In 2012, Coca-Cola's equity method investments totaled €168.5 million, comprising €16.6 million in associates and €151.9 million in joint ventures. The reported income from these investments was €10.4 million. This income plays a role in Coca-Cola's overall profitability.

1. Using 2012 Coca-Cola's annual report.
What are Coke's major equity method investments? Brief summary.
What amount of income does Coke report on these investments, and how significant are those
amounts to Coke's overall profitability?
Solution
Investment in Associates = $16.6 (from page No 37 bottom figure)
Investment in Joint ventures = $151.9 (From page no. 39)
Therefore,
According to 2012 Coco-Cola’s Annual Reports, equity methodinvestments are 168.5€ million
($16.6+$151.9).
Amount of income as per Coco-Cola’s accounting records is 10.4 € million.