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Analysts Expect Positive Revenue Growth in Fiscal 2Q16
The revenue estimate for Farmer Brothers in fiscal 2Q16 isn’t as high. However, it’s still positive. Analysts predict revenue of $145.3 million for fiscal 2Q16 Macroeconomic Analysis
Volatility: Risks and Rewards Go Hand in Hand
The Sharpe ratio is calculated using standard deviation as its volatility measure. Consumer
Boston Beer Company: An introduction to better beer business
Boston Beer Company Inc. (SAM) is the largest craft brewer in the United States, having sold ~2.7 million barrels of proprietary core brand products. Healthcare
A Look at the Financial Details of the CVS-Aetna Deal
CVS is paying more than 11 times the trailing 12-month EBITDA for Aetna. Consumer
A Look at Rite Aid’s Stock Crash This Year
Rite Aid’s shareholders have been the real losers from the delay and eventual termination of the deal between Rite Aid (RAD) and Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) in October 2015. Consumer
Here’s Why Rite Aid’s Margins Have Deteriorated over the Years
Rite Aid’s profitability has worsened over the years. Its gross margin has fallen from 29.0% in fiscal 2013 to just 22.6% in the first quarter of the current fiscal year. Consumer
Deutsche Bank and Oppenheimer Downgrade Kroger
Kroger’s (KR) 2Q18 results invited a host of negative reactions from Wall Street. Consumer
How Whole Foods’ Price Cuts Could Impact Sprouts Farmers Market
After bleeding in the stock market in 2015 and 2016, Sprouts Farmers Market (SFM) stock finally bounced back in 2017, rising 27.0% at the end of July 2017. But August turned out to be one of its worst months. Consumer
Did Kellogg’s Earnings Beat Estimates in Fiscal 2Q16?
In fiscal 2Q16, Kellogg Company (K) reported EPS (earnings per share) of $0.91, in line with analysts’ estimates. Consumer
How Mondelez Compares to Its Peers’ Key Moving Averages
On July 27, Mondelez closed at $43.94. The stock is trading 1.2% above its 100-day, 1.4% below its 50-day, and 2.9% below its 20-day moving averages. Consumer
Did Oreo Cookies, Trident Gum Sales Boost Mondelez’s 2Q Earnings?
Mondelez International (MDLZ), maker of Cadbury chocolates and Oreo cookies, is all set to report its fiscal 2Q16 earnings results on July 27 before the market opens. Company & Industry Overviews
Monster Beverage Provides an Update on Distribution Transition
In its 3Q15 conference call, Monster Beverage disclosed an agreement with Coca-Cola HBC (Hellenic Bottling Company) that will apply across 28 countries. Company & Industry Overviews
Weighing Clorox’s Strengths and Opportunities
Clorox (CLX) has a strong research and development (or R&D) team and devotes significant resources and attention to product development. Company & Industry Overviews
Dr Pepper Reaches for Sports Drinks with BodyArmor
On August 12, 2015, Dr Pepper Snapple announced that it purchased an 11.7% stake in BA Sports Nutrition, the company that owns BodyArmor. Earnings Report
CVS’ Retail Pharmacy Market Share Rises in 2Q15 on Scripts Growth
CVS Health’s Retail Pharmacy segment reported sales of $17.2 billion in 2Q15, an increase of 2.2% over 2Q14. CVS boosted its share of the retail pharmacy market to 21.6% in 1Q15, from 21% in 2Q14. Consumer
Is craft better? Boston Beer Company’s high-quality ingredients
The four main ingredients that Boston Beer Company uses are malt, hops, yeast, and apples. Malts, hops, and yeast are part of most beer-making processes. Consumer
Why Boston Beer Company and peers’ beer distribution is important
Like other brewers in the United States, Boston Beer Company (SAM) sells its products to distributors and wholesalers, which in turn sell to retailers. Consumer
The rise of craft beer: Boston Beer Company and Samuel Adams
Craft beer consumption is on the rise, as drinkers are going for more premium products these days. Boston Beer Company (SAM) stands to benefit.
