KFC to switch U.S. beverage supplier from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola
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What happened
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
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 effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.PepsiCo expanded its beverage supply to KFC into eight markets, targeting Gen Z.1 source
KFC previously used PepsiCo drinks in the U.S.1 source
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The entities involved
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PepsiCo
American soft drink company
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KFC
American fast food restaurant chain specializing in fried chicken