PepsiCo is a multinational food and beverage corporation founded in 1965 through the merger of Pepsi-Cola and Frito-Lay. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, the company operates in over 200 countries and markets a diverse portfolio of brands, including Pepsi soft drinks, Lay's snacks, Gatorade sports beverages, Quaker cereals, and Tropicana juices. PepsiCo is one of the world's largest consumer goods companies, with a strong presence in both retail and foodservice sectors.