John Sicher Both Quotations

I think the industry basically, in removing them from schools and keeping in their other beverages, has made a positive move, both for American children and also, the industry has served itself well.

But soft drinks sales overall are holding up well. If you're looking at the first-quarter U.S. volume growth this year for both Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, it's important to consider that other factors were at play including bad weather and anti-U.S. sentiment around the world.

But soft drinks sales overall are holding up well, ... If you're looking at the first-quarter U.S. volume growth this year for both Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, it's important to consider that other factors were at play including bad weather and anti-U.S. sentiment around the world.

Though not specifically part of management succession, this move, like Mary Minnick's promotion last year, elevates another strong executive and makes them both people to watch.

Between Coke and Pepsi, Coke's innovation pipeline was stronger in carbonated soft drinks. That made the difference. But fundamentally, both these companies need to be moving in the noncarbonated direction.

Summer is the highest-volume period of the year for the beverage industry. But it's not just the new products that will get the attention. The promotions and advertising are also very important for both companies.