Both are giants in the global consumer staples space. Coca-Cola $KO is a pure play on the beverage industry, while Pepsi $PEP has a strong position in the snack food industry through Frito Lay. For the long-term investor looking for stability and dividends, the choice between the two is a good one. But there are some nuances to the choice.
Do you prefer Coca-Cola's pure play on the beverage industry and its brands?Or do you prefer the diversified revenue model and growth profile of Pepsi?If you had to pick one of these stocks and own it for the next 15 years, which would it be?