Keurig Dr Pepper has secured additional financing for its €15.7bn ($18.36bn) acquisition of Dutch coffee group JDE Peet’s and subsequent split of the combined business into two. The US soft drinks company has taken the convertible preferred equity investment earmarked for the future company so far dubbed Beverage Co. from $3bn to $4.5bn. As a result, Keurig Dr Pepper said it no longer plans to pursue a partial IPO of Beverage Co., which will focus on the amalgamated company's non-coffee drinks. Keurig ...

Core Insights - JDE Peet's experienced strong financial performance in 2025, achieving significant top-line growth and operational profit despite challenges from green coffee inflation [2][5][8] Financial Performance - Total sales for 2025 reached EUR 9.9 billion, reflecting a 15.3% organic growth driven by a 19.5% price increase, while volume/mix decreased by 4.3% [12][14] - Organic adjusted EBIT increased by 1.2% to EUR 1.3 billion, with reported sales up 12.3% [7][14] - Free cash flow was EUR 1,130 million, and net leverage improved to 2.3x [7][17] - Underlying profit for the period rose by 64.1% to EUR 1,196 million, with underlying EPS increasing to EUR 2.46 [16][14] Strategic Initiatives - The company launched the "Reignite the Amazing" strategy, focusing on three key brands: Peet's, L'OR, and Jacobs, along with nine local icons, aimed at sustainable value creation [3][6] - Progress was made in simplifying the organization and advancing a EUR 500 million cost savings program [3][7] - New product launches included Dubai Chocolate and Peet's ready-to-drink Cold Brew Coffee, enhancing consumer engagement [4][19] Market Developments - The acquisition process with Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is on track, with a public cash offer of EUR 31.85 per share supported by JDE Peet's Board of Directors [9][10] - The company is committed to maintaining affordability while managing cost inflation, which totaled EUR 1.6 billion in 2025 [8][16]

Skip to main content Exclusive news, data and analytics for financial market professionalsLearn more aboutRefinitiv Keurig Dr Pepper secures additional $1.5 billion funding for JDE Peet's buyout February 23, 202610:59 PM UTCUpdated 9 mins ago By Reuters Feb 23 (Reuters) - Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP.O), opens new tab said on Monday it had raised an additional $1.5 billion of equity funding from long-term investors as part of its financing plan for the roughly $18 billion acquisition of Dutch coffee giant JDE Peet ...

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Core Insights - PepsiCo, Inc. is expanding its functional portfolio to meet the rising consumer demand for health-focused products, including hydration, protein, and digestive health offerings [1][2] - The company's strategy includes investments in zero-sugar beverages, prebiotic drinks, protein-based products, and performance hydration, while enhancing its snack portfolio with healthier ingredients [2][8] - This strategic shift allows PepsiCo to enter fast-growing categories that often have premium pricing and strong brand loyalty, which supports revenue growth and margin expansion [3][4] Market Position and Competition - The functional food and beverage market is highly competitive, with both emerging wellness brands and established players vying for health-conscious consumers [3] - PepsiCo's extensive global distribution network and strong brand portfolio provide a competitive advantage, enabling efficient scaling of functional offerings across diverse markets [4] Financial Performance - PepsiCo shares have increased by 11.2% over the past six months, compared to the industry's growth of 17.4% [7] - The company trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 19.09X, which is lower than the industry average of 20.32X [9] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for PepsiCo's earnings per share (EPS) indicates a year-over-year rise of 5% for 2026 and 6.5% for 2027, although estimates have decreased in the past 30 days [10]

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