Who owns Thums Up?
Thums Up is owned by Coca-Cola (the United States, NYSE: KO), which has owned the brand since 1993.[1] Thums Up was founded in 1977 in India and was independent until 1993.
Key facts
- Current owner
- The Coca-Cola Company verified
- Owned since
- Previous owner
- Independent (1977–1993)
- Owner HQ
- 🇺🇸 United States, Atlanta, Georgia
- Origin
- 🇮🇳 India
- Founded
- 1977
- Category
- Beverages › Soft drinks › Cola
- Parent ticker
- NYSE: KO
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About Thums Up
Thums Up was created in India in 1977 after Coca-Cola left the country over foreign investment rules, and Coca-Cola bought it in 1993 on its return. It outsells Coca-Cola in India, so the company owns the brand that beat it.
Ownership timeline of Thums Up
Where Thums Up sits in Coca-Cola
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Thums Up?
The parent company of Thums Up is Coca-Cola, a publicly listed company headquartered in the United States.
Is Thums Up Indian or American?
Thums Up originated in India in 1977, but it is owned today by Coca-Cola, which is headquartered in the United States. So Thums Up is an Indian-origin brand under American ownership.
Since when has Coca-Cola owned Thums Up?
Coca-Cola has owned Thums Up since 1993.
Who owned Thums Up before Coca-Cola?
Thums Up was an independent company from its founding in 1977 until Coca-Cola acquired it in 1993.
Is Thums Up still owned by Coca-Cola?
Yes. As of 6 September 2026, Thums Up is still owned by Coca-Cola. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
Sources (1) & corrections
Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.
- [1] The Coca-Cola Company Annual Report on Form 10-K filed 2026-02-20 — SEC EDGAR, SEC Form 10-K, published 20 February 2026; retrieved 6 September 2026.
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