A maker of sparkling sodas, water, sports drinks, coffee, tea, juice, and dairy beverages sold in more than 200 countries, Coca-Cola is best known for its namesake cola and brands like Sprite, Fanta, and Powerade. It was invented in 1886 by Atlanta pharmacist John Pemberton, who first sold the syrup mixed with carbonated water at Jacobs' Pharmacy. The name came from bookkeeper Frank Robinson, who combined the drink's two ingredients—coca leaves and kola nuts—and swapped the "k" in kola for a "c" to make the name look more balanced.
Coca-Cola's fairlife unit hit by ransomware, U.S. production suspended.
On July 16, 2026, The Coca-Cola Company disclosed that fairlife, LLC, its dairy subsidiary, experienced unauthorized third-party access to systems, including production-related systems, in a ransomware event.
Show detailsHide details
The company activated incident response and business continuity protocols, is investigating with outside advisors and cybersecurity experts, and has notified law enforcement.
Product quality and safety have not been impacted, but fairlife's U.S. production operations are temporarily suspended; Canada operations are not currently affected.
The full scope, nature, and impacts of the incident are not yet known, and the company has not determined whether it is reasonably likely to materially affect the company.
The report was filed under Item 8.01 (Other Events) to disclose the material event.
Coca-Cola EVP Jennifer Mann to step down; John Murphy to lead North America interim
Jennifer Mann, EVP and President, North America Operating Unit, will depart effective July 31, 2026, and become a senior advisor from August 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027.
Show detailsHide details
John Murphy, President and CFO, will assume interim responsibility for the North America Operating Unit effective August 1, 2026.
A successor for President, North America Operating Unit will be announced at a later date.
Mann and Coca-Cola entered a Separation Agreement on June 25, 2026, providing severance under the company's Severance Pay Plan and eligibility for a 2026 annual incentive if employed through December 31, 2026.
Mann will not receive additional equity grants; outstanding performance share units and stock options will be treated per existing equity plan terms.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Coca-Cola shareholders elect 12 directors and approve executive compensation at 2026 annual meeting.
All 12 director nominees were elected, with support ranging from 76.00% for Thomas S. Gayner to 99.84% for Henrique Braun.
Show detailsHide details
The 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareowners was held on April 29, 2026.
The advisory vote on executive compensation passed with 90.84% of votes cast in favor.
Shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors with 93.56% of votes cast in favor.
All five shareowner proposals failed, including proposals on sustainability committee, plastics packaging, DEI, ingredient risks, and sustainability disclosure.
5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
Coca-Cola reports Q1 2026 net revenues up 12% to $12.5B, EPS up 18% to $0.91
Global unit case volume grew 3% in Q1 2026.
Show detailsHide details
Organic revenues (non-GAAP) grew 10%, driven by 8% concentrate sales growth and 2% price/mix.
Operating margin was 35.0% versus 32.9% in the prior year; comparable operating margin (non-GAAP) was 34.5% versus 33.8%.
Comparable EPS (non-GAAP) grew 18% to $0.86, including a 3-point currency tailwind.
Full-year 2026 guidance updated: organic revenue growth of 4% to 5%, comparable currency neutral EPS growth of 6% to 7%, and comparable EPS growth of 8% to 9% versus $3.00 in 2025.
2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Coca-Cola confirms Henrique Braun as CEO effective March 31, 2026; James Quincey to become Executive Chairman.
Braun's base salary will be $1,450,000 effective March 31, 2026, with a target annual incentive of 200% of base salary.
Show detailsHide details
Henrique Braun, currently EVP and COO, will become CEO of The Coca-Cola Company effective March 31, 2026.
James Quincey, current Chairman and CEO, will continue as Executive Chairman of the Board after Braun's appointment.
Quincey's base salary will be $1,200,000 effective March 31, 2026, with a target annual incentive of 200% of base salary.
Both executives will remain eligible for annual and long-term incentive programs and subject to share ownership guidelines.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Coca-Cola creates Chief Digital Officer role; Sedef Salingan Sahin appointed, effective March 31, 2026.
Sedef Salingan Sahin, currently President of the Eurasia and Middle East Operating Unit, will become Chief Digital Officer, reporting to incoming CEO Henrique Braun.
Show detailsHide details
The Coca-Cola Company announced leadership changes on January 14, 2026, effective March 31, 2026.
John Murphy will continue as President and CFO, but will transfer digital strategy and Customer and Commercial Leadership responsibilities.
Manolo Arroyo will become Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing and Customer Commercial Officer.
Sanket Ray and Claudia Lorenzo will lead new market groupings, and Robin Halpern will become Braun's chief of staff.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits