Sirisha Bhogaraju
Sirisha Bhogaraju joined Market Realist in October 2014. She has more than 12 years of experience in financial research. Sirisha has covered various sectors over the years, but she's most interested in consumer and retail stocks. She likes to see how macro trends and evolving customer choices impact companies.
Sirisha has a master’s degree in finance. She's also a music enthusiast and likes to read in her spare time.
Disclosure: I am in full compliance with all ethics and other policies for Market Realist research analysts. I am not invested in securities that I cover on Market Realist.
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Why Ross Stores Isn’t Keen on E-Commerce Growth
Ross Stores, which falls in the moderate off-price space, does not seem to be keen on expanding its e-commerce business and does not have an online store.
Did Dr Pepper Snapple’s Non-Carbonated Beverages Call the Shots in 4Q15?
Dr Pepper Snapple (DPS) saw higher volume growth in non-carbonated beverages in all the quarters of fiscal 2015 compared to CSDs.
PepsiCo Aims to Revive Soda Volumes with Crystal Pepsi
Carbonated soft drinks have been losing their fizz as more and more consumers are opting for healthier beverage options.
Coca-Cola Speeds Up Refranchising of Bottling Operations
Coca-Cola is accelerating the refranchising of its bottling operations, with the goal to hand back about two-thirds of its US bottler–delivered business by the end of 2017.
JCPenney: Why Most Analysts Rate the Stock a ‘Buy’
As we mentioned in Part 1 of this series, JCPenney’s (JCP) stock has risen 24.7% since the start of the year to $8.69 as of June 28.
TJX Companies’ HomeGoods Segment Impressed in Fiscal 3Q16
TJX Companies’ HomeGoods segment reported strong same-store sales growth of 6%. The segment’s net sales grew by 12.8% to $959.8 million in 3Q16.
Nordstrom Completes Sale of Credit Card Portfolio to TD Bank
On October 1, Nordstrom (JWN) announced the completion of the sale of its credit card portfolio to Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD), also known as TD Bank.
ETFs with holdings in Macy’s: How should I invest?
Some ETFs with holdings in Macy’s include one of the most popular ETFs in this category, the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY).
Key Categories of the Spirits Market
Whiskey is the largest category of the US spirits market with a 33% share of gross revenues. Vodka, cordials, and rum hold 25%, 11%, and 10%, respectively.
What Are Analyst Recommendations for Coca-Cola’s Stock?
As of June 17, Coca-Cola’s (KO) stock price has risen by 5.6% on a year-to-date basis.
PepsiCo Partners with Starbucks to Seek Growth in Latin America
In 2016, PepsiCo and Starbucks will distribute Starbucks’s ready-to-drink, or RTD, coffee and energy beverages in select Latin American markets.
Alcoholic Beverages: A Key Category of the Beverage Industry
According to the Beverage Marketing Corporation, alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, and distilled spirits, account for 20% of the US beverage market.
ETFs with holdings in Nordstrom
This article discusses ETFs with holdings in Nordstrom.
Kohl’s Valuation Surges after Fiscal 2Q16 Results
As of August 15, Kohl’s was trading at a 12-month forward PE (price-to-earnings) ratio of 11.7x.
Coca-Cola Is Open to Inorganic Growth in Still Beverages
Coca-Cola has a dominant presence in the sparkling beverages market, but it’s the still beverage space that has huge growth prospects.
Gatorade’s Position in the Sports Beverage Market
Gatorade’s position and volumes have been impacted by rising competition. It has also felt the effect of the popularity of bottled water, ready-to-drink tea, coffee, and energy drinks.
What Do Analysts Expect from PepsiCo’s 2Q16 Earnings?
PepsiCo’s (PEP) performance in recent quarters has been under pressure due to currency headwinds and weakness in carbonated soft drink volumes.
Macy’s Stock: Why Do Most Analysts Rate It a ‘Hold’?
On February 2, 2017, 19 out of 22 analysts covering Macy’s (M) stock had “hold” recommendations, and three analysts had “buy” recommendations.
Mondelēz’s Stock: Why Do Most Analysts Rate It a ‘Buy’?
Current recommendations As of January 30, 15 of 20 analysts covering Mondelēz International’s stock had a “buy” rating. Five analysts had a “hold” recommendation, and there were no “sell” recommendations. On January 5, 2017, Berenberg Bank initiated coverage on Mondelēz International’s stock with a “buy” rating and a price target of $51. Consensus “buy” rating […]
Monster Beverage’s Valuation: Impact of 1Q17 Results
On May 5, 2017, Monster Beverage (MNST) was trading at a 12-month forward PE (price-to-earnings multiple) of 31.1x, up 3.7% in reaction to its 1Q17 results.
Best Buy’s Valuation: How Does It Compare to Peers?
As of April 25, Best Buy (BBY) was trading at a 12-month forward PE (price-to-earnings) ratio of 11.3x.
What’s So Special About Specialty Tea?
According to the Tea Association of the USA, the specialty tea segment wholesale value increased to an estimated $1.9 billion in 2014, up 9.8% from 2013.
Macy’s International Growth: Bloomingdale’s to Open in Kuwait
Macy’s (M) is gearing up for further international expansion with its plan to open its first Bloomingdale’s store in Kuwait.
