1 Stat That Makes Monster Beverage Hard to Ignore Right Now

Monster Beverage stands out among beverage giants by carrying zero long-term debt, compared to billions owed by competitors like Coca-Cola ($43.5B), PepsiCo ($42.6B), and Celsius ($2.4B). This financial flexibility allows Monster to strategically manage downturns and acquisitions without bank obligations. However, the company's debt-free status is already priced into its valuation at 39.7x free cash flow, the highest multiple in the non-alcoholic beverage sector.

10/02/2026, 11:07 AM • The Motley Fool

Got $1,000? 2 Growth Stocks Building the Software Backbone of Artificial Intelligence.

Microsoft and Alphabet are positioned as leading AI software companies capitalizing on the expected $1.3 trillion in AI infrastructure spending. Microsoft's Copilot has 30 million paid subscribers and Azure AI reached a $100 billion annual run rate, while Alphabet's Gemini is used by 90% of Fortune 100 companies and generates revenue through enterprise software and Apple licensing. Both stocks trade at valuations below the tech sector average, presenting attractive investment opportunities.

10/02/2026, 4:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Pepsi Just Extended Its Dividend Streak Again. Here's the Annual Income on $10,000.

PepsiCo raised its quarterly dividend by 4% to $1.48 per share in July, marking its 54th consecutive year of dividend increases. A $10,000 investment would generate approximately $461 in annual dividend income with a forward yield of 4.61%. The company expects organic revenue growth of 2-4% in 2025 and benefits from strong global volume growth, making it an attractive dividend stock for long-term investors.

09/30/2026, 5:37 AM • The Motley Fool

SCHD Is Up 20% and Offers Investors a Compelling Yield. But These 3 Dividend Stocks Could Be Even Better Buys Now.

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has outperformed the S&P 500 in 2026 with a 20% gain and 3% yield. However, individual dividend stocks like PepsiCo, Enterprise Products Partners, and Realty Income offer higher yields (4.5%-5.8%) and may be more attractive for income-focused investors seeking better returns.

09/26/2026, 3:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Is PepsiCo's Stock Down 10% While the S&P 500 Is Up 13% in 2026? Here's the Only Answer I Can Think of.

PepsiCo's stock has underperformed the S&P 500 by 23 percentage points in 2026, declining 10% while the broader market gained 13%. The company faces headwinds from rising inflation, consumer belt-tightening, and shifting preferences away from snacks and packaged foods. More critically, PepsiCo is being outpaced by competitor Coca-Cola, which posted 6% organic sales growth in Q2 2026 compared to PepsiCo's 2.4%. Despite its status as a Dividend King with a 4.5% yield and strong fundamentals, investors remain cautious about the consumer staples sector.

09/26/2026, 2:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Monster Beverage vs. PepsiCo: Which Consumer Goods Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Monster Beverage and PepsiCo as investment options for 2026. Monster Beverage demonstrates stronger growth with 10.7% revenue increase, zero debt, and record quarterly performance across all geographic regions, though it faces concentration risk with Coca-Cola as its primary distributor. PepsiCo offers diversified snack and beverage brands with a 4.51% dividend yield but faces headwinds from reduced North American consumer spending and cautious earnings guidance. The author recommends Monster Beverage for growth-focused investors despite its premium valuation.

09/26/2026, 10:33 AM • The Motley Fool

SCHD Is Brilliant. Here's Why I Think This Dividend ETF Is Even Better.

The article compares two dividend-focused ETFs: SCHD (Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF) and RDVY (First Trust Rising Dividend Achievers ETF). While SCHD offers high current dividend yield (3%) with slower-growing, established companies, RDVY has delivered superior 10-year average annual returns (15.8% vs 13.2%) by focusing on faster-growing Nasdaq-listed companies with rising dividends. The choice between them depends on investment goals: SCHD for income, RDVY for wealth growth.

09/26/2026, 5:20 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Dividend Kings to Buy Now and 1 to Avoid Despite the Yield

Among three Dividend Kings—Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Altria—analyst recommends buying Coca-Cola and Altria while avoiding PepsiCo. Coca-Cola's asset-light model and diversification provide reliable income, while Altria's expansion into smoke-free products offers growth potential. PepsiCo's asset-heavy beverage business and struggling packaged foods segment face more significant near-term challenges despite attractive valuation.

