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2026
Cypriot businessmen sue PepsiCo over Famagusta factory use
Greek Cypriot companies CyproFruta and Cyprus Farming Ltd filed a lawsuit seeking compensation from 12 companies and individuals, including PepsiCo, over the alleged use of their factory and land in Famagusta to manufacture Pepsi-branded products.
2026
PepsiCo and Taco Bell renew beverage partnership
PepsiCo and Taco Bell renewed their partnership, under which PepsiCo beverages will continue to be served at Taco Bell locations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Thailand. The pact is in force through 2036; financial terms were not disclosed.
2026
KFC announces Coca-Cola as U.S. beverage supplier
KFC announced that Coca-Cola will replace PepsiCo as the beverage supplier for KFC restaurants in the United States. KFC expects to serve Coca-Cola beverages at all its U.S. restaurants by the end of the first quarter of 2027.
2026
PepsiCo cuts full-year profit guidance alongside better-than-expected Q3 results
PepsiCo on Thursday reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and revenue but cut its full-year profit forecast to growth of 2.5% to 3.5%, down from 5% to 7%, as higher costs and investments in advertising, product innovation and lower prices to revive demand weighed on margins. The company maintained its organic revenue growth outlook at 3% and raised its reported revenue growth forecast to 6%, versus prior guidance of 4% to 6%.
2026
PepsiCo Q3 results beat expectations while company trims profit forecast
PepsiCo reported third-quarter results that beat expectations, though the company trimmed its profit forecast; PepsiCo shares climbed following the report.
2026
PepsiCo reports Q3 2026 earnings and revenue above estimates
PepsiCo reported third-quarter 2026 results on Thursday, with adjusted earnings per share of $2.34 (versus $2.29 expected) and revenue of $25.27 billion (versus $24.96 billion expected). Third-quarter net income attributable to the company was $3.05 billion, or $2.23 per share, and net sales rose 5.6% to $25.27 billion, fueled by international growth while the North American business continued to lag.
2026
PepsiCo lowers full-year 2026 earnings forecast as North American turnaround lags
With one quarter left in 2026, PepsiCo lowered its forecast for full-year earnings, now expecting core earnings per share to increase 2.5% to 3.5%, down from its previous projection of the low end of a 5% to 7% range, while projecting net revenue growth of about 6%, on the high end of its prior 4% to 6% outlook. CFO Steve Schmitt said the turnaround of the company's domestic North American business is moving more slowly than expected.
2026
Tesla holds Semi event announcing new customers as first deliveries begin
On Thursday evening Tesla held an event at its new Semi factory next to Gigafactory Nevada (stated capacity 50,000 trucks a year) to announce a raft of new and existing customers for the Tesla Semi, including PepsiCo, US Foods, DHL, WattEV, ABF, Einride, IMC, and OK Produce. First deliveries of the truck started this week; Tesla did not reveal order numbers or update the Semi's price.
2026
Food and beverage companies filed 239 legal challenges against public health labeling policies (2010-2025)
An investigation by Lighthouse Reports found that food and beverage giants including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Mars filed 239 legal challenges from 2010 through 2025 to block or delay public health policies, particularly labeling requirements for ultraprocessed foods and sugary drinks. Cases were cataloged in the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Britain, and India, with a third of the lawsuits coming from just nine parent companies.
2022
PepsiCo launches Jefa-Owned campaign
PepsiCo announced the launch of Jefa-Owned, a national visibility campaign under its Juntos Crecemos platform that encourages Latina-owned food and beverage small businesses to apply for business-building support.
2022
Pepsi Maple Syrup Cola introduced through IHOP collaboration
PepsiCo developed Pepsi Maple Syrup Cola in collaboration with IHOP; the new flavor was offered through a social media giveaway until March 29.
2022
PepsiCo launches Kgodiso Development Fund
PepsiCo launched the Kgodiso Development Fund, a five-year R600 million investment intended to support South Africa’s food system.
2022
PepsiCo partners with N-Drip on water-efficient irrigation
PepsiCo partnered with Israeli irrigation technology company N-Drip to help farmers around the world adopt technology intended to improve farm water efficiency. PepsiCo said it had already implemented N-Drip technology with farmers in India, Vietnam, and the United States and planned to scale the technology further across its agricultural footprint.
2022
Roll-Em-Up Taquitos forms beverage partnership with PepsiCo
Roll-Em-Up Taquitos announced a new multi-year beverage partnership with PepsiCo. Restaurants owned by the company and its franchisees will begin offering beverages from PepsiCo's portfolio under the agreement.
2022
PepsiCo launches the Kgodiso Development Fund
PepsiCo launched the Kgodiso Development Fund, a five-year R600 million investment intended to support transformation of South Africa’s food system.
2022
PepsiCo, JICE and The Orenda Tribe partner on recycling education initiative
PepsiCo and Jordan Ice and Aerated Water Company partnered with The Orenda Tribe on tools to educate children about recycling and sustainability under PepsiCo’s Aquafina brand. The initiative was officially announced at a launch event on March 5.
2022
Carrefour launches supplier carbon-reporting platform
Carrefour Group launched a collaborative online platform for suppliers to report progress and share actions to reduce carbon emissions associated with products. Carrefour developed the platform with PepsiCo and climate experts.
2021
PepsiCo launches Greenhouse Accelerator in MENA
PepsiCo announced the launch of the first MENA edition of its Greenhouse Accelerator, a six-month initiative focused on innovation and sustainability. The program was launched in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment.
2021
PepsiCo reportedly drops Rise from Mountain Dew energy drink name
PepsiCo was reportedly changing the name of its Mountain Dew energy drink to Mtn Dew Energy, dropping Rise from the name. Rise Brewing had sued PepsiCo, alleging trademark infringement, and a judge had temporarily blocked Pepsi from using Rise.
2021
PepsiCo signals possible price increases for early 2022
PepsiCo said prices may rise in the first quarter of 2022, citing commodity inflation. The article reports a possible future increase, not a completed price change.