PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-10-09. Here’s a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect PepsiCo to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.26.
Anticipation surrounds PepsiCo’s announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
Earnings History Snapshot
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.09, which was followed by a 1.51% drop in the share price the next day.
Here’s a look at PepsiCo’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 | Q3 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 2.03 | 1.49 | 1.94 | 2.29 |
| EPS Actual | 2.12 | 1.48 | 1.96 | 2.31 |
| Price Change % | -2.00% | -1.00% | 2.00% | 1.00% |
Performance of PepsiCo Shares
Shares of PepsiCo were trading at $140.79 as of October 07. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 19.09%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release.
Analysts’ Perspectives on PepsiCo
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding PepsiCo.
Analysts have provided PepsiCo with 13 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $151.46, suggesting a potential 7.58% upside.
Comparing Ratings with Competitors
The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets …