The Coca-Cola Company (KO) News, Forecasts and Analysis on Dec. 25, 2025: CEO Transition, Costa Coffee Talks, and 2026 Outlook
Coca-Cola announced COO Henrique Braun will become CEO on March 31, 2026, succeeding James Quincey, who will become executive chairman. New analysis published December 25 highlights ongoing debate over KO’s valuation, with the stock trading near $70 and mixed signals from cash-flow and earnings-based metrics. Investors are watching Zero Sugar sales momentum and potential portfolio changes as the company enters 2026.