Coca-Cola

In 2024, certain Coca-Cola products, specifically 12-ounce cans of Coke, Diet Coke, and Fanta with codes V42TB and V42TA, were recalled in parts of the U.S. for potential contamination with 'foreign material' (metal). It was a limited, FDA-classified recall, not a global one, and no injuries were reported.

Sort of, it depends on consumption. A 12-ounce can has 39 grams of sugar (130% of the WHO's recommended daily limit). Regular consumption is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dental erosion. Diet versions remove sugar but add artificial sweeteners (aspartame) that have their own controversial health reviews.

Coca-Cola owns over 200 brands globally, including Sprite, Fanta, Minute Maid, Dasani, Powerade, Costa Coffee, and Glacéau (Vitaminwater). The company does not own Pepsi (common confusion), that's a rival firm.

The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded in 1886 by pharmacist John Stith Pemberton, though Asa Griggs Candler turned it into a major enterprise through aggressive marketing and bottling partnerships.

Coca-Cola was invented by Dr. John Stith Pemberton, a pharmacist in Columbus, Georgia, on May 8, 1886. He created the syrup, which was then mixed with carbonated water at a local pharmacy. Pemberton sold the formula to Asa Candler in 1888 before his death.

Coca-Cola is a publicly traded company (NYSE: KO), so it is owned by its shareholders. The largest institutional holders include Berkshire Hathaway (Warren Buffett's firm) and Vanguard Group. The founding family no longer has majority control.

The current CEO of The Coca-Cola Company is James Quincey, who took over in 2017. He succeeded Muhtar Kent. Quincey previously served as the company's Chief Operating Officer and is known for pushing portfolio diversification and sustainability goals.

Coca-Cola's most famous mascot is the Coca-Cola Santa Claus (first used in 1931 ads by artist Haddon Sundblom), though technically the polar bears (introduced in 1993) are also mascots. The company also uses a contour bottle as a visual icon.

Coca-Cola Caffeine Free (both regular and diet versions) is sold in most markets. In the U.S., look for 'Caffeine Free Coca-Cola' in red cans with a gold label. It's often found in grocery stores but less common in vending machines.

The original Coca-Cola is the classic red can labeled 'Coca-Cola Original Taste' (or just 'Coca-Cola'). It contains the original formula but note: original formula did once include cocaine (removed by 1903) and coca leaf extract (still used but de‑cocainized).

Coca-Cola Caffeine Free (regular, diet, and zero sugar versions) contains no caffeine. Sprite and Fanta (both owned by Coca‑Cola) are naturally caffeine‑free, Sprite's tagline is even 'Obey Your Thirst.'

Coca‑Cola's ingredients (per official list): carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup (or sucrose outside the U.S.), caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors (including a secret blend of extracts), and caffeine. The exact 'natural flavors' are a trade secret, the formula is locked in a vault in Atlanta.

The Coca‑Cola Company owns the brands it sells (Coca‑Cola, Sprite, Fanta, etc.) and has stakes in many bottling partners around the world. It also owns Costa Coffee, fairlife (dairy), and a minority stake in Monster Beverage.

As of February 2025, Coca‑Cola stock (KO) trades around $62–$65 per share. It's a Dow Jones component and is widely held for its stability and dividend yield. Always check a live market data source for real‑time pricing.

Coca‑Cola's product lineup includes: sparkling soft drinks (Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero Sugar, Sprite, Fanta, Fresca), water (Dasani, smartwater), juices (Simply, Minute Maid), sports drinks (Powerade), dairy (fairlife), coffee (Costa), and tea (Gold Peak, Fuze).

Coca‑Cola's quarterly dividend is $0.485 per share as of early 2025 (annual ~$1.94), yielding roughly 3.0%. The company has increased its dividend for 62 consecutive years, making it a Dividend King.

Coca‑Cola's current global slogan is 'Taste the Feeling' (since 2016). Past slogans include 'Open Happiness' (2009), 'The Coke Side of Life' (2006), and the iconic 'It's the Real Thing' (1971). The classic 'I'd Like to Buy the World a Coke' (1971) was a song, not a slogan.

The exact Coca‑Cola recipe is a trade secret known only to a few executives. It's stored in a vault at the World of Coca‑Cola in Atlanta. Publicly, the ingredients include sugar, caramel color, caffeine, phosphoric acid, and a mix of natural flavors (often cited as cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and lime).

See answer to 'What's coca cola stock at?' above. As of early 2025, KO is roughly $62–$65 per share. Use a financial platform for the most current price.

Coca‑Cola was invented on May 8, 1886, by Dr. John Pemberton in Atlanta, Georgia. It was first sold as a fountain drink at Jacobs' Pharmacy for 5 cents a glass.

Coca‑Cola was made for the first time in 1886. The first syrup batch was created in a three‑legged brass pot in Pemberton's backyard. The carbonated version debuted a few days later.

Coca‑Cola was created on May 8, 1886. The name was coined by Pemberton's bookkeeper, Frank Robinson, who also wrote the flowing script logo.

Coca‑Cola typically pays quarterly dividends in April, July, October, and December (ex‑dividend dates are usually around mid‑March, June, September, and December). The ex‑date for the next dividend can be found on the company's investor website.

Coca‑Cola's modern Santa Claus image debuted in 1931, created by illustrator Haddon Sundblom for Christmas ads. The ads ran annually through 1964, cementing the red‑suited, jolly Santa in popular culture.

Coca‑Cola entered India in 1956, but left in 1977 after the Indian government ordered it to divest 60% of its equity. It returned in 1993 after economic liberalization, reintroducing its products and acquiring local brands like Thums Up.

Coca‑Cola was effectively banned from India between 1977 and 1993. The government's Foreign Exchange Regulation Act demanded majority local ownership, and the company refused, ceasing operations. A partial revival happened in 1993 after new investment rules.

Coca‑Cola reports earnings quarterly, typically in April (Q1), July (Q2), October (Q3), and February (Q4). For exact dates, check the company's investor relations calendar or earnings release history.

KO is Coca‑Cola's stock ticker on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). It has been listed there since 1919. It is also listed on other global exchanges under different codes.

Coca‑Cola is from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. It was first concocted at Jacobs' Pharmacy on Peachtree Street. The company's global headquarters remains in Atlanta.

Coca‑Cola was invented in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Specifically, John Pemberton developed the syrup at his home laboratory at 107 Marietta Street, later mixing it at a local pharmacy.