EP) has significantly lagged this year, recording a 10% decrease, while its competitor, Coca-Cola stock (NYSE:KO), has experienced a 16% rise. This contrast is mainly attributed to the sluggish North American operations for PepsiCo. The company has encountered a decline in consumer interest for its Frito-Lay snack sector and has dealt with a substantial recall in its Quaker Foods North America branch (oatmeal). 