PepsiCo’s (NASDAQ: PEP) stock is experiencing a turnaround, with significant growth following a low in mid-2025. In fiscal Q1 2026, the company reported an 8.5% increase in revenue supported by 2.6% organic growth, 2.5% acquisition growth, and a favorable currency impact of 3.4%. The strong performance across all segments has resulted in operating margins improving by 210 basis points, leading to adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.61, exceeding expectations.
As of mid-April 2026, PepsiCo’s stock price is around $155, with a critical resistance level identified at $153.50. Analysts are bullish, with a consensus rating of Moderate Buy and a price target suggesting a potential upside of approximately 10%. The company maintains a solid financial position, reporting nearly $2.3 billion in net income for the quarter, which supports a dividend yield of 3.65% and share repurchases totaling $2.1 billion.
