why is named coca cola KO in the wall street journal?

Answer 1

That's its two letter stock symbol name, some make more sense then others, and the more likely "CO" or whatnot was already taken.

Likely KO was used because if you say "KO" it sounds similar to Coke.

Answer 2

I didn't know it was called that in the WSJ.

Answer 3

good question

Answer 4

good question