09/25/2026, 11:20 AM • The Motley Fool

e.l.f. Beauty vs. Monster Beverage: Which Consumer Goods Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares e.l.f. Beauty and Monster Beverage as investment options for 2026. e.l.f. Beauty demonstrates faster growth (24.6% revenue growth, 36% in recent quarter) with a lower valuation but faces competitive pressures and heavy acquisition integration costs. Monster Beverage offers stable profitability (23% net margin), global scale, and no debt, with consistent double-digit growth across all regions. The author recommends Monster Beverage for investors seeking reliable execution and broad market resilience, while acknowledging e.l.f. Beauty's impressive growth trajectory.

09/24/2026, 3:35 PM • The Motley Fool

Monster Beverage (MNST) Stock at $44: Here's Why Investors Should Pause

Monster Beverage has been a strong long-term performer with 18% average annual gains over 15 years, but the article suggests investors should pause at current valuations. The stock's forward P/E ratio of 34 exceeds its 5-year average of 31, and its price-to-sales ratio of 9.5 is above the 5-year average of 8.4. The company faces headwinds from increased competition by PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper in the energy beverage market, consumer pullback due to inflation, and analyst downgrades of 2027 revenue growth estimates to 10%. However, Monster's capital-light business model and strong distribution partnership with Coca-Cola remain positive factors.

09/24/2026, 3:33 PM • The Motley Fool

Carbios reports first-half 2026 results

Carbios reported improved H1 2026 financial results with a 19% reduction in operating expenses and net loss improvement to €9.4 million. The company maintains a solid cash position of €48 million. Key progress includes credit committee approvals from majority lenders for the Longlaville plant project, a commercial agreement with a major beverage industry player targeting 60% pre-sales capacity, and validation of the fiber-to-fiber biorecycling process. Due diligence by export credit agencies and equity partners remains ongoing.

09/24/2026, 1:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

Carbios présente ses résultats semestriels 2026

Carbios announced H1 2026 results showing a 19% reduction in operating expenses and improved net loss of €9.4M versus €11.9M year-over-year. The company maintains a solid cash position of €48M and has achieved significant milestones in financing its Longlaville plant project, including credit committee approvals from majority lenders and an ongoing commercial agreement with a major beverage company targeting 60% pre-sales of plant capacity. The company continues implementing its strategic partnership with Wankai and expanding its biorecycling technology licensing to the textile market.

09/24/2026, 1:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

Functional Foods and Beverages Market to Reach $591.7 Billion by 2030, Driven by Rising Consumer Demand for Preventive Health Nutrition

The global functional foods and beverages market is projected to grow from $365.1 billion in 2024 to $591.7 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 8.6%. Growth is driven by consumer shift toward preventive health nutrition, premiumization, beverage innovation, and expansion in Asia-Pacific. North America leads with 34.3% market share, while emerging technologies like microbiome science and AI-driven personalization reshape competition.

09/23/2026, 5:58 AM • GlobeNewswire

Kung Fu Thai & Chinese Restaurant in Las Vegas Introduces Pepsi Beverages to Complement Its Cuisine

Kung Fu Thai & Chinese Restaurant, a Las Vegas dining establishment operating since 1973, has begun offering Pepsi soda products starting mid-September 2026. The restaurant's owner Alan Wong states the addition complements the restaurant's Chinese-American and Thai cuisine, with Pepsi's sweetness and carbonation pairing well with dishes ranging from Orange Chicken to Thai curries.

09/18/2026, 7:55 PM • GlobeNewswire

This Dividend King Yielding 4X the S&P 500 Looks Like a Buy Right Now

PepsiCo, despite underperforming the S&P 500 over the past five years, is presented as an attractive buy for income investors due to its Dividend King status (55 years of consecutive dividend increases), 4.3% yield (4x the S&P 500), defensive business model resilient to rate hikes, and strategic positioning in growing energy drink market through its 11% stake in Celsius Holdings.

09/18/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool