Food Stocks

Due to the human need to eat, food will always be in high demand and high production, causing their stocks to be stable and profitable. With organic food popularity and discretionary spending both increasing, food stocks are looking up for the next few years. Food can be invested in through commodities, restaurant stocks, packaged food stocks, or grocery store stocks. Standout food stocks include Chipotle (NYSE:CMG), Whole Foods (NASDAQ:WFM), and Kraft (NASDAQ:KRFT).

5 Overlooked Goods Suffering From Inflation

There's plenty of ado about oil prices, and rightfully so. But these other widely used but lesser-ballyhooed products also have been creeping up in price.

Should I Buy General Mills? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

General Mills hasn't seen blow-away gains this year, but it's still dependable. So should you buy it? Here's our verdict.

An Important Clue in McDonald’s Same Store Sales

Same-store sales at McDonald's declined just over 20 basis points from estimates, not enough for a significant worry to investors...at least not just yet.

Don’t Sweat Panicked Coffee Headlines

Coffee futures have surged on speculation that Colombian production will miss forecasts, but investors worried about coffee stocks' input costs can rest easy.

Kraft Warns on 2013 Snack Business Outlook

Kraft announced a 2013 earnings forecast for its Mondelez International snack food spin-off that disappointed investors, sending its shares lower.

Will Vegetarian McDonald’s Be Here to Stay?

McDonald's is opening two meatless outlets in India next year, raising the question of whether the move is a one-time thing or the start of a new trend.

Hershey Starting to Sugar-Coat the World

Steady dividend payer Hershey (HSY) has had a solid 2012, and its growth in international markets offers more promise for the future.

Campbell Soup Tops Q4 Estimates

Campbell Soup posted fourth-quarter earnings and revenue that topped analysts expectations and forecast higher revenue and profit for fiscal 2013.

Healthy-Food Stocks Will Continue to Deliver

Companies manufacturing, distributing and selling healthy foods have found a sweet spot in the market. These five all boast varying opportunities.

5 Sweet Stocks for Steady Income

Indulging in sweets isn't always bad for you. A number of sugary stocks also offer sweet dividends -- but a couple temptations should be avoided.

Panera Bread Could Continue to Rise

Restaurant stock Panera Bread (PNRA) has a lot to offer besides sandwiches and pastries. It has been on the rise for years -- and still is poised to keep it up.

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.

Should I Buy Campbell Soup? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Near a 52-week high, CPB has been providing some nice returns for its investors. Is it a stock still worth dipping into? Here is our verdict.

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.

Navigating the Food Crisis: Go Generic

As Americans pinch pennies and grocers seek improved margins, better-marketed store-brand foods are blossoming into bigger business.

Food Crisis? Before You Jump to Conclusions…

It's key to see that the drought isn't hitting all food makers equally. Consider Nestle, which is enjoying a drop in its key supply prices, such as sugar.

Three Simple Words: No More Cupcakes

The cupcake fad itself is annoying. The idea of investing your money in it is just plain dumb.

Dean Foods Shares Surge on WhiteWave IPO

Dean Foods shares surged on Wednesday as it announced better than expected second-quarter earnings and prepared to spin-off its WhiteWave business.

Drought Is a Bad Recipe for Tyson and Rivals

Rising commodity costs are adding to already slack meat demand to create a tough environment for meat processors. But, in the long term ...