3 Reasons to Buy Coca-Cola Stock Right Now
This Warren Buffett favorite has a place in a diversified portfolio.

Almost two months into 2025, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is holding on to its gains from last year, but the index hasn't moved much higher; it's up just 4% so far this year. Valuations are higher than average, and that could signal some necessity for a correction.
But many companies are reporting solid performance, like Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO). After struggling with high inflation and higher costs, it demonstrated strong results in the 2024 fourth quarter. Here are three reasons to buy it right now.
Coca-Cola is the largest beverage company in the world, and fans drink its popular products in 200 countries. Its namesake brand is one of the most recognized in the world, and people who love it are willing to pay a premium for it. That's called pricing power.