PepsiCo, Inc.
Industry Group: Food Products
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NAS:PEP
PepsiCo is a global leader in snacks and beverages, owning well-known household brands including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lay’s, Cheetos, and Doritos, among others. The company dominates the global savory snacks market and also ranks as the second-largest beverage provider in the world (behind Coca-Cola) with diversified exposure to carbonated soft drinks, or CSD, as well as water, sports, and energy offerings. Convenience foods account for 55% of its total revenue, with beverages making up the rest. Pepsi owns the bulk of its manufacturing and distribution capacity in the United States and overseas. International markets make up 40% of total sales and one third of operating profits.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Food Products 6 out of 607
Universe
Global Universe 2085 out of 15359
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Industry Comparison
Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
---|---|---|
PepsiCo, Inc. |
16.3
Low
|
6 out of 607 |
The Coca-Cola Co. |
22.5
Medium
|
39 out of 607 |
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc. |
23
Medium
|
42 out of 607 |
Nongfu Spring Co., Ltd. |
25.2
Medium
|
76 out of 607 |
Monster Beverage Corp. |
29.3
Medium
|
147 out of 607 |
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PepsiCo, Inc.'s Exposure is Medium
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PepsiCo, Inc.'s Management of ESG Material Risk is Strong
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