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Bill Ackman Still Loves Beam, Burger King

Bill Ackman and Pershing Square held tight to JCPenney, Beam and Burger King through Q2, but did trade Mondelez in for Air Products and Chemicals.

What Restaurant Stock Rules Fast Food?

McDonald's earnings revealed some cracks in the golden arches. We sort through the pile of restaurants and find out who is stealing the fast food crown.

12 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 12 Restaurant and Resort stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Stocks Serving Our ‘Need-It-Now’ Society

From telegraphs to instant pudding, instant gratification has always been popular. In fact, it's part of the reason customers love these five companies.

Good News on the Jobs Front — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Markets continued to power ahead following a report on lower jobless claims and some good news on the earnings front. After the bell, Amazon announced a dip in profits.

9 Companies Increasing Dividends

9 companies boosted their payouts to shareholders this past week, including a few energy MLPs and fast-food favorite Burger King.

Why MCD’s Millennial Problem Is Overblown

McDonald's appears to think it has an issue connecting with millennials, and is launching a new McWrap line to combat it. But both the problem and the solution are nonsense.

Should I Buy Diageo? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Diageo is the largest spirits maker in the world and a big play on emerging markets, but its shares don't come cheap. Is it a buy?

You’ve Bought a Stock … Now Build a Portfolio

This week's series for young investors discusses the importance of a diversified portfolio, as well as four qualities to consider when selecting new stocks.

Horse Meat Found in Taco Bell Beef

Taco Bell has removed beef from its United Kingdom locations after DNA testing found it contained horse meat.

Should I Buy McDonald’s? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

McDonald's is a well-known and popular global brand, but its business has more potential headwinds to deal with in 2013. Should you buy the stock?

Berkshire Hathaway Partners for $23B Heinz Purchase

Heinz has agreed to be acquired by a partnership between Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway and Brazil's 3G Capital in a deal worth $23 billion.

Should I Buy Wendy’s? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Wendy's is getting some love today on the heels of a bullish write-up. And well it should -- the fast-food chain's turnaround looks good, and its dividend looks delicious.

Yum’s Chinese Chicken Problem Is Overblown

Investors might be overly concerned that Yum Brands' use of "45-day chicken" in its Chinese locations will significantly hamper the company.

I’m Not Giving Up on McDonald’s

Though its results have hardly dazzled lately, the stock is certainly worth hanging onto given MCD's long record of success -- and its healthy dividend.

3 Turnaround Plays Using Options

Using deep in-the-money calls can limit your risk in these situations. Let's see how that would work for J.C. Penny, Burger King and Jamba.

Wendy’s Hikes Prices — Here Come Falling Sales

Dollar-menu items are killing its already scant operating profit margins, but higher prices will likely punish the top line, making things even worse.

5 Ways Labor Stoppages Can Cost You

2012 has seen 11 major work stoppages this year, with many of them demonstrating just how big -- and how broad -- a strike's impact can be.

Yum Sliced By China’s Double-Edged Sword

Yum! is hurting again thanks to its heavy exposure to a slowing China, leaving investors momentarily jeering the emerging market they once cheered.