A battle between two giants in the beverage market!🥤💥
I'd like to include such a dividend classic in my portfolio, so I'm coming to the question of whether to choose PepsiCo or Coca-Cola. I'm sure we're all familiar with the battle that's going on here, whether it's indirect conflict in commercials or on supermarket shelves. Both companies are global giants with rich histories and broad brand portfolios. Coca-Cola, with its proven recipe and global iconic presence, competes with Pepsi, which has a wide range of beverages and food products.

PepsiCo $PEP
The company is a global giant in the food and beverage industry. Its portfolio includes a wide range of well-known brands including Pepsi, Lay's, Doritos, Quaker, Gatorade and many more. PepsiCo is an international company with operations in more than200 countries and a focus on innovation, sustainable growth and meeting the needs of its customers around the world.

Here are some interesting metrics to help in your decision making process!📊

Dividend yield: 2.9%
Payout: 84%
Year-on-year income growth: 6%
PE: 23x
EBIT margin: 15%
Cash: $10 billion
Total debt: USD 47 billion

Coca-Cola $KO
A world-renowned American company in the food industry. Founded in 1886 in Atlanta, Georgia, it has become an icon in the beverage industry. Its main product is Coca-Cola, which has become one of the most popular drinks in the world and its brand is a symbol of global capitalism. In addition ,Coca-Cola offers a wide variety of beverages including different types of sodas, juices and energy drinks. With a global distribution network ,Coca-Cola operates in more than200 countries, making it one of the world's best-known and most successful beverage giants.

Here are some interesting pointers to help in your decision making process!📊

Dividend yield: 3.2%
Payout: 82%
Year-on-year income growth: 6%
PE: 23x
EBIT margin: 29%
Cash: $14 billion
Total debt: USD 45 billion

I'm sure you've thought about this matchup too. Who won in your opinion and by taste?🤔🏆