Coca-Cola stock price rises as Jefferies lifts target ahead of Feb. 10 earnings
NEW YORK, Feb 5, 2026, 14:59 ET — Regular session
Coca-Cola shares climbed roughly 1.7% on Thursday, defying a softer U.S. market as investors sought refuge in defensive consumer staples. Jefferies boosted its price target ahead of the company’s earnings next week. The stock gained $1.30 to $78.65 in afternoon trading.
This move is significant as Coca-Cola prepares to update investors on pricing, demand, and its 2026 outlook in just a few days — a key indicator for other packaged food and beverage companies in a volatile market.
Wall Street’s tech-driven selloff has driven funds into stocks with steadier cash flows, as investors reassess how much they’re willing to pay for firms ramping up AI spending. (
