Is KDP a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 43.2/100. It is ranked #2,141 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 48/100, Value 51/100, Momentum 34/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for KDP?

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 43.2 ranks it #2,141 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is KDP in?

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Beer & Liquor industry) with a market cap of $34.90 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does KDP pay a dividend?

Yes, KDP pays a dividend with a current yield of 3.61%. The Consumer Staples sector average yield is 0.38%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $36.10 in annual dividend income.

What is KDP's P/E ratio?

KDP has a trailing P/E ratio of 14.78x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is KDP?

KDP's quality factor score is 48/100. Gross margin: 54.5%. ROE: 9.3% vs sector average 7.7%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is KDP valued compared to peers?

KDP's value factor score is 51/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 14.8x, EV/EBITDA 9.6x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is KDP's debt level?

KDP's debt-to-equity ratio is 116%. Sector average: 72%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

KDP has a beta of 0.23, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 85/100.

Does KDP have high short interest?

KDP's short interest factor score is 14/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

KDP Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 43.2/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
KDP	+0.57%	+4.98%	-5.24%	-5.14%	-23.54%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLP	-1.29%	+0.59%	-3.91%	+6.04%	+3.81%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.63%	+1.38%	-5.58%	-4.78%	-53.06%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+1.86%	+4.39%	-1.33%	-11.18%	-27.35%	-	-	-

Metric	KDP	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	14.8x	-55%
EV/EBITDA	9.6x	+39%
Price / Book	1.4x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
KDP Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.	43	48	51	34	14.8x	9.3%	54.5%	14.6%	9.8%	116.0x	$34.9B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.5%	0.5%	0.6%	0.5%	0.5%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.5%	0.6%	0.6%
Operating Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-2.4%	-	-	-	-	-	17.2%	19.3%	19.3%	12.5%	12.1%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.4%	0.4%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	7.0%	3.1%	8.4%	9.8%	5.6%	6.2%	5.3%	5.0%	2.6%	19.0%	23.5%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.5%

0.6%

0.5%

0.6%

0.5%

0.6%

Operating Margin %

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

-2.4%

17.2%

19.3%

12.5%

12.1%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.4%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

7.0%

3.1%

8.4%

9.8%

5.6%

6.2%

5.3%

5.0%

2.6%

19.0%

23.5%

Line Item	TTM	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$16.0B	$15.4B	$14.8B	$14.1B	$12.7B	$11.6B	$11.1B	$7.4B	$6.7B	$6.4B	$6.3B
	—	$6.8B	$6.7B	$6.7B	$5.7B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$8.7B	$8.5B	$8.1B	$7.3B	$7.0B	$6.5B	$6.3B	$3.9B	$4.0B	$3.9B	$3.7B
Gross Margin	54.5%	55.6%	54.5%	52.1%	55.0%	55.8%	57.0%	52.2%	59.7%	59.9%	59.3%
	—	$5.0B	$4.9B	$4.6B	$4.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	$70M	$66M	$65M	$66M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	—	$653M	$658M	$434M	$229M	$224M	$227M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$5.9B	$4.9B	$4.7B	$4.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$3.6B	$2.6B	$3.2B	$2.6B	$2.9B	$2.5B	$2.4B	$1.2B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.3B
EBIT	$3.6B	$2.6B	$3.2B	$2.6B	$2.9B	$2.5B	$2.4B	$1.2B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.3B
EBITDA	$3.6B	$2.6B	$3.2B	$2.6B	$2.9B	$3.0B	$3.0B	$1.7B	$1.6B	$1.7B	$1.5B
Operating Margin	22.5%	16.9%	21.6%	18.5%	22.8%	21.3%	21.4%	16.6%	20.8%	22.3%	20.7%
EBITDA Margin	22.5%	16.9%	21.5%	18.5%	22.8%	25.9%	27.1%	22.7%	24.3%	26.1%	24.3%
	—	—	$496M	$693M	—	$608M	$665M	$465M	$226M	$178M	$117M
	—	$1.9B	$2.8B	$1.7B	$2.8B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$473M	$576M	$284M	$653M	$428M	$440M	$202M	$95M	$434M	$420M
	$2.3B	$1.4B	$2.2B	$1.4B	$2.1B	$1.3B	$1.3B	$589M	$1.1B	$847M	$764M
Net Margin	14.6%	9.4%	14.7%	10.2%	16.9%	11.4%	11.3%	7.9%	16.1%	13.2%	12.2%
	$0.49	$1.06	$1.56	$1.01	$1.52	$0.94	$0.89	$0.54	$5.91	$4.57	$4.00
Diluted EPS	$0.49	$1.05	$1.55	$1.01	$1.50	$0.94	$0.89	$0.54	$5.91	$4.57	$4.00
Weighted Avg Basic	—	1.4B	1.4B	1.4B	1.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	1.4B	1.4B	1.4B	1.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$16.0B

