Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) has decided to launch a new advertisement campaign in UK.

Coca-Cola Launches UK Marketing Campaign

Ahead of the Euro 2012 tournament kicking-off in June, the soft drink maker giant Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) is introducing a new ad campaign in UK.

Chris Deere, MyCoke GB market manager said, “Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) Great Britain knows how passionate British fans are about football and is hoping to excite all fans through our UEFA EURO 2012 campaign. The new ad, ticket giveaway and supporting campaign underscore our commitment to involving consumers in the tournament by encouraging them to celebrate football happiness with Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) and Coke Zero.”

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) stocks are currently standing at 76.87.

Price History
Last Price: 76.87
52 Week Low / High: 63.34 / 77.82
50 Day Moving Average: 73.41
6 Month Price Change %: 12.6%
12 Month Price Change %: 12.9%

PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) has decided to introduce CNG-powered vehicles by year’s end.

PepsiCo To Deploy Fleet Of Gas Cars

The Frito-Lay unit of PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) will deploy 67 compressed natural gas-powered tractor-trailers for its delivery fleet by the end of the year.

Mike O’Connell, senior director of fleet capability for Frito-Lay unit of PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) in North America said, “The first million miles with the electric trucks have been a journey of understanding and refining both how and where we use these vehicles, as well as providing input to help improve upon the performance for the next generation vehicle. We are now in position to more quickly accelerate our strategy and grow the electric vehicle fleet.”

PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) company shares are currently standing at 66.80.

Price History
Last Price: 66.80
52 Week Low / High: 58.5 / 71.89
50 Day Moving Average: 65.46
6 Month Price Change %: 5.6%
12 Month Price Change %: -5.9%

Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) ?has partnered with a Philippines government agency to help women traders.

Coca-Cola Helps Philippines Government Push

A memorandum of agreement has been signed between Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) of the Philippines to provide opportunities for the women to maximize the potential of their current businesses.

Diana Garza Ciarlante, Vice President for Sustainability and Stakeholder Relations of Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) ?said, “The program is a unique opportunity to put in practice the company’s 800 years of history. We are really proud to be part of it. Overtime we will start to see women entrepreneurs improve their life.”

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) shares were at 77.41 at the end of the last day’s trading. There’s been a 13.9% movement in the stock price over the past 3 months.

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) Analyst Advice
Consensus Opinion: Moderate Buy
Mean recommendation: Error
(1=Strong Buy, 5=Strong Sell)
3 Months Ago: Error
Zack’s Rank: 2 out of 15 in the industry

Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) ?has decided to hire military veterans across the United States.

Coca-Cola In Veteran Push

The Atlanta-based beverage giant Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) is planning to hire up to 800 military veterans across the United States for its Refreshments division.

Steve Cahillane, President and Chief Executive Officer, Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO)’s Refreshments unit said, “Our military personnel have made incredible sacrifices to serve and protect their country and when they return home, they deserve support and recognition from companies like Coca-Cola(NYSE:KO). It’s also in the best interest of companies to consider military vets as they offer a wide variety of skills, diversity of perspective and ingrained leadership and drive.”

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) shares are currently standing at 77.28.

Price History
Last Price: 77.28
52 Week Low / High: 63.34 / 77.82
50 Day Moving Average: 72.48
6 Month Price Change %: 13.3%
12 Month Price Change %: 15.5%

PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) has revealed a partnership with the upcoming film Katy Perry: Part Of Me 3D.

PepsiCo To Sponsor Katy Perry Movie

Under this new deal, PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) will provide support for the movie, slated for release by Paramount Pictures on 5 July.

The brand’s support includes co-branded television and radio spots, digital advertising and retail displays, with all elements of the campaign featuring PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP)’s new global tagline ‘Live For Now’.

Simon Lowden, CMO, PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) said, “PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) is a brand at the forefront of pop culture and this partnership with Katy’s film will deliver fans an exclusive one-of-a-kind experience at one of the biggest movie events of the summer, starring one of the one today’s hottest musical artists.”

PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) stocks were at 66.62 at the end of the last day’s trading. There’s been a 0.2% change in the stock price over the past 3 months.

PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP) Analyst Advice
Consensus Opinion: Moderate Buy
Mean recommendation: Error
(1=Strong Buy, 5=Strong Sell)
3 Months Ago: Error
Zack’s Rank: 2 out of 15 in the industry

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) has decided to start selling new K-Cup portion packs for Green Mountain Coffee Roasters.

Starbucks Corporation Expands Coffee Range

The US based coffee giant Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) will soon start selling two new varieties of K-Cup portion packs for Green Mountain Coffee Roasters’ Keurig brewers after strong sales.

According to Howard Schultz, Chief Executive Officer of Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) said, “The company has shipped more than 230 million K-Cups since it began selling the pods at supermarkets and retailers last year.”

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) company shares are currently standing at 55.39.

Price History
Last Price: 55.39
52 Week Low / High: 33.72 / 62
50 Day Moving Average: 55.1
6 Month Price Change %: 25.7%
12 Month Price Change %: 52.2%

Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) has apologized for a recent food scandal in China.

Coca-Cola Apologies For China Chlorine Error

The Chinese unit of Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) has apologized over how it acted in China after some of its products were alleged to be contaminated with chlorine.

David G Brooks, president of Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO)’s China and South Korea branches said “the company’s apology was necessary because it had not responded quickly enough to the scandal and had issued inconsistent statements as the case developed.”

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) stocks were at 77.00 at the end of the last day’s trading. There’s been a 13.1% change in the stock price over the past 3 months.

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) Analyst Advice
Consensus Opinion: Moderate Buy
Mean recommendation: Error
(1=Strong Buy, 5=Strong Sell)
3 Months Ago: Error
Zack’s Rank: 2 out of 15 in the industry

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) has decided to hike the prices of drinks in Korea.

Starbucks Corporation Pushes Up Korea Prices

The US based coffee maker giant Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced on Thursday that it will hike the prices of 32 drinks including café Americano, café latte and caramel macchiato in Korea.

A Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) spokesman for the country said, “The prices of milk and coffee beans, labor costs and rents have risen sharply since last year. It was an inevitable choice for efficient management.”

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) shares were at 56.65 at the end of the last day’s trading. There’s been a 18.9% change in the stock price over the past 3 months.

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) Analyst Advice
Consensus Opinion: Moderate Buy
Mean recommendation: Error
(1=Strong Buy, 5=Strong Sell)
3 Months Ago: Error
Zack’s Rank: 13 out of 45 in the industry