Food Prices

Popcorn Crops Feel Midwest Drought Squeeze

The drought in the Midwest is reducing the corn harvest and raising prices for popcorn, though movie theaters may be reluctant to raise already high prices. More

5 Things That Will Keep Driving Food Prices Higher

Food prices are rising, and there looks to be little relief in store. That's because these five factors (among others) will continue to push costs higher. More

3 Stocks That Are Stuck in the Mud

These three companies aren't bad, but when "they aren't bad" is the best thing you can say about 'em, that's a sign investors should just walk away. More

McDonald’s: No More Meat from Abusive Plant

Fast food chain McDonald's recently suspended the purchase of meat from a California slaughterhouse accused of inhumanely treating its cows. More

3 Food Stocks Growing Sturdy Dividends

Some food stocks are getting hit by the drought -- but not all of them. Here are three that are somewhat shielded, and also offer investors some protection. More

5 Ways the Drought Could Dry Up Your Wallet

Food prices budged only slightly in July, but that doesn't mean the drought's low yields won't be felt -- a lot -- both later this year and into 2013. More

Sysco’s Profits Fall in Q4

Food distributor Sysco saw its earnings fall in the fourth quarter as a result of rising food costs and other charges. More