MNST · 10-Q · 2026Q2 · Full report

Supply Chain Constraints

Monster Beverage Corp · 2026-08-07 · Importance 38 · Surprise 24

Monster identified increased aluminum can costs and freight-in costs as pressures on gross profit margins. These cost pressures were partly offset by the Pricing Actions and product sales mix. The company also reported a $73.8 million increase in inventories during the first six months of 2026, alongside a $192.2 million increase in accounts payable, reflecting greater working-capital requirements as beverage volumes expanded. Strategic Brands concentrate sales may fluctuate because of bottler production schedules.