In this edition of The Motley Fool's "Ask a Fool" series, Motley Fool analysts Jason Moser and Brendan Mathews take a question from a reader who writes: "Coke is going down, and I'm wondering if soda companies are losing the younger generation who seem to go for the healthy drinks. I'm thinking I should sell. What does the Team think about the future of Coke?"
While domestic soda volumes may be declining, as Brendan points out, the majority of Coca-Cola's (KO 1.27%) business is outside the United States, where volumes are growing. And, as Jason points out, Coca-Cola has the opportunity to add new products -- like Honest Tea -- to its powerful distribution system to offset stagnant soda volumes. Both agree that Coca-Cola is likely to be a solid long-term investment, though don't expect rapid growth.
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What's the Future of Coca-Cola?
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Two of the Fool's analysts discuss the future of Coca-Cola and whether the company is losing the younger generation to healthier options.
Brendan Mathews and Jason Moser have no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of Coca-Cola and also has options on Coca-Cola. We Fools don't all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
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