Stable Stocks Deliver Gains Without the Hype

Technology stocks have dominated the market over the past decade, but their blistering performance hasn't overshadowed the impressive gains of non-tech companies.

Coca-Cola is one such example, having gained 26% in 2026 compared to Meta Platforms' roughly 3% gain. The beverage giant's steady growth outlook, with 9.7% earnings growth predicted for 2026 and another 7% in FY27, underpins its strong performance.

Coca-Cola's latest results reflected this stability, with Q2 sales climbing 7% YoY to $13.4 billion and EPS jumping 11% to $0.97. The company has capitalized well on consumers' shift toward less-sugary options, with 16% YoY volume growth in Coca-Cola Zero Sugar.

Consumer Staples stocks like Coca-Cola have built consistent, dependable growth by doing the 'simple' things exceptionally well. Their stability is undeniable, and they provide a nice shield against volatility.