When a stock doesn't perform well, it's natural to ask whether you should buy, hold, or sell the shares. After all, it could present an opportunity, or the market might sense there are continuing challenges with the company.

's (NASDAQ: PEP) shareholders face such a decision. The share price has badly underperformed the market, falling 1.5% over the past year even as the S 500 gained 26.6% during this time span.

That makes this a good time to take a step back and analyze PepsiCo's prospects. It's the best way for investors with a long-term view to make an informed decision.

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