These Consumer Staples Stocks Marked Stellar Gains in Q1
The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLP) rose 10.5% in the first quarter of 2019.
Food Industry
Everything you need to know about developments in the food insdustry, including stock analysis.
Will Coca-Cola and PepsiCo’s Revenue Pick Up in 2019?
Coca-Cola’s (KO) revenue declined for the sixth consecutive year in 2018 on a reported basis. The decline in the soda giant’s revenue in recent years reflects the impact of currency headwinds and the refranchising of its bottling operations.
Analyzing Conagra Brands’ Growth Drivers
Conagra Brands (CAG) shares have risen 21.1% since the company reported its third-quarter earnings on March 21.
Why General Mills’ Sales Growth Rate Could Decelerate
General Mills (GIS) posted stronger-than-expected sales during the third quarter of fiscal 2019.
What Analysts Expect from Monster Beverage’s Sales in 2019
Monster Beverage’s (MNST) net sales grew 13.0% to $3.81 billion in 2018, mainly due to the performance of its Monster Energy Drinks segment.
Why Kraft Heinz’s EPS Could See a Double-Digit Decline in 2019
Kraft Heinz’s (KHC) bottom line has remained under pressure in the past two quarters and disappointed investors.
Warren Buffett Isn’t Exiting Kraft Heinz
Buffett said that considering Berkshire Hathaway’s massive stake in Kraft Heinz, it wouldn’t be easy for him to exit the company.
Kraft Heinz: Rare Upgrade from Morgan Stanley
Kraft Heinz (KHC) shares got a rare upgrade on March 4. Morgan Stanley upgraded Kraft Heinz stock to “equal weight.”
Did Kraft Heinz’s Underperformance Ring an Alarm Bell?
Shares of Kraft Heinz (KHC) crashed more than 27% on Friday, February 22, as weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter results and sluggish guidance upset investors.
Could Kraft Heinz Be Berkshire Hathaway’s Next Worry?
Kraft Heinz (KHC) stock opened much lower today after the company reported its earnings yesterday and missed analysts’ estimate.
Why T-Mobile Is Sponsoring Esports Leagues
T-Mobile (TMUS) recently renewed its sponsorship of the Overwatch League, the professional esports league run by videogame developer Activision Blizzard (ATVI).
How Coca-Cola’s Margins Fared in 2018
Higher freight costs and adverse currency fluctuations are expected to continue to impact Coca-Cola’s margins in 2019.
Why Coca-Cola Issued a Weak Revenue Outlook for 2019
After growing for three consecutive quarters, Coca-Cola’s unit case volumes were flat on a year-over-year basis in the fourth quarter.
What Analysts Expect from Coca-Cola’s Q4 Profitability
The Coca-Cola Company (KO) has exceeded analysts’ earnings estimates for six consecutive quarters.
Kellogg Stock: Analysts’ Recommendations
Analysts continue to suggest a “hold” rating on Kellogg (K) stock. Analysts’ target price shows a downward trend.
Can Coca-Cola and PepsiCo Improve Margins amid Rising Costs?
Coca-Cola’s (KO) decision to refranchise its bottling operations has helped it transform into a capital-light business.
Can Stanley Black & Decker’s Q4 Earnings Beat the Estimates?
Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) is expected to post an adjusted EPS of $2.1 in the fourth quarter—a decrease of ~4.7% YoY (year-over-year).
Investing Defensively Can Lose You a Fortune
I bet you may have heard a lot about investing defensively while the market faded.
Coca-Cola and PepsiCo: Who’s Delivering Better Margins?
Coca-Cola (KO) has outperformed PepsiCo (PEP) by generating a better gross and operating margin in the first nine months of 2018.
IBM Continues to Win Contracts for Its Blockchain Solutions
In July, IBM launched a blockchain solution specifically for the financial service industry, LedgerConnect.
What’s Backing the Uptrend in Hormel Foods Stock?
Hormel Foods (HRL) is another company in the consumer staples industry that has outperformed the broader markets so far this year.
Can Coca-Cola and Its Peers Benefit from Strategic Acquisitions?
The nonalcoholic beverage space saw some major deals in 2018. Dr Pepper Snapple merged with Keurig Green Mountain to form Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP).
What’s the Dividend Yield of the Consumer Non-Cyclical Sector?
The consumer non-cyclical segment recorded a dividend yield of 3%.
Is Higher Inflation Hurting the Consumer Staples Sector?
The consumer staples sector is an important sector in the S&P 500 Index (SPY).
Could McCormick’s Improving Fundamentals Boost Its Stock?
McCormick (MKC) has seen double-digit sales and earnings growth over the past couple of quarters.
Hormel Foods’ Road Map for Future Growth
Hormel Foods (HRL) has established a road map to boost its financial performance in a challenging food and beverage environment.
