Pepsi says drinkers are pulling back and buying less of its namesake beverage

Business Insider | 08-10-2026 05:55pm |

PepsiCo reported a 2% decline in sales volumes for its North American soft drinks business in the third quarter. The company also cut its sales growth forecast for the fourth quarter. CEO Ramon Laguarta stated that the company does not feel good about the beverage business, and Pepsi does not expect consumers to be in a better financial position in the next 12-18 months.

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