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Embotelladora Andina S.A (AKO-A)




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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: AKO-A (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 72 days. Profits (27.47%). Updated daily EoD!
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 70.13% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.14B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.59 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.59 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1506 | Beta 0.35 | 52 Weeks Range 11.29 - 17.90 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 11.29 - 17.90 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 8.64% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.47 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.22% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.84% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.97% | Return on Equity (TTM) 24.25% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.59 | Forward PE 7.52 | Enterprise Value 3959858615 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 3959858615 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.17 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.76 | Shares Outstanding 78881600 | Shares Floating 464643112 |
Shares Outstanding 78881600 | Shares Floating 464643112 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 0.19 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price - | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Embotelladora Andina S.A

Company Overview
History and Background
Embotelladora Andina S.A. was founded in 1946 in Chile. It's one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in Latin America, evolving through mergers and acquisitions to expand its reach and product portfolio.
Core Business Areas
- Beverage Production and Distribution: Production, marketing, and distribution of Coca-Cola trademark beverages, including sparkling soft drinks, waters, juices, and other non-alcoholic beverages.
- Retail Operations: Management of retail channels and distribution networks to ensure product availability and market penetration.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a board of directors and a management team responsible for overseeing operations, strategy, and financial performance. It operates with a geographically decentralized structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Coca-Cola: The company's primary product, Coca-Cola, holds significant market share in its operating regions. Market share varies by country but is typically a leading beverage brand. Competitors include PepsiCo, local beverage producers, and private-label brands. Revenue generated from this product makes up a substantial portion of the total revenues
- Sparkling Flavors: Other Coca-Cola trademark sparkling flavors, such as Fanta and Sprite, hold the second most significant market share after Coca-Cola products. Pepsi Co is a major competitor with other local beverage producers.
- Still Beverages: Waters, juices, and other non-carbonated beverages. There is a high demand in the market for these beverages. The competitors include Nestlu00e9, Danone, and local beverage producers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The beverage industry is characterized by intense competition, evolving consumer preferences, and increasing focus on health and sustainability. There's a growing demand for healthier beverage options and innovative packaging solutions.
Positioning
Embotelladora Andina is a major Coca-Cola bottler in South America with a strong distribution network and brand recognition. Its competitive advantages include scale, established relationships with retailers, and operational efficiency.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The Latin American beverage market is estimated to be worth billions of dollars. Embotelladora Andina is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its extensive distribution network and strong brand portfolio.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (Coca-Cola)
- Extensive distribution network
- Operational efficiency
- Strong relationships with retailers
- High market share in core territories
Weaknesses
- Dependence on Coca-Cola brand
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Vulnerability to regulatory changes (e.g., sugar taxes)
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Expanding into new beverage categories (e.g., healthier options)
- Acquiring smaller beverage companies
- Increasing penetration in existing markets
- Optimizing distribution channels
- E-commerce growth
Threats
- Intense competition from other beverage companies
- Changing consumer preferences (e.g., shift towards healthier drinks)
- Economic downturns in Latin America
- Regulatory pressures (e.g., sugar taxes, labeling requirements)
- Increased raw material costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PEP
- MNST
- KDP
Competitive Landscape
Embotelladora Andina S.A. benefits from its strong relationship with Coca-Cola and its established market position. However, it faces intense competition from other large beverage companies and local players.
Major Acquisitions
CCU
- Year: 2015
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 150
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded beverage portfolio and market reach within South America. Enhance profitability through operating and commercial synergies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Embotelladora Andina S.A. has grown primarily through organic growth in volume and targeted acquisitions in South America.
Future Projections: Analysts expect moderate growth in revenue, driven by volume increases and pricing strategies. Profitability is expected to improve with cost optimization initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new production technologies, expansion of distribution networks, and the launch of new beverage products.
Summary
Embotelladora Andina is a major Coca-Cola bottler with a strong market position in South America, benefiting from a strong brand and established distribution network. However, it faces challenges from intense competition, changing consumer preferences, and economic volatility in the region. The company is strategically focused on expanding into new beverage categories and optimizing its cost structure to improve profitability. High debt and currency exposure remain risk factors. Despite these challenges, strong brand equity and distribution network provide competitive advantages.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Industry Research Reports
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Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It is not financial advice.
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About Embotelladora Andina S.A
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-07-07 | CEO - | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Beverages - Non-Alcoholic | Full time employees - | Website https://www.koandina.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.koandina.com |
Embotelladora Andina S.A., together with its subsidiaries, produces, markets, and distributes Coca-Cola trademark beverages in Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. It offers fruit juices, other fruit-flavored beverages, sport drinks, flavored waters, and mineral and purified water; hard seltzers; polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and preforms, returnable PET bottles, cases, and plastic caps; ice tea and mate beverages; pre-mixed cocktails; and seed-based beverages, as well as alcoholic beverages under the Campari, Aperol, and Skyy brands. The company also distributes energy drinks, sparkling wine, wine, cider, and spirits; ice cream and other frozen products under the Guallarauco brand; confectionery under the Perfetti Van Melle Brazil's, Mentos, and Frutalle; and beer under the Bavaria, Kaiser, Sol, Therezópolis, Estrella Galícia, Tiger, and Eisenbahn brands. It offers its products primarily through small retailers, restaurants and bars, supermarkets, and wholesale distributors. Embotelladora Andina S.A. was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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