Coca-Cola Consolidated Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Coca-Cola Consolidated saw a modest decline in net sales and profitability in Q1 2025, impacted by two fewer selling days and volume pressures, particularly in the Still category. However, adjusted EPS remained strong and operating cash flow improved.
Net income dropped to $103.6M, down from $165.7M in Q1 2024.
Volume declined 6.6%, with the Easter shift and DSD distribution change impacting performance.
Sparkling category saw a 1.9% revenue decline; Still beverages fell 0.5%, but excluding Dasani, still grew 1.8%.
Operating cash flow rose to $198.2M, up from $194.3M in Q1 2024.
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Coca-Cola Consolidated Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
Management is optimistic for improved results through the rest of 2025 driven by commercial execution and seasonal demand.
Positive Outlook
- Strong operating cash flow to start 2025
- Growth in non-Dasani Still beverages including sports and enhanced water
- Momentum in Topo Chico mineral water
- Rebound expected for Coca-Cola Original Taste in summer
- Continued execution of 2025 commercial plan
Challenges Ahead
- Two fewer selling days negatively impacted revenue and operating income
- Volume declines across Sparkling and Still categories
- Higher SD&A expenses due to wage inflation
- Gross margin compression from product mix shift
- Timing of Easter and distribution method changes affected performance
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income