PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) is a global food and beverage leader with a diversified portfolio spanning salty snacks, convenient foods and beverages. The company traces its roots to the early 20th century, when pharmacist Caleb Bradham introduced the original Pepsi-Cola formula in 1898. In 1965, the merger of Pepsi-Cola and Frito-Lay formed PepsiCo, combining one of the world’s leading soft drink brands with a major player in the snack food industry.
Today, PepsiCo operates through multiple business segments that include Frito-Lay North America, Quaker Foods North America, PepsiCo Beverages North America, Latin America, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia, Middle East & North Africa. Its product offerings feature iconic beverage brands such as Pepsi, Mountain Dew and Gatorade alongside a broad suite of snack and food items including Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Ruffles and Quaker granola products. The company continually innovates in healthier and functional foods, responding to evolving consumer preferences with reduced-sugar, lower-sodium and protein-rich options.
With a presence in more than 200 countries and territories, PepsiCo’s integrated supply chain, manufacturing and distribution network supports both large retail partners and foodservice channels worldwide. Its commercial operations leverage advanced analytics, digital marketing and direct-store-delivery systems to optimize product availability and consumer engagement. The company also invests in research and development centers dedicated to taste, nutrition and packaging innovation.
Leadership at PepsiCo is focused on growth, sustainability and social responsibility. Since 2018, Ramon Laguarta has served as Chief Executive Officer, following the tenure of Indra Nooyi. Under their guidance, PepsiCo has set global goals around water stewardship, sustainable agriculture and plastic waste reduction. The company’s long-term strategy balances shareholder value creation with initiatives to minimize environmental impact and foster community development across its extensive global footprint.