PepsiCo Gains 0.98% but Volume Dives 47% to 840M as Institutional Shifts Diverge and PEP Slides to 105th in Trading Activity

On September 9, 2025, , , . The stock ranked 105th in terms of trading activity on the day. Institutional activity highlighted shifts in investor sentiment, with several major fund managers adjusting their positions. Candriam S.C.A. and M Holdings Securities Inc. trimmed holdings, while Raymond James Financial Inc. and RWA Wealth Partners LLC increased stakes. Notably, . reflected divergent strategic views on the stock. Meanwhile, PepsiCo’s expansion into Nigeria, , underscored its ongoing efforts to strengthen regional operations amid evolving market dynamics.

pressure emerged as a key theme, . Analysts at J.P. Morgan and TD Cowen maintained a cautious stance, . Institutional transactions revealed mixed signals, as entities like Prudential PLC and Northern Trust Corp. reduced positions, while others, including Van Lanschot Kempen and Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC, added to their holdings. These movements suggested a broader debate over PepsiCo’s long-term growth potential and operational efficiency.

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