Coca-Cola (KO) shares closed down 1.13% at $69.12 on January 2, 2026, with the decline primarily attributed to profit-taking and sector rotation out of defensive stocks despite institutional buying.

  • The stock slightly recovered in after-hours trading, reaching $69.16 (+0.06%).
  • The company currently holds a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), with its Forward P/E of 21.71 significantly above the industry average of 16.78.
  • Upcoming estimated EPS is $0.56, representing a 1.82% year-over-year increase.