Coca - Cola has reported lower - than - expected quarterly revenues as sales in China have been affected by weakening consumer demand . Shares fell 40 % to $ 43.25 , more than a three - month low . In addition to the challenges faced by China 's economic slowdown , Coca - Cola also has to combat changing consumer habits : Chinese consumers are increasingly turning to premium water and healthier drinks . In response , Coca - Cola is targeting more premium offerings and consumers in second - generation and rural areas with more affordable drinks .
Coca-Cola has reported lower-than-expected quarterly revenues as sales in China have been affected by weakening consumer demand. Shares fell 3.63% to $43.25, more than a three-month low. In addition to the challenges faced by China's economic slowdown, Coca-Cola also has to combat changing consumer habits: Chinese consumers are increasingly turning to premium water and healthier drinks. In response, Coca-Cola is introducing more premium offerings and expanding in second-tier and rural areas with more affordable products.