Coca-Cola's Dominance Threatened by Limited Growth Despite Diversification

Coca-Cola dominates the beverage industry with unmatched market share and brand value, and is positioned to benefit from growing demand for carbonated drinks globally.
Strategic acquisitions like Monster Beverage and Costa Coffee have diversified Coca-Cola's portfolio and boosted its Return on Invested Capital.
However, Coca-Cola's expected 6% CAGR over the next 5 years offers limited upside compared to the 4%+ yield on 5-year US treasuries.
At current valuations, Coca-Cola does not present a compelling investment case compared to other opportunities.
For now, it's advisable to hold off on investing in Coca-Cola until valuations become more favorable relative to growth prospects.

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