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PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) generates frequent news across capital markets, operations, sustainability and agriculture, reflecting its role as a global food and beverage company with a broad portfolio of beverage and convenient foods brands. On this page, readers can follow PEP news that ranges from strategic collaborations and technology initiatives to financial outlooks, shareholder communications and sustainability programs.
Recent announcements highlight PepsiCo’s focus on digital transformation and supply chain innovation. The company has announced a multi-year collaboration with Siemens and NVIDIA to apply digital twin technology and AI to its plant and supply chain operations. By converting select manufacturing and warehouse facilities into high-fidelity 3D digital twins, PepsiCo reports that teams can simulate and optimize configurations before physical changes are made, with early pilots in the U.S. and plans to scale globally.
Investors tracking PEP news will also see updates on financial priorities and shareholder returns. PepsiCo has outlined commercial and financial priorities intended to enhance shareholder value, including expectations for organic revenue growth, core constant currency earnings per share growth and core operating margin expansion in future fiscal years. The company has discussed productivity initiatives, cost reductions, supply chain and go-to-market optimization in North America, and a disciplined capital allocation framework that includes investment in the business, dividends and share repurchases, while emphasizing that these are forward-looking statements subject to risks.
PepsiCo news also frequently covers sustainability and regenerative agriculture. The company has launched and expanded programs such as the Climate Resilience Platform, a direct farmer incentive pilot in Brazil’s Cerrado region, the STEP up for Agriculture initiative and the Global Farmer Awards. These stories illustrate PepsiCo’s pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) agenda, which places sustainability and human capital at the center of its strategy and includes goals related to regenerative agriculture and climate resilience.
Additional PEP coverage includes dividend declarations, leadership and governance updates, and perspectives from major shareholders such as Elliott Investment Management. For anyone following PepsiCo stock, this news feed provides a centralized view of the company’s operational, financial and sustainability developments as disclosed in press releases and related communications.
PepsiCo has released its 2023 ESG Summary, showcasing progress and challenges within its pep+ initiative aimed at enhancing long-term business performance and value.
Key achievements include:
- A 13% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and a 5% reduction in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
- A 4% decrease in virgin plastic use from non-renewable sources.
- Doubling its global regenerative farming footprint to over 1.8 million acres.
- A 25% improvement in water-use efficiency at high-risk locations compared to a 2015 baseline, achieving this goal two years early.
- Helping over 10 million people gain access to safe water.
- Introducing new goals to reduce sodium and deliver diverse ingredients, with 36% of foods meeting sodium targets and 75 billion portions of diverse ingredients supplied.
Despite these successes, challenges remain, particularly in packaging. The complete ESG Reporting Suite is available for further details.
Cracker Jack has launched the Cracker Jill Spotlight Squad to highlight women athletes led by legendary sprinter Allyson Felix. This initiative is part of the third-year Cracker Jill campaign, which aims to elevate women athletes' visibility. The campaign includes a social media contest where fans spotlight women athletes with selected participants receiving donations in their name. Cracker Jack’s survey found low visibility for women athletes among US teenagers, with significant gender disparities in sports participation and continuity. In addition to the campaign, Cracker Jack is donating $200,000 to the Women's Sports Foundation, bringing their total support to $600,000, impacting over 29,000 girls and women in sports.
MTN DEW, a product of PepsiCo, announces the launch of three new -time flavors to celebrate summer: MTN DEW STAR SPANGLED SPLASH™, MTN DEW FREEDOM FUSION™, and MTN DEW LIBERTY CHILL™. These flavors will be available in 20 oz bottles and 12 oz cans nationwide. To promote these new offerings, MTN DEW is hosting its first 'MTN DEW Cooler Quest' on June 20, featuring 50 backpack coolers filled with the new flavors and a $250 gift card, hidden in popular parks nationwide. Fans can start searching by checking GPS coordinates on the official website.
This initiative aligns with the brand’s strategy to encourage outdoor activities, continuing the earlier launched MTN DEW Outdoor Gear rewards program. PepsiCo, with products like Lay's, Doritos, and Gatorade, generated over $91 billion in revenue in 2023.
Gatorade has announced the return of its iconic 'Is It In You?' tagline with the largest campaign in its history. The campaign aims to inspire the next generation of athletes by focusing on their inner drive amid growing external pressures. The relaunch features a 60-second film narrated by Michael Jordan, showcasing stories from athletes like Josh Allen and Caitlin Clark. The campaign coincides with Gatorade's strong market position and continued expansion into new product categories like equipment and enhanced water.
PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) will release its second-quarter 2024 financial results on July 11, 2024. The quarterly results, including the press release and 10-Q report, will be available on the company's investor relations website starting at 6:00 a.m. EDT. Prepared management remarks will be posted at 6:30 a.m. EDT. Additionally, a live Q&A session with CEO Ramon Laguarta and CFO Jamie Caulfield will take place at 8:15 a.m. EDT on the same day.
7-Eleven, Inc. introduces a new edition Gatorade flavor, Midnight Ice, available at 7-Eleven®, Speedway®, and Stripes® stores. The release offers customers two bottles for $5 and features a midnight-inspired color. Developed in collaboration with Gatorade, the new flavor aims to provide athletes with a refreshing and performance-boosting drink option.
Marias Gamesa® is reintroducing the Cafecito con Marias Gamesa campaign to provide a virtual community for Latina moms in the U.S. The brand partners with Super Mamás to discuss relationships and personal interests. A recent survey shows Latina moms feel overwhelmed and under-supported, despite having access to support systems. The new 'Márcale a Mamá' campaign emphasizes the importance of connecting with mothers. Virtual conversations and social media engagement aim to empower Latina moms.
PopCorners® introduces a new -time-only flavor, Jalapeño Popper, in celebration of the Kentucky Derby. Attendees can try the new flavor at the PopCorners Snackbook at Churchill Downs. Fans nationwide have a chance to win $20,000 and a Derby-style garland made of PopCorners by participating in a sweepstakes. The new flavor offers a mix of jalapeño heat and savory cheese, catering to the desire for spicier snack options.
Quaker has launched the Quaker Pickleball Academy, a series of free pickleball pop-up events across the U.S., in partnership with the Association of Pickleball Players. Players of all levels can join skills and drills sessions, enjoy nutritious recipes, and participate in tournaments. The Academy will make four stops around the country and will host a marquee event in Fall. Quaker aims to support the pickleball community and promote healthy lifestyles. Players can reserve a spot for events on the Quaker Oats website.
PepsiCo, Inc. declared a quarterly dividend of $1.355 per share, a 7 percent increase from the previous year. The annualized dividend will increase to $5.42 per share starting June 2024. The dividend will be payable on June 28, 2024, to shareholders of record as of June 7, 2024. PepsiCo has a history of paying quarterly dividends since 1965, with 2024 being the 52nd consecutive year of dividend increases.