PepsiCo (PEP) News Today

Here’s what’s moving PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) shares based on recent news flow:

• Positive Sentiment: MarketBeat included PepsiCo among four high-yield dividend stocks smart money is buying, citing its >4% yield and attractive valuation that could drive share gains over time. The 4 Dividend Stocks Smart Money Is Grabbing Right Now
• Positive Sentiment: PepsiCo is rolling out a prebiotic cola—built on its flagship soda brand and bolstered by the Poppi acquisition—to tap the gut-health trend, with full U.S. rollout slated for 2026. Pepsi's prebiotic cola will hit shelves in 2026 after acquiring Austin-based Poppi
• Positive Sentiment: An analyst upgrade from MarketBeat lifted PepsiCo stock roughly 2%, as the firm raised its stance on the name amid stable cash flows and shareholder returns. PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) Stock Price Up 2% on Analyst Upgrade
• Positive Sentiment: As Americans embrace high-protein foods, PepsiCo is benefiting alongside peers by expanding its protein-focused snacks and beverages. Protein has become America's latest obsession. Companies like General Mills and PepsiCo are capitalizing on it
• Neutral Sentiment: Investor chatter on X highlights a solid Q2 beat—EPS of $2.12 vs. $2.03 forecast and revenue topping $22.7B—driving a 7% run, but some worry about stagnant sales in drinks and rising costs. PepsiCo Stock (PEP) Opinions on Q2 Earnings Report
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts at American Banking News set a $157.93 price target on PEP, reflecting modest upside from current levels. Analysts Set PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) PT at $157.93
• Negative Sentiment: Hedge fund Ayrshire exited its position in Q2, selling 36,000 PepsiCo shares, signaling at least one institutional bearish view. Ayrshire Exits PepsiCo Position in Q2, Sells 36,000 Shares
• Negative Sentiment: PepsiCo announced it will shut down its Detroit manufacturing operations, raising concerns over cost cutbacks and potential supply disruptions. PepsiCo says it will shut down manufacturing operations in Detroit