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KFC to switch U.S. beverage supplier from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola

1 report, 1 independent Updated Thu 00:00
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What happened

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KFC's U.S. restaurants will switch from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola beverages starting next year. This marks the first time in decades that the Yum! Brands chain has changed its drink supplier. KFC has used PepsiCo drinks in its U.S. locations since Pepsi acquired the chain in 1986.

From cnbc.com

Why it matters

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Beverages are a critical way for fast-food chains to attract consumers. The switch is part of a strategy by KFC to win back U.S. diners who have moved to rivals like Chick-fil-A or Popeyes. KFC U.S. President Catherine Tan-Gillespie stated the change is a critical step in the Kentucky Fried Comeback.

From cnbc.com

Who's involved

  • PepsiCoAmerican soft drink company that previously supplied KFC in the U.S.
  • KFCAmerican fast food restaurant chain specializing in fried chicken
  • Coca-ColaCarbonated soft drink that KFC will adopt as its new beverage partner
  • Yum! BrandsAmerican fast food company that owns and operates the KFC brand

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Coca-ColaSpeculative

    Coca-Cola could gain revenue from securing a major U.S. beverage supply contract with KFC.

  • PepsiCoSpeculative

    PepsiCo could face a loss of revenue from a major U.S. account due to the supplier switch.

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