CCEP
Consumer DefensiveCoca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC · Beverages - Non-Alcoholic · $42B
What is Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC?
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC is one of the world's largest Coca-Cola bottlers, producing and distributing a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Headquartered in Uxbridge, UK, it serves roughly 600 million consumers.
CCEP operates as a licensed bottler and distributor, manufacturing beverages under agreements with The Coca-Cola Company and other brand owners. Revenue comes from selling finished drinks to retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice operators across its territories. The business model combines large-scale production efficiency with deep distribution networks, giving it reach across dozens of markets in Western Europe, Australia, and the Pacific.
The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Uxbridge, United Kingdom.
- Carbonated soft drinks including Coca-Cola, Fanta, and Sprite
- Energy drinks such as Monster Energy, REIGN, and BURN
- Waters and hydration drinks including smartwater and AQUARIUS
- Ready-to-drink coffee and tea under Costa Coffee and Fuzetea
- Juices and other beverages including Capri-Sun and Minute Maid
Is CCEP a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates CCEP as Below Average overall, reflecting a mixed picture across its five quality pillars.
The Quality pillar comes in at Good, pointing to a reasonably stable underlying business with consistent cash generation typical of large-scale beverage bottlers. Valuation is also rated Good, suggesting the stock is not trading at a steep premium relative to its fundamentals — a meaningful consideration in the Consumer Defensive sector.
The Risk pillar is rated Weak, which is the most significant drag on the overall score. Moat and Growth both sit at Neutral, indicating limited competitive differentiation beyond its licensed territory and modest expansion prospects.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does CCEP pay dividends?
Yes — Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC pays a dividend.
CCEP pays a regular dividend, consistent with the income-oriented profile common among large Consumer Defensive companies. The dividend reflects the company's relatively predictable cash flows from its bottling operations. Investors seeking income from defensive holdings often consider dividend-paying beverage companies like CCEP as part of a diversified portfolio.
When does CCEP report earnings?
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners reports earnings on a regular cadence, typical for large-cap companies listed on major exchanges.
CCEP's earnings profile reflects the steady, volume-driven nature of beverage bottling — revenue tends to track consumer demand across its territories rather than sharp cyclical swings. Cost pressures and currency movements across its multi-region footprint can influence reported results from period to period.
For the most recent quarter's results and upcoming reporting dates, visit Coca-Cola Europacific Partners' official investor relations page.
CCEP Price History
+83.9% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC?
Based on Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
CCEP Long-term Outlook
With Growth and Moat both rated Neutral, CCEP's fundamental outlook is one of steady-state rather than rapid expansion. The business benefits from durable consumer demand for beverages, but meaningful volume growth depends on territory performance and new product adoption. The Weak Risk rating warrants attention — leverage levels and currency exposure across multiple geographies introduce variability that could weigh on the trajectory.
Growth drivers
- Expansion of premium and energy drink categories across European markets
- Distribution scale advantages in newly integrated Asia-Pacific territories
- Ongoing portfolio diversification into coffee, water, and functional beverages
Key risks
- Elevated financial leverage relative to sector peers
- Multi-currency exposure across European and Pacific markets
- Volume sensitivity to consumer spending shifts in key territories
CCEP vs Peers
CCEP operates in a competitive non-alcoholic beverage landscape alongside other large bottlers and brand owners.
KDP combines a broad owned-brand portfolio with a hot-beverage platform, giving it a different revenue mix than a pure bottling operator like CCEP.
Monster focuses almost exclusively on the high-growth energy drink category, making it a more concentrated and faster-growing business than CCEP's diversified bottling model.
KOF is a fellow Coca-Cola bottler but operates primarily across Latin America, exposing it to different macroeconomic and currency dynamics than CCEP's European and Pacific territories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Coca-Cola Europacific Partners do?
CCEP produces, bottles, and distributes non-alcoholic beverages under license from The Coca-Cola Company and other brand owners. Its portfolio spans carbonated soft drinks, energy drinks, waters, ready-to-drink coffee and tea, and juices. The company serves consumers across Western Europe and parts of the Asia-Pacific region.
Does CCEP pay dividends?
