Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) Exceeds Fourth-quarter Sales and Profit Expectations

Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:MNST) is among the 12 Best Alcohol Stocks to Buy Right Now.

On February 26, 2026, Reuters reported that Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:MNST) surpassed fourth-quarter sales and profit projections. The firm posted net sales of $2.13 billion for the quarter ended December 31, up 17.6% from the previous year and surpassing the $2.04 billion average estimate given by LSEG. Adjusted earnings per share rose to 51 cents, exceeding expectations of 48 cents. Monster Energy Drinks sales grew by 18.9% to $1.99 billion, while Alcohol Brand revenue decreased 16.8% to $29 million. Gross margin increased to 55.5% from 55.3% due to pricing actions and supply-chain efficiency that offset higher aluminum costs.

Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:MNST)’s CEO, Hilton Schlosberg, said that existing tariffs will have no major impact on operating results but will likely raise expenses marginally in at least the first half of 2026 compared with the fourth quarter of 2025. He said that the corporation will continue to recognize aluminum tariffs through the higher Midwest premium and use hedging techniques when possible. Shares dipped around 2% during extended trading.

Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:MNST) is a holding company that develops, markets, sells, and distributes energy drinks and concentrates. The corporation is divided into four segments: Monster Energy Drinks, Strategic Brands, Alcohol Brands, and Other.

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