Coca-Cola Consolidated reported second-quarter 2026 net sales increased 10.6% to $2.1 billion, driven by volume growth and pricing actions. Gross profit in the second quarter of 2026 was $778.4 million, an increase of $35.9 million, or 4.8%, while on an adjusted basis gross profit increased $47.3 million, or 6.4%. Income from operations was $271.3 million, down 0.3% from a year earlier, but on an adjusted basis income from operations increased by $15 million, or 6%. The company cited higher aluminum costs from geopolitical conflicts, supply constraints, and tariffs as a drag on gross margins, which fell to 37.9% from 40.0% a year ago. Volume rose 7.6% in the quarter, with sparkling and still beverage sales up 9.7% and 11.5% respectively.
Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc.Net sales rose 10.6% on volume growth of 7.6% and pricing actions.
