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PepsiCo loses KFC partnership amid ongoing struggles against Coca-Cola

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PepsiCo is losing ground in the cola wars, highlighted by KFC's decision to switch to Coca-Cola products in its U.S. restaurants. This move reflects a broader decline in Pepsi's brand power, with Coca-Cola holding a significantly larger market share. Analysts suggest PepsiCo has historically prioritized its snack business over its beverage division, leading to underinvestment in soft drinks. AI

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PepsiCo loses KFC partnership amid ongoing struggles against Coca-Cola

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Phil Wahba ·

    How Pepsi fell behind in the cola wars—and then lost KFC

    KFC’s switch to Coke is the latest sign of a decades-long slide, and PepsiCo’s CEO says fixing soda is now a priority.

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