PepsiCo Gains 0.99% on $1.06B Volume 34.57% Drop as Cost-Cutting and Health-Focused Strategy Spark Optimism

On August 1, 2025, PepsiCo (PEP) closed up 0.99% with a trading volume of $1.06 billion, a 34.57% decline from the previous day’s activity. The stock ranked 102nd in trading volume for the session.

PepsiCo announced the closure of parts of its Detroit beverage facility, impacting 83 employees, as part of broader operational streamlining efforts. The company aims to align production with demand while reducing costs. Internationally, PepsiCo reported favorable earnings in Q2 2025, driven by growth in foreign markets and currency tailwinds, though North American beverage volumes remained flat amid ongoing cost pressures.

The company is refocusing its portfolio on healthier products, including the relaunch of its Frito-Lay Simply line, which will remove artificial ingredients from snacks like Lay’s and Tostitos. PepsiCo also plans to introduce prebiotic colas in 2026 following the acquisition of Austin-based Poppi, tapping into the gut-health trend. JPMorgan raised its price target for PEP to $157 in July 2025, citing optimism about cost-cutting and innovation strategies.

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