Coca-Cola Co.: The world’s largest soft-drink company...
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Coca-Cola Co.: The world’s largest soft-drink company said first-quarter earnings rose 9.1% on higher overseas sales. Profit totaled $283.5 million on revenue of $2.1 billion, up 12% from the same period a year ago. The Atlanta-based company said sales of its soft drink concentrates and syrups increased 9% overseas and 2% in the United States. Coca-Cola generates more than 75% of its operating income from international markets.
