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 drink offerings. Convenience foods account for approximately 55% of its total revenue, with beverages making up the rest. Pepsi owns the bulk of its manufacturing and distribution capacity in the US 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 33 out of 643
Universe
Global Universe 5311 out of 16048
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Industry Comparison
Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
---|---|---|
Danone SA |
16.2
Low
|
6 out of 643 |
PepsiCo, Inc. |
20.8
Medium
|
33 out of 643 |
Mondelez International, Inc. |
21.5
Medium
|
44 out of 643 |
Nestlé SA |
22.7
Medium
|
57 out of 643 |
The Kraft Heinz Co. |
31
High
|
259 out of 643 |
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PepsiCo, Inc.'s Exposure is High
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PepsiCo, Inc.'s Management of ESG Material Risk is Strong
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