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Keurig Dr Pepper’s $414 Million Coffee Engine — JDE Peet’s Changes The Profit Mix!

Keurig Dr Pepper reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, reflecting the impact of its recent acquisition of JDE Peet’s and solid underlying operational performance. Total net sales rose approximately 75%, largely driven by the acquisition, while legacy Keurig Dr Pepper net sales increased 7.3%, supported by both pricing and volume growth. Operating income increased by nearly 43%, with earnings per share growing 16% to $0.57. The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, projecting total net sales between $25.9 billion and $26.4 billion and low double-digit EPS growth, despite certain new factors such as higher depreciation from purchase price allocation and anticipated tariff refunds creating offsetting impacts. The U.S. Refreshment Beverages segment demonstrated continued momentum, with double-digit growth in net sales and operating income led by carbonated soft drinks, energy drinks, sports hydration, and still beverages.