Coca-Cola, Pepsi face boycotts over continued Russia operations
Source: Kotchapan Suwanno / EyeEm / Getty
According to NBC4i, beverage giants Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are facing harsh criticism Friday after news of both companies’ continued operations in Russia amid the invasion of Ukraine. The attention led both #BoycottCocaCola and #BoycottPepsi to trend on Twitter Friday, with many swearing off products from both.
Pressure to pull business from Russia comes after numerous governments and businesses implemented a cascade of economic consequences following the unprovoked attack on Ukraine that began Feb. 24.
The Economist correspondent Oliver Carroll reported Friday that Ukrainian supermarkets Novus and Silpo are boycotting Coca-Cola for the time being. Reuters explains both beverage companies have around 4% revenue exposure in Russia. Pepsi also has two production plants in the country.
For the full NBC4 story click here
Get Breaking News & Exclusive Contest in Your Inbox:
The Latest:
- Enes Kanter Ejected From WNBA Game Following Altercation With Natasha Cloud, Social Media Cheers
- Alicia Keys’ “HELL’S KITCHEN” is Coming to Columbus
- Mo-To-The-E-To-The! Brandy Visits Iconic Leimert Park Landmark To Recreate ‘Moesha’ Opening
- Spinning The Baby Block! Jamie Foxx Revealed THIS Iconic Co-Star Reassured Him About Becoming A Dad Again At 58
- ‘Love Me Through’: Coco Jones Drops Stunning Wedding Visuals And New Track Inspired By Hubby Donovan Mitchell
- Porn Star Kira Noir Reveals Why An X-Rated ‘Black Panther’ Parody Never Happened, Social Media Goes Deeper
- The Fumble: Jayden Daniels Beefs With LSU Over No.5 Despite Jokes, Lakers Ownership Drama, & More
- Injustice System: Karmelo Anthony Denied A Retrial After Allegations Of Austin Metcalf’s Racist & Violent History Withheld From Jury
- Lil’ Kim Announces A ‘Hard Core’ Symphony – Get Your Fits Ready Now
- Klay Thompson Is Officially Taking His Talents To The Miami Heat & NBA Fans Are Hype
