Coca-Cola Co (KO)

Shares of Coca-Cola Company (KO) dropped by 4.83% from $55.04 to $52.38 in the trading on Thursday October 5, 2023. The reasons why stock KO is down today is due to concerns that weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are causing consumers to buy fewer groceries and consume fewer calories. Walmart's CEO mentioned a slight pullback in overall purchases linked to these drugs. This indicates an impact on the packaged food and beverage industry. Coca-Cola has been shifting toward healthier options and diversifying into hot drinks like coffee. While this news led to a soft drink industry sell-off, it's wise for investors to monitor the situation rather than make hasty decisions based on the current uncertainty.