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Why PepsiCo stock is sliding today

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PepsiCo's stock is experiencing a notable decline amidst broader concerns in the consumer staples sector.

PepsiCo Inc (NASDAQ:PEP) is having a tough day in the market, with shares dropping by 2.76% to close at CA$129.97. This decline comes as the company deals with weak momentum indicators and increased competition in the beverage sector.

Investor takeaway: Investors should be cautious as PepsiCo's recent performance reflects broader trends in the consumer staples sector, where many companies are struggling with momentum and market pressures.

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PepsiCo Inc

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$5.75 (-4.11%)
63 day period
$133.52$138.49$143.45Jun 17Aug 3Sep 16

Market cap

$183.51B

P/E

17.8x

Div. yield

4.24%

Div. / share

$5.75

52W high

$166.41

52W low

$131.99

1W change

-1.72%

Beta

0.36

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 23 analysts covering PEP · as of Sep 17, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast PEP stock price to rise 678.9% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Hold

3.35 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$155.00

+678.9% Upside

Current Price

C$19.90

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (23 analysts)

Strong Buy 4
Buy 2
Hold 16
Strong Sell 1
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on PEP's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$103.81C$114.26C$124.71C$135.15C$145.60C$156.05TodayJun 17Aug 3Sep 16Oct 29Dec 12Jan 24

30-Day Vol

14.5%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

21.8%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-15.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$127.34

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$131.96C$125.51C$138.75
60 trading daysC$129.63C$120.75C$139.16
90 trading daysC$127.34C$116.74C$138.90

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Bull case

PepsiCo remains a strong player in the consumer staples market. It offers a solid dividend yield of 4.28% and has a diverse product portfolio that continues to generate significant revenue.

Bear case

However, the company's stock has shown weak momentum, with a 14.59% decline over the past six months. This raises concerns about its ability to compete effectively against rivals like Coca-Cola.

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Published: September 18, 2026
Last Updated: September 18, 2026
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