Why Hormel Foods’ Stock Price Has Fallen 4% in 2018
Hormel Foods (HRL) has seen its stock price fall 4% on a YTD (year-to-date) basis as of April 6, 2018.
What Analysts Recommend for Tyson Foods
Of the 18 analysts covering Tyson Foods, 67.0% recommend a “buy” on its stock.
Will General Mills Sustain Its Sales Momentum in Q3?
Analysts expect General Mills (GIS) to report sales of $3.8 billion in fiscal 3Q18, reflecting a marginal decline of 0.5% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis.
Who Gained the Most in the Consumer Sector Last Week?
Coty (COTY) released its fiscal 2Q18 results before the market opened on February 8. Its revenue increased 14.8% YoY to $2.63 billion.
What Synergies Could the Dr Pepper Snapple–Keurig Merger Create?
Extensive portfolio Keurig Dr Pepper, the new company to be formed by the proposed merger between Dr Pepper Snapple (DPS) and Keurig Green Mountain, is to have an extensive portfolio of hot and cold beverages. The combined company is expected to have a portfolio of 125 owned, licensed, allied, and partner brands, including Dr Pepper, 7 Up, […]
What’s the Outlook for Tyson?
Tyson Foods’ (TSN) sales dropped 11% in 2016 before gaining 4% in 2017.
Why The Kraft Heinz Company’s Outlook Still Seems Promising
The Kraft Heinz Company’s (KHC) net sales grew 44% in 2016 before falling 1% in 9M17. Every product category drove the growth in 2016, offset by a decline in the infant and nutrition segments.
Hain Celestial’s SKU Optimization and Project Terra Efforts
Hain Celestial has undertaken a massive SKU optimization program. In fiscal 4Q17, the company stated that it had streamlined 20% of its US inventory.
How Tyson Foods Compares with Its Peers in Valuation
As of December 22, 2017, Tyson Foods (TSN) stock was trading at a 12-month forward PE (price-to-earnings) multiple of 13.9x, which could seem attractive to investors.
How Coca-Cola’s Innovations Could Improve Its Revenue
Coca-Cola’s (KO) revenue has declined for ten straight quarters. The decline has been due to several factors, including a weakness in soda volumes.
Why Analysts Expect Kellogg’s Sales to Fall
Kellogg (K) estimates a 3% decline in its top line for fiscal 2017, reflecting weakness in the cereal category and challenges in several markets.
Why Kellogg’s 3Q17 Profit Margins Could Improve
Kellogg (K) posted improved profit margins despite lower sales, thanks to the company’s focus on efficiency and initiatives to reduce costs.
Tyson Foods Raises Fiscal 2017 Guidance
Tyson Foods (TSN) stock jumped about 8% on September 29, 2017, after the company raised its fiscal 2017 EPS (earnings per share) guidance.
A Look at Kellogg’s Dividend Yield Curve
Kellogg has noted a 3.0% fall in sales for the first half of 2017. The fall is due to a decline in every segment, offset by U.S. Specialty, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
Where Coca-Cola’s Valuations Stand Compared to Its Peers
Coca-Cola’s valuation multiple is currently higher than PepsiCo (PEP) and Dr Pepper Snapple (DPS) but lower than Monster Beverage (MNST).
Chart in Focus: Coca-Cola’s Revenue Growth Strategies
Coca-Cola’s (KO) top line has reflected persistent weakness over the past few quarters.
A Look at Coca-Cola’s Dividend Yield
Coca-Cola (KO) recorded a fall of 6.0% in its 2016 net operating revenues due to a decline in its Third Party and Intersegment segments.
Key Drivers behind Coca-Cola’s 2Q17 Organic Revenue Growth
Coca-Cola (KO) generated revenue of $9.7 billion in 2Q17, exceeding the consensus analysts’ revenue estimate by 0.5%.
Coffee Futures: Arabica Down, Robusta Up in the Week Ended June 23
In this series, we’ll explore the price movements of five soft commodities—coffee, sugar, cocoa, orange juice, and cotton. Arabica coffee, which is considered superior in flavor and quality to Robusta coffee, has seen its futures price falling during the past six months.
Comparing Growth and Value Stock Sectors
The SPDR S&P 500 Growth ETF (SPYG) has generated a YTD return of 13.3% versus 4.3% from the SPDR S&P 500 Value ETF (SPYV).
How Has Supervalu’s Stock Performed?
After falling around 30% in 2016, Supervalu’s (SVU) stock continues to be in the red in 2017.
A Look at McCormick’s Strong Dividend History
In the past three fiscal years, McCormick has returned more than $1.0 billion to its shareholders in the form of dividends and share buybacks.
A Look at McCormick’s Strategic Initiatives
McCormick’s (MKC) strategic acquisitions have been one of the key components of the company’s sales and margin growth.
Coca-Cola and PepsiCo by Portfolio: A Better Choice Strategy
Nonalcoholic beverage companies see tremendous opportunities in the better-for-you product categories.