Yes, CCEP pays a regular dividend. This is consistent with the cash-generative nature of large-scale beverage bottling and the income-oriented expectations of Consumer Defensive investors. For the latest dividend details, check the company's investor relations page.
When does CCEP report earnings?
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners reports earnings on a regular cadence as a large-cap listed company. Specific upcoming dates are not covered by our data source — visit the company's investor relations page for the current reporting schedule.
Is CCEP a good stock to buy?
The UQS Score rates CCEP as Below Average overall. The Quality and Valuation pillars are rated Good, but the Risk pillar is rated Weak, which meaningfully weighs on the composite score. Whether it fits your portfolio depends on your risk tolerance and income objectives. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.
Is CCEP overvalued?
The UQS Valuation pillar for CCEP is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not trading at an excessive premium relative to its fundamentals. That said, valuation is just one of five pillars — the Weak Risk rating and Neutral Moat are important context. See the complete analysis with a Pro account.
How does CCEP compare to its competitors?
CCEP is a large-scale licensed bottler, which distinguishes it from brand-focused peers like Monster Beverage and multi-platform operators like Keurig Dr Pepper. Fellow bottler Coca-Cola FEMSA covers Latin America, while CCEP's footprint spans Europe and the Pacific. Each competitor carries a different risk and growth profile.
What is CCEP's market cap bracket?
CCEP is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its scale as one of the world's biggest Coca-Cola bottlers with operations spanning multiple continents and hundreds of millions of consumers.
Who founded Coca-Cola Europacific Partners?
The company traces its origins to 1986. It was formerly known as Coca-Cola European Partners before expanding into the Asia-Pacific region and rebranding as Coca-Cola Europacific Partners in May 2021. Founding context is widely available through public corporate history sources.
Is CCEP a long-term quality investment?
As a long-term quality indicator, the UQS Score rates CCEP as Below Average. The Good Quality pillar reflects operational stability, but the Weak Risk rating introduces uncertainty over a longer horizon. Long-term investors should weigh the leverage profile and currency exposure alongside the company's durable consumer demand characteristics.
What is the main competitive advantage of Coca-Cola Europacific Partners?
CCEP's primary advantage is its licensed access to some of the world's most recognized beverage brands combined with an extensive distribution network across its territories. However, the UQS Moat pillar is rated Neutral, suggesting this advantage is not assessed as particularly wide relative to the broader sector.
What sector does CCEP belong to?
CCEP is classified in the Consumer Defensive sector. Companies in this sector tend to generate relatively stable revenues because demand for everyday food and beverage products persists across economic cycles, making them a common consideration for income and lower-volatility portfolios.
Is CCEP a growth stock or value stock?
Based on UQS pillar labels, CCEP leans toward value characteristics — the Valuation pillar is rated Good while Growth is Neutral, indicating the stock is not priced for rapid expansion. It may appeal more to investors seeking income and stability than those targeting high growth.
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CCEP — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | 47.0 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 38.7 | 24.3 | 68.3 | -0.2 |
| May 21, 2026 | 47.2 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 39.0 | 24.3 | 68.7 | +0.1 |
| May 20, 2026 | 47.1 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 39.0 | 24.3 | 68.3 | -0.2 |
| May 19, 2026 | 47.3 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 39.7 | 24.3 | 68.4 | -0.2 |
| May 18, 2026 | 47.5 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 39.7 | 24.3 | 70.0 | -0.2 |
| May 16, 2026 | 47.7 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 40.3 | 24.3 | 70.3 | -0.2 |
| May 15, 2026 | 47.9 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 41.4 | 24.3 | 70.2 | +0.1 |
| May 14, 2026 | 47.8 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 41.4 | 24.3 | 70.0 | +0.3 |
| May 13, 2026 | 47.5 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 40.5 | 24.3 | 69.0 | 0.0 |
| May 12, 2026 | 47.5 | 60.7 | 41.0 | 40.5 | 24.3 | 68.8 | +0.1 |
CCEP — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 60.7/100 (25%)Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 38.7/100 (20%)Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 24.3/100 (15%)Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 65.9/100 (15%)Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 41/100 (25%)Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for CCEP.
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How is the CCEP UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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