Dr Pepper’s Prospects in Other Non-Carbonated Beverages
Dr Pepper Snapple adopted a strong strategy by acquiring an 11.7% stake in BodyArmor. But it could grow more in other non-carbonated beverage categories.Company & Industry Overviews Understanding Coca-Cola’s business segments
Overall, in 2013, still beverages performed better than sparkling beverages across all the segments except for Europe. Sparkling beverage volumes have been declining over the past few years.
Where Does Walmart’s Valuation Stand Compared to Its Peers?
As of September 19, 2016, Walmart (WMT) was trading at a 12-month forward PE multiple of 16.6x, which is slightly above its YTD average forward PE of 16.4x.
Demand for Expensive Liquor Is Growing
The performance of liquor business in 2014 reflects the premiumization trend, or a preference for better, premium, or expensive liquor brands.
Will Coffee Peers Step Up Their Game with Jacobs Douwe Egberts?
With the emergence of Jacobs Douwe Egberts, Keurig and other coffee producers will focus more on expanding their product portfolios. They’ll also focus on an international presence to capture the growing global demand for coffee.
Will Nordstrom’s Rack Stores Continue to Be a Key Growth Driver?
In 2Q15, Nordstrom Rack store sales increased by 12.9% to $857 million from the comparable quarter of the previous year.
JCPenney: Analysts’ Recommendations and Target Price
As of July 13, 15 analysts covering JCPenney (JCP) stock have a “hold” rating. Seven analysts have a “buy” rating, while two analysts have a “sell” rating.
Moderna Stock Soars, COVID-19 Vaccine Looks Promising
Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) stock surged 16% in after-market trading hours on Tuesday following news of positive results related to its COVID-19 vaccine.
Moderna Partners with Catalent on Potential COVID-19 Vaccine
Today, biotechnology company Moderna announced its collaboration with Catalent for large-scale manufacturing of its potential COVID-19 vaccine.
Will the Rally in Clorox Stock Continue?
The COVID-19 pandemic boosted Clorox’s sales. People started paying more attention to cleaning and sanitizing.
Do You Pay Taxes on Unemployment Benefits?
With more people seeking unemployment benefits, our analysts explain the taxes on unemployment benefits and how much to withhold.
PepsiCo: A Must-Know Overview of the Consumer Giant
Leading consumer staples company PepsiCo manufactures and distributes food and beverage products in over 200 countries
Will Walgreens’ Q3 Results Beat Wall Street’s Forecast?
Unlike several other US companies, Walgreens didn’t suspend its dividends due to COVID-19. As of July 6, the company’s dividend yield was 4.2%.
PepsiCo Beats Q2 Estimates, Strong Snacks Sales amid COVID-19
PepsiCo’s global snack business helped offset the weakness in the company’s beverage business. The snack business delivered organic revenue growth of 5%.
Beyond Meat Enters Chinese Grocery Stores through Alibaba
Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) wants to expand in the Chinese market. The company will offer Beyond Burgers in Alibaba’s (NYSE:BABA) Freshippo stores.
Walmart’s Q1 Results Might Reflect Strength amid COVID-19
Mass merchandiser Walmart (NYSE:WMT) is scheduled to declare its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2021 on May 19. What can investors expect?
Wayfair Stock Rose on Strong Q1 Revenue amid COVID-19
Wayfair (NYSE:W) stock has risen by 25.3% as of 10:25 AM ET today. The company reported strong revenue for the first quarter.
3M Stock: Analysts Raise Target Price after Q1 Results
Today, several analysts raised their target price for 3M (NYSE:MMM) stock. The company reported better-than-anticipated first-quarter results on April 28.
Will PepsiCo’s Q1 Earnings Beat Wall Street’s Estimates?
So far, PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) has fallen 4.7% this year. However, the company has fared better than Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) and the broader US market.
What to Expect from Skechers’ Q1 Earnings
Skechers will likely release its first-quarter results after the financial markets close on Thursday. The company withdrew its Q1 guidance on March 18.
Coca-Cola Might Deliver Upbeat Q1 Earnings despite COVID-19
Analysts expect Coca-Cola’s first-quarter reported revenue to rise by 3.4% to $8.29 billion. They expect an 8.0% decline in the adjusted EPS to $0.44.
Constellation Brands Ends Fiscal 2020 with Strong Q4 Earnings
Constellation Brands ended fiscal 2020 on a strong note with better-than-expected fourth-quarter results. The company reported sales of $1.90 billion.
Beyond Meat Stock: Goldman Sachs Turns Bearish
Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) stock fell 2.6% on March 26. Goldman Sachs downgraded its rating for the alternative-meat maker.
Should You Buy Coca-Cola and PepsiCo amid Market Crisis?
Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO), PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP), and other consumer staples stocks are getting analysts’ attention amid the stock market turmoil.
Is Procter & Gamble a Good Bet for Investors?
The defensive nature of Procter & Gamble stock and its strong dividends make it a good buy in a challenging market environment.
Analysts Upgrade Walmart amid Stock Market Turmoil
Analysts are optimistic about Walmart (NYSE:WMT) even though the US stock market crashed due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Clorox Gets Rating Upgrade, Coronavirus Triggers Demand
Clorox stock rose 4.1% on March 16, even though the US stock market crashed amid the coronavirus pandemic. JPMorgan Chase upgraded its rating.