14 Best Food Dividend Stocks To Buy According to Analysts

2. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP)

Analyst Upside Potential as of October 5: 34.2%

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP) is a leading multi-beverage company in North America with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed, and partner brands across the beverage categories of soft drinks, specialty coffees, teas, waters, and more. Those brands include Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, 7UP, Snapple, and the Keurig coffee system, which popularized single-serve pods (K-Cups) in homes across North America.

At the heart of Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP)’s approach are a few core priorities: keeping its brands strong, making the most of an extensive distribution network, pushing product innovation, and keeping costs in check. In recent years, KDP has invested in new beverage categories, including energy drinks, formed partnerships to broaden its offerings, and introduced targeted innovations in both coffee and soft drinks. Careful cost management and efficient logistics ensure its products reach stores and consumers across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Staying on top of regulations and responding to shifting consumer preferences remain key as the company looks to maintain its momentum in a competitive market.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP) initiated its dividend policy in 2018 and has increased its payouts four times since then. The company offers a per-share dividend of $0.23 every quarter for a dividend yield of 3.56%, as of October 5.