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Coca-Cola vs Monster Beverage: comparing KO and MNST stock
12-month growth, from 100━ KO +41.7% ━ MNST −29.5%
| Metric | KO | MNST |
|---|---|---|
| Price, $ | 95.73 | 47.83 |
| Year to date | +37.9% ● | −37.6% |
| 12 months | +41.7% ● | −29.5% |
| From 52-week high | −1.7% ● | −52.3% |
| vs 200-day average | +16.0% ● | −33.4% |
| P/E | 28.8 | 42.5 |
| Dividend yield | 2.25% ● | 0.00% |
| Revenue growth, YoY | +7.1% | +20.4% ● |
| Operating income growth | +8.8% | +28.5% ● |
| Operating margin | 32.2% ● | 30.5% |
| Gross margin | 62.3% ● | 55.5% |
| Market cap | $411.8B | $93.7B |
| Next earnings | Feb 16, 2027 | Nov 5, 2026 |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which is better to buy: Coca-Cola or Monster Beverage?
We do not advise what to buy. By the numbers: Coca-Cola rose more over the year (+41.7%); Coca-Cola is closer to its 52-week high; Coca-Cola has the higher operating margin; Monster Beverage is growing revenue faster; Coca-Cola has the lower P/E. How to weigh such signs is covered in «How to analyse a stock».
Can I buy both?
Yes. Many hold several companies in one industry to avoid depending on one. A broad index fund often already holds the largest US companies.
When do they report?
Coca-Cola — Feb 16, 2027; Monster Beverage — Nov 5, 2026.