Costa Coffee
Parent: The Coca-Cola Company
Costa Coffee is the UK's largest coffee chain and one of the leading global coffee brands, backed by Coca-Cola's global distribution capability. Its vertically integrated roastery model gives supply chain differentiation.
Key Metrics
Business Model
Franchise and licensed partner model across international markets. Coca-Cola acquired Costa in 2019 for £3.9B, signalling global beverage distribution ambitions.
Supply Chain Control
Very High
Franchisee Support
High
Expansion Strategy
Franchise partners, licensed concessions, company-operated stores
Logistics Model
Roastery-led supply chain — Costa Roastery in Lambeth supplies all stores
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO)
FRA Insight
Strengths
Coca-Cola parent provides unrivalled financial strength, global distribution capability, brand trust.
Weaknesses
AUV below Starbucks. Integration into Coca-Cola's model remains a work-in-progress strategically.
Key Risks
Starbucks competition in all markets, consumer trade-down risk, Coca-Cola corporate prioritisation changes.
Data sources: Public filings, Estimates