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Oct 01, 2021

Coca-Cola Consolidated Q3 2021 Earnings Report

Reported operating results for the third quarter and first nine months ended October 1, 2021.

Key Takeaways

Coca-Cola Consolidated's net sales increased by 10% in Q3 2021, driven by pricing actions on Sparkling and Still beverages to offset rising input costs. Gross profit also increased by 10%, although gross margin saw a slight decrease. The company faced supply chain challenges and labor shortages but remains confident in its financial outlook.

Net sales increased 10% in the third quarter of 2021.

Gross profit increased 10% in the third quarter of 2021.

Pricing actions drove net sales increase, offsetting input cost increases.

The company experienced supply chain challenges with Still beverage brands.

Total Revenue
$1.46B
Previous year: $1.33B
+9.6%
EPS
$10.1
Previous year: $7.19
+40.3%
Gross margin
35.5%
Previous year: 35.6%
-0.3%
Gross Profit
$518M
Previous year: $472M
+9.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$187M
Previous year: $165M
+13.4%
Total Assets
$3.42B
Previous year: $3.31B
+3.2%

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Coca-Cola Consolidated Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Coca-Cola Consolidated aims to build on its commercial success in Q4 2021 to position itself for a strong start to 2022, navigating challenges such as rising commodity costs, labor shortages, and supply chain interruptions.

Positive Outlook

  • Continued success in executing commercial strategies across Coca-Cola trademark brands.
  • Focus on value creation across the portfolio.
  • Commitment to investing in people.
  • Aiming for a strong start to 2022.
  • Maintaining margins on key brands and packages.

Challenges Ahead

  • Rising commodity costs.
  • Labor shortages for front-line positions.
  • Supply chain interruptions for key manufacturing inputs and finished goods.
  • Wage inflation.
  • Need to remain flexible and nimble in planning.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income