Andina Bottling Co Inc has reported a robust financial performance for the third quarter of 2026, showcasing significant growth across various metrics. The company saw a 12% increase in consolidated net sales, totaling CLP 896,609 million. This performance is indicative of the company's resilience and adaptability in a competitive market.

In the report filed with the SEC on October 27, 2026, Andina Bottling highlighted a consolidated sales volume of 226.1 million unit cases, up 2.5% from the same quarter last year. The total transactions for the quarter also rose by 2.0%, reaching 1,236.9 million.

Andina Bottling Co Inc, also known as Embotelladora Andina S.A., operates in the Bottled & Canned Soft Drinks & Carbonated Waters industry (SIC 2086). The company trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the tickers AKO-A and AKO-B. The latest filing is part of a series of 6-K submissions, with the most recent prior filing on September 30, 2026.

According to the filing, the company achieved an accumulated consolidated net sales figure of CLP 2,675,065 million for the year to date, marking an 11.8% increase compared to the previous year. The consolidated operating income reached CLP 100,490 million, reflecting a 9.3% increase year-over-year.

Furthermore, Andina Bottling reported a consolidated adjusted EBITDA of CLP 149,289 million for the quarter, which is a 12.1% increase compared to the same quarter last year. The adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 16.7% from the previous year's 16.5%. Accumulated adjusted EBITDA for the year reached CLP 488,932 million, up 16.9% from the prior year.

Net income attributable to the owners of the parent company was CLP 61,482 million, a 7.5% increase from the same quarter last year, while the accumulated net income reached CLP 197,164 million, representing a 17.1% increase.

CEO Miguel Ángel Peirano commented on the results, stating, “In the third quarter of the year, we delivered solid financial performance, highlighted by 12.1% growth in Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA. This performance was driven by Adjusted EBITDA growth in local currency across Brazil, Chile, and Paraguay.” He also noted the challenges posed by rising oil prices but emphasized the company's strict cost control measures.

Andina Bottling is also advancing its operational capabilities through the implementation of the Regional SAP S/4HANA project, which aims to enhance process integration and information quality for better decision-making. This initiative reflects the company's commitment to operational excellence and innovation.

Additionally, in August 2026, Andina Bottling issued a green bond in the local market for 2.5 million Unidades de Fomento at an interest rate of 2.95%, maturing in 2030. The proceeds from this issuance will be utilized for refinancing or financing new or existing green projects, aligning with the company's sustainability goals.

The filing does not specify what happens next, but the positive financial results and ongoing innovation initiatives suggest that Andina Bottling is well-positioned for future growth.