CHARLOTTE — A new study by Coca-Cola says the company contributes $10 million in economic activity every hour.
Locally, Coca-Cola Consolidated says it serves as an engine for that growth.
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The company employs 5,000 people and has 13 facilities in North Carolina.
The Charlotte bottler serves 30,000 business customers across the state and invested $259 million between 2021 and 2025.