Monster Beverage benefits from Red Bull price move, shares stay in focus on Nasdaq
22.06.2026 - 19:33:15 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Julia Schmitt, Sector & Peer Group desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-22, 19:27.
Monster Beverage (US61174X1090) sits in the analyst spotlight on Nasdaq after fresh commentary from Morgan Stanley pointed to earnings upside from a recent U.S. price increase at rival Red Bull. The stock is part of the Nasdaq-100 and S&P 500, underscoring its role in U.S. consumer staples.
Morgan Stanley sees tailwind
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight stance on Monster Beverage and set a price target of 103 dollars, according to a recent analysis citing the bank’s view. The investment house argues that Red Bull’s high-single-digit price hike in the U.S. should support category pricing and benefit Monster’s margins.
The note highlights Monster’s strong fundamental profile, with a GF Score of 98 out of 100 on key financial metrics and a price-to-earnings ratio around 44, close to its five-year high range. The same analysis points to sustained growth and profitability. Morgan Stanley’s stance adds to a broadly constructive analyst backdrop following a solid first quarter.
Strong growth and institutional interest
Monster Beverage reported first-quarter earnings per share of 0.58 dollars, beating the analyst consensus of 0.53 dollars, with revenue up 22.6 percent year on year, according to a detailed MarketBeat summary of the latest results. Analysts on that platform expect full-year earnings of about 2.31 dollars per share.
The same report notes that HSBC Holdings PLC increased its position in Monster by 6.5 percent in the fourth quarter, to 1,236,988 shares worth roughly 94.9 million dollars. This move underscores continued institutional interest in the stock. Monster’s 52-week trading range runs from 58.09 to 93.92 dollars, with a market capitalization in the high-80-billion-dollar bracket.
All news and analysis on the Monster Beverage shares
Key figures, filings and further analyst opinions on Monster Beverage are available in the dedicated topic section and on the company’s investor-relations pages.
The products behind the brand
Monster Beverage generates most of its revenue from its namesake energy-drink franchise, led by the Monster Energy line in distinctive black-and-green cans. The portfolio also includes Zero Ultra low-calorie variants and juice-based extensions that broaden its reach within the global energy-drink category.
Where the shares trade today
The Monster Beverage shares (US61174X1090) last traded on Nasdaq at 91.35 dollars on 2026-06-21, 20:00, based on recent price data from U.S. market platforms.
Monster Beverage in key figures
- Company: Monster Beverage Corporation
- ISIN: US61174X1090
- WKN: A14U5Z
- Ticker: MNST
- Trading venue: Nasdaq
- Price (as of 2026-06-21, 20:00): 91.35 USD
- Market cap: 89.92 billion USD (as of 2026-06-22)
- Sector / industry: Consumer defensive / non-alcoholic beverages
- Index membership: Nasdaq-100, S&P 500
- Next earnings date: 2026-08-06
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell securities. Investors should conduct their own research and consider their individual financial situation before making investment decisions.
