PepsiCo (PEP) Stock Outlook After December 6, 2025: Activist Pressure, Dividend Power and Mixed Signals for 2026
PepsiCo shares closed at $145.02 on December 5, 2025, about 25% below their 2023 high. Elliott Management is nearing a settlement with the company after building a $4 billion stake and pushing for changes. PepsiCo’s market cap stands at $198 billion, with a new annualized dividend of $5.69 per share. Settlement terms have not been disclosed.