Cheaper Doritos and Lays helps PepsiCo win back struggling snackers 16.04.2026

PepsiCo successfully regained market share among snack consumers by implementing price reductions on popular products such as Doritos and Lays, with some cuts reaching 15% ahead of the February 8 Super Bowl. This strategic move reversed the negative impact of previous price increases in 2022, which had alienated customers due to rising operational costs. The company reported an 8.5% surge in sales to $19.4 billion in the first quarter, alongside a 25% increase in operating profit to $3.2 billion, leading to a 2% rise in PepsiCo's shares. In addition to affordability initiatives, PepsiCo is also focusing on portion-controlled products, such as multipacks, to address changing consumer habits influenced by weight-loss injections, and plans further promotions tied to the upcoming World Cup.