$15.4B

$14.8B

$14.1B

$12.7B

$11.6B

$11.1B

$7.4B

$6.7B

$6.4B

$6.3B

—

$6.8B

$6.7B

$5.7B

—

$8.7B

$8.5B

$8.1B

$7.3B

$7.0B

$6.5B

$6.3B

$3.9B

$4.0B

$3.9B

$3.7B

Gross Margin

54.5%

55.6%

54.5%

52.1%

55.0%

55.8%

57.0%

52.2%

59.7%

59.9%

59.3%

—

$5.0B

$4.9B

$4.6B

$4.2B

—

Research & Development

—

$70M

$66M

$65M

$66M

—

Depreciation

—

$653M

$658M

$434M

$229M

$224M

$227M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$5.9B

$4.9B

$4.7B

$4.1B

—

$3.6B

$2.6B

$3.2B

$2.6B

$2.9B

$2.5B

$2.4B

$1.2B

$1.4B

$1.3B

EBIT

$3.6B

$2.6B

$3.2B

$2.6B

$2.9B

$2.5B

$2.4B

$1.2B

$1.4B

$1.3B

EBITDA

$3.6B

$2.6B

$3.2B

$2.6B

$2.9B

$3.0B

$1.7B

$1.6B

$1.7B

$1.5B

Operating Margin

22.5%

16.9%

21.6%

18.5%

22.8%

21.3%

21.4%

16.6%

20.8%

22.3%

20.7%

EBITDA Margin

22.5%

16.9%

21.5%

18.5%

22.8%

25.9%

27.1%

22.7%

24.3%

26.1%

24.3%

—

$496M

$693M

—

$608M

$665M

$465M

$226M

$178M

$117M

—

$1.9B

$2.8B

$1.7B

$2.8B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$473M

$576M

$284M

$653M

$428M

$440M

$202M

$95M

$434M

$420M

$2.3B

$1.4B

$2.2B

$1.4B

$2.1B

$1.3B

$589M

$1.1B

$847M

$764M

Net Margin

14.6%

9.4%

14.7%

10.2%

16.9%

11.4%

11.3%

7.9%

16.1%

13.2%

12.2%

$0.49

$1.06

$1.56

$1.01

$1.52

$0.94

$0.89

$0.54

$5.91

$4.57

$4.00

Diluted EPS

$0.49

$1.05

$1.55

$1.01

$1.50

$0.94

$0.89

$0.54

$5.91

$4.57

$4.00

Weighted Avg Basic

—

1.4B

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

1.4B

—

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Do?

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. operates as a beverage company in the United States and internationally. It operates through Coffee Systems, Packaged Beverages, Beverage Concentrates, and Latin America Beverages segments. The Coffee Systems segment manufactures and distributes various finished goods related to its coffee systems, K-Cup pods, and brewers, as well as specialty coffee. This segment sells its brewers through third-party distributors and retail partners, as well as through its website at keurig.com. The Packaged Beverages segment engages in the manufacture and distribution of packaged beverages of its brands; contract manufacturing of various private label and emerging brand beverages; and distribution of packaged beverages for its partner brands. The Beverage Concentrates segment manufactures and sells beverage concentrates primarily under the Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, A&W, 7UP, Sunkist, Squirt, Big Red, RC Cola, Vernors, Snapple, Mott's, Bai, Hawaiian Punch, Clamato, Yoo-Hoo, Core, ReaLemon, evian, Vita Coco, and Mr and Mrs T mixers brands. This segment also manufactures beverage concentrates into syrup. The Latin America Beverages segment manufactures and distributes carbonated mineral water, flavored carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, and vegetable juice products under the Peñafiel, Clamato, Squirt, Dr Pepper, Crush, and Aguafiel brands. The company serves retailers, bottlers and distributors, restaurants, hotel chains, office coffee distributors, and end-use consumers. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Beer & Liquor industry. The company is led by CEO Robert J. Gamgort and employs approximately 28,000 people, headquartered in Plano, Massachusetts. With a market capitalization of $34.9B, KDP is one of the prominent companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 43.2/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.KDP ranks #2,141 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. ranks #82 of 180 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

KDP Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) currently trades at $26.60. The stock gained $0.18 (0.7%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for KDP is $36.12, which means the stock is currently trading -26.4% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $25.03, putting the stock 6.3% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 11.9M shares, indicating strong institutional interest and high liquidity.

Is KDP Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) carries a value factor score of 51/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 14.78x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 55%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.37x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 2.16x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, KDP trades at 9.62x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector.

Overall, KDP's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) earns a quality factor score of 48/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 9.3%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 4.3% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reports gross margins of 54.5%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 22.5% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 14.6%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at 9.8% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

KDP Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 116.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 0.62x, which may signal near-term liquidity tightness. Total debt on the balance sheet is $15.82B. Cash and equivalents stand at $516M.

KDP has a beta of 0.23, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is 85/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reported revenue of $15.99B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.49. Net income for the quarter was $2.34B. Gross margin was 54.5%. Operating income came in at $3.60B.

In Q3 2025, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reported revenue of $4.31B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.49. Net income for the quarter was $662M. Gross margin was 54.3%. Revenue grew 10.7% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $995M.

In Q2 2025, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reported revenue of $4.16B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.40. Net income for the quarter was $547M. Gross margin was 54.2%. Revenue grew 6.1% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $898M.

In Q1 2025, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reported revenue of $3.63B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.38. Net income for the quarter was $517M. Gross margin was 54.6%. Revenue grew 4.8% year-over-year compared to Q1 2024. Operating income came in at $801M.

Over the past 8 quarters, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $3.47B to $15.99B. Investors analyzing KDP stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

KDP Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.6%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in KDP stock would generate approximately $$361.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Consumer Staples sector average dividend yield of 0.4%, meaning KDP offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 14.6% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

KDP Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) has a momentum factor score of 34/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 29/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 14/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

KDP vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) ranks #82 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places KDP in the upper half of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing KDP against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full KDP vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

KDP Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy KDP? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. suggests caution. Momentum is weak at 34/100, a headwind for near-term performance. Low volatility (stability score 85/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 43.2/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on KDP stock.

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