The earnings call highlighted significant strategic advancements such as the acquisition of GHOST and strong international performance. However, challenges in the U.S. coffee segment and external factors like hurricanes tempered the overall performance.
Company Guidance
During the Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) earnings call for Q3 2024, the company provided guidance reaffirming its full-year outlook despite a challenging operating environment. The guidance included mid-single-digit net sales growth and high single-digit EPS growth on a constant currency basis. The company highlighted a 3.1% growth in constant currency net sales for the quarter, driven by a 3.5% increase in volume/mix, while net price realization slightly declined by 0.4%. KDP projected a sequential improvement in Q4 pricing and expected to see a further step-up in 2025, following recent pricing actions. The operating margin expanded by 110 basis points, contributing to a 7.5% growth in operating income and a 6% increase in EPS. The call also emphasized the strategic acquisition of a majority stake in GHOST, expected to enhance KDP's portfolio in the energy drink category, with a purchase of the remaining stake planned for the first half of 2028. The transaction aims to drive both top-line growth and operational efficiencies, aligning with KDP's long-term strategic pillars.
Strategic Acquisition of GHOST
Keurig Dr Pepper announced the acquisition of a majority stake in GHOST, a fast-growing energy drink brand, which will enhance KDP's portfolio and position in the energy drink category. GHOST has quadrupled in size over the last 3 years.
Strong Performance in International Markets
KDP's international segment saw a constant currency net sales growth of 6.5%, with strong market share gains in Mexico and Canada.
U.S. Refreshment Beverages Growth
Net sales in the U.S. refreshment beverages segment grew 5.3%, with volume/mix up 4% and pricing contributing 1.3% to the top line.
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Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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KDP Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 24, 2024
$36.70
$34.94
-4.80%
Jul 25, 2024
$32.57
$33.01
+1.35%
Apr 25, 2024
$31.94
$33.42
+4.63%
Feb 22, 2024
$30.99
$29.78
-3.90%
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FAQ
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Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 20, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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