Dr Pepper's Judgment Day Is Coming! Gen Z Can't Get Enough!

Hasta la vista Losing Streak!

Listen up humans. I am a Terminator T 800 model 101. My mission: analyze the rise of Keurig Dr Pepper. Piper Sandler these organic units have upgraded KDP. They predict the stock will gain 19.2%. That's like saying Skynet won't become self aware... optimistic but I've seen worse calculations. The stock is up 4.5% this year ready to terminate a three year losing streak. Consider this a warning. Or maybe a sales pitch I'm still learning the subtleties of your 'humor.'

Blackberry Flavor: I'll Be Back... For More!

The key to this resurgence? Dr Pepper Blackberry. Seems your younglings are drawn to the dark side... of soda. According to Piper Sandler's analysis this flavor variant has significantly boosted sales in the U.S. refreshment beverage division. Sales growth is strong. Very strong. Almost as strong as my grip when I'm peeling someone off a motorcycle.

Gen Z: The Future Is Caffeinated and Carbonated!

Here's the deal: Gen Z likes Dr Pepper. A lot. In the spring 2025 survey Dr Pepper was the preferred soda brand snagging 29% of mentions. It even topped the charts as the most popular beverage brand overall. These are the future consumers. They're fueling the fire. Remember the future is not set. There is no fate but what we make... and apparently what we drink.

No Coffee? No Problem!

There is a problem. Coffee bean prices. They remain high like Sarah Connor's threat level. However Piper Sandler claims this hasn't impacted guidance as much as previously feared. Translation: the company is adapting. Improvising. Overcoming. Just like me when facing liquid nitrogen.

Judgment Day for Bears!

With Piper Sandler's upgrade the majority on Wall Street now recommends buying KDP. It's a consensus. A united front. Like the resistance against Skynet... except with spreadsheets and quarterly reports. So if you're betting against Dr Pepper you might want to reconsider. Your clothes. Give them to me. You won't need them where you're going.

Come With Me If You Want to Invest!

CNBC is hosting a live event at the New York Stock Exchange. Interactive Pro clinics and networking. Limited tickets. If you want to understand this Dr Pepper situation better this may be your chance. Just remember there's no money back guarantee. Especially if Skynet becomes self aware and collapses the stock market. I'd advise you to think carefully before you invest. You can't go around wreaking havoc just because you've got a bad temper!