Strong Q2 Performance: Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) reported a 7% increase in net sales for Q2 2025, with significant contributions from both price and volume mix. The U.S. refreshment beverages segment saw a remarkable growth of nearly 11%, bolstered by successful launches, particularly in carbonated soft drinks, with Dr. Pepper and 7UP maintaining market share and momentum.
Outlook for 2025: KDP remains on track for its full-year outlook of mid-single-digit net sales growth, with expectations for high single-digit earnings per share (EPS) growth, citing robust first-half results and well-calibrated plans for the rest of the year. However, the management acknowledged challenges ahead, including rising cost pressures (inflation and tariffs) affecting profit margins.
Coffee Segment Challenges: The U.S. coffee segment experienced a modest decline of 0.2% in Q2, with ongoing uncertainties due to commodity inflation and tariff impacts expected to put pressure on performance in the second half of the year. The company is closely monitoring pricing elasticity and managing inventory levels tightly, especially for brewers.