani’s beverage brands. Using the proceeds to reduce leverage could strengthen the balance sheet ahead of the planned business separation, while the expanded distribution agreement preserves opportunities to benefit from growth in La Colombe and future Chobani beverage launches.

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WS Investor 09-01-26

KDP Stock Gains After Morgan Stanley Starts Coverage With Overweight Rating

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) shares rose about 2.4% after Morgan Stanley initiated coverage of the beverage company with an Overweight rating.

Analyst Dara Mohsenian set a $38 price target. Based on the $31.82 current share price, the target implies roughly 19% upside.

The bullish initiation suggests Morgan Stanley sees an attractive risk-reward profile for KDP. As a major player in the North American beverage sector, Keurig Dr Pepper combines its established coffee platform with a broad portfolio of soft drinks and other beverages, providing diversification across several consumer categories.

The positive analyst coverage appears to be supporting KDP shares, with the stock gaining about 2.4% following the report.

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WS Investor 08-20-26

# Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) Rises 4.6% After HSBC Upgrades Stock to Buy

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) shares are up 4.6% after HSBC upgraded the beverage company from Hold to Buy, providing a positive catalyst for the stock.

HSBC analyst Sorabh Daga maintained a $40 price target. Based on the $30.93 share price shown in the report, the target implies roughly 29% upside potential.

## Why Is KDP Stock Up?

The upgrade likely reflects a more favorable view of Keurig Dr Pepper’s risk-reward profile and outlook within the consumer staples and beverage sector. KDP has a diversified portfolio spanning soft drinks, coffee and other beverages, giving the company exposure to both at-home consumption through Keurig and major beverage brands such as Dr Pepper.

The unchanged $40 target alongside the move from Hold to Buy suggests HSBC sees the stock's current valuation as increasingly attractive rather than necessarily making a major change to its underlying earnings assumptions.

The 4.6% gain indicates investors are responding positively to the more bullish recommendation, particularly as the $40 target represents meaningful upside from current levels.

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European Investor 08-13-26

Keurig Dr Pepper reported first-quarter 2026 net sales of $4.0 billion, up 9.4% year-over-year, driven by strong growth in its U.S. refreshment beverages segment. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $0.39, down 7.1%, reflecting inflationary pressures and higher marketing costs.

The company highlighted solid momentum in cold beverages, while coffee sales declined due to weaker volumes. Profitability was impacted by acquisition-related expenses and cost pressures, although productivity gains and pricing actions provided some offset.

Keurig Dr Pepper also confirmed the completion of its acquisition of JDE Peet’s and reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook, expecting continued sales growth and double-digit adjusted EPS expansion.

Source: PR Newswire

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The Investor 04-24-26

Keurig Dr Pepper and Nestlé USA have renewed and expanded their strategic partnership to continue manufacturing and distributing Starbucks K-Cup pods across the U.S. and Canada.

The extended agreement builds on their collaboration since 2020 and introduces new initiatives to expand distribution and drive innovation within the Keurig single-serve brewing system.

Under the arrangement, Nestlé will continue overseeing the distribution of Starbucks at-home coffee products in retail channels, while Keurig Dr Pepper leverages its platform to deliver a wide range of Starbucks coffee offerings to consumers.

Both companies said the partnership strengthens their ability to grow the at-home coffee segment and enhance product innovation, reinforcing the Starbucks brand within the Keurig ecosystem.
PRNewswire

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WS Investor 04-21-26

Keurig Dr Pepper announced it has acquired a 96.22% stake in JDE Peet's, creating a major global coffee platform as part of its strategic transformation.

The deal combines KDP’s Keurig business with JDE Peet’s global coffee portfolio, with plans to eventually separate into two independent publicly traded companies: a North American beverage company and a global coffee-focused entity.

KDP also named Rafael Oliveira as CEO of the future Global Coffee Co., while current CEO Tim Cofer is expected to lead the standalone beverage business after the planned separation.

The transaction positions the combined coffee operations to scale globally across multiple brands, channels, and markets, with integration efforts focused on synergies, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

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Global Finance News 04-03-26

Keurig Dr Pepper announced that its takeover offer for JDE Peet's has been declared unconditional after securing 96.22% shareholder acceptance.

A total of approximately 466.7 million shares were tendered during the offer period, representing a transaction value of about €14.9 billion. With all conditions satisfied, settlement is scheduled for April 1, 2026.

Following completion, Keurig Dr Pepper will proceed with delisting JDE Peet’s from Euronext Amsterdam and may initiate buyout procedures for remaining shareholders. A post-closing acceptance period will run from March 30 to April 13, 2026, allowing additional shareholders to tender their shares.

The deal marks a major consolidation in the global beverage and coffee sector, positioning Keurig Dr Pepper to expand its footprint across international coffee markets.
PRNewswire

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European Investor 03-28-26

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 before the market opens on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

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Global Finance News 03-27-26

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results in line with guidance and introduced a 2026 outlook targeting double-digit adjusted EPS growth.

For full-year 2025, net sales rose 8.2% to $16.6 billion (8.6% on a constant currency basis), driven by strong performance in U.S. Refreshment Beverages and International. GAAP diluted EPS increased 45.7% to $1.53, while adjusted diluted EPS rose 7.3% to $2.05. Adjusted operating income increased 4.9% to $4.2 billion. Operating cash flow totaled $2.0 billion and free cash flow reached $1.5 billion.

In the fourth quarter, net sales grew 10.5% to $4.5 billion. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.26, while adjusted diluted EPS was $0.60.

Looking ahead to 2026, the company expects double-digit adjusted EPS growth, including the anticipated contribution from JDE Peet’s, and plans to progress toward a separation into two pure-play companies following the integration.

The company also announced that Board Chair Bob Gamgort will step down at the end of Q1 2026, with Pamela Patsley set to assume the role.

Source: PR Newswire, February 24, 2026.

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The Investor 02-25-26

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) announced a broad 2026 innovation lineup featuring more than 35 new beverage varieties across its carbonated soft drinks, teas, waters, energy and juice portfolios, reinforcing its strategy of flavor-led growth and zero-sugar expansion.

The lineup includes the limited-time return of Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut, inspired by viral “dirty soda” trends, alongside seasonal offerings such as 7UP Shirley Temple and A&W Root Beer Float. Canada Dry is expanding its Fruit Splash line with a new Strawberry variant, while Snapple is introducing a refreshed brand identity and limited-time flavors.

Zero-sugar innovation remains a major focus, with all 2026 CSD launches available in regular and zero-sugar options, and the debut of Mott’s Zero Sugar Juice Drinks. The company is also expanding its energy portfolio through brands including Ghost Energy, C4 Energy, Bloom Sparkling Energy and Black Rifle Energy, adding new flavors and smaller-format cans to drive trial and meet demand among younger consumers.

Additional partner-driven launches include new flavors from Electrolit, La Colombe Draft Latte and Polar Seltzer.

Keurig Dr Pepper said the expanded innovation slate builds on strong 2025 performance, including Dr Pepper Blackberry, and reflects growing consumer appetite for bold flavors, citrus profiles, energy beverages and reduced-sugar options.

Source: PR Newswire

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Global Finance News 02-18-26

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