Motley Fool Money Coke's Pop, Weber's Buyout, Stock Market Superstitions
Oct 25, 2022
Jason Moser, a senior analyst at Motley Fool, and Robert Brokamp, a personal finance expert, dive into Coca-Cola's recent financial strength, showcasing its resilience against market challenges. They discuss PayPal's exciting new partnership with Amazon and Weber's potential buyout, revealing the dynamics shaping these companies. The duo also entertains listeners with a quirky exploration of stock market superstitions, from lunar phases influencing market trends to the odd connection between Super Bowl outcomes and stock performance. Tune in for insights and laughs!
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Coca-Cola's Strong Quarter
- Coca-Cola's Q3 profits and revenue beat expectations, mirroring Pepsi's recent success and demonstrating pricing power.
- Despite currency headwinds impacting gross margin, increased full-year guidance reflects their strong global presence and brand strength.
Pepsi vs. Coke
- While Coca-Cola demonstrates stability, Pepsi's five-year total return significantly outperforms Coke's, highlighting Pepsi's stronger recent performance.
- Consider Coca-Cola a defensive play for portfolio stability rather than rapid growth.
PayPal and Amazon Partnership
- Amazon adding Venmo as a payment option benefits both companies, but it's a bigger win for PayPal, aligning with their digital wallet focus.
- This move allows younger Venmo users to conveniently shop on Amazon and potentially boost PayPal's total payment volume.