Consumer Stocks

Consumer stocks are often staples of industry. Huge corporations like Proctor & Gamble (NYSE:PG) and Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) have long been providing their customers with a variety of everyday products that provide steady growth for the company. However, consumer stocks can also be cyclical or dependent on trends as a means of growth. Examples of these stocks are Crocs (NYSE:CROX) and American Eagle (NYSE:AEO).
Due to all the variables associated with consumer stocks, it is important to consider your needs as an investor and how each stock fits within those needs. Many consumer stocks like Proctor & Gamble are safe investments with consistent dividends and steady growth. Some consumer stocks are more volatile and have higher potential such as Chipotle (NYSE:CMG), which has risen from just above $400 to just under $700 in the past year.

Texas Instruments to Slash 1,700 Jobs

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Texas Instruments will restructure its operations away from mobile chip production, eliminating 1,700 jobs.

Bullish Bets on Saks and TJX Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
If Wall Street sellers have finally exhausted themselves, investors could be in for a treat. Here's a way to play each retailer's earnings ahead the reports.

Kraft or Mondelez: Whose Future Is Tastier?

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Now that both companies have released their first earnings reports as separate outfits, it's time to see what the results reveal about their stocks.

Here’s What President Obama’s Win Means For Your Money

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
President Obama's reelection opens up the possibilities for investors looking at "glocal" opportunities and in the energy sector.

Office Depot, OfficeMax: It’s Too Late to Play This Trade

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
They're soaring on investor activism -- not improving fundamentals. If you need proof, look at Staples, which is in the same shape but whose stock is wilting.

Beware of a Sandy Blow to Holiday Sales

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Northeast consumers will focus on necessities and rebuilding rather than discretionary items like jewelry or toys. That's bad news for some big names.

Plunging Coffee Prices Don’t Make Coffee Stocks a Buy

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Low coffee prices are a boon for companies shilling java, to be sure, but in many cases, the good fortune has already been brewed in.

3 Money-Doubling Trades for This Week

By Traders Reserve
Three stocks will provide investors with earnings reports this week (once markets reopen) and each makes a case for doubling profits on options plays

Procter & Gamble Catches a Q1 Break

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
P&G's declining fiscal Q1 earnings still topped expectations, but there's not much to suggest PG stock is a good buy right after Thursday's run.

Should I Buy Coca-Cola? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite strong headwinds like a slowing global economy and stiff competition, the long-term outlook is promising -- and that steady dividend is a nice bonus.

Costco Is More Than Low Prices

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Although discounts are important, the anti-Wal-Mar'ts success stems far more from its focus on satisfying customers -- and keeping workers happy.

Andrea Jung to Step Down as Avon Chairman, Shares Surge

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Avon said on Friday that former CEO Andrea Jung would step down from its board at the end of the year, sending its shares sharply higher.

Mondelez and Kraft Still Face Big Challenges

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
One is high-growth, the other pays out a hefty dividend. But both businesses face considerable headwinds in the months ahead.

100 Best Brands: 2012’s Biggest Winners and Losers

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Interbrand has announced its 2012 list of the most successful brands. Coca-Cola's on top again. How do the rest stack up?

Gap Stock: Back in Fashion?

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Gap stock is pulling off a phenomenal turnaround, almost doubling for the year-to-date as its fashions are finally clicking with consumers again.

Buffalo Wild Wings Isn’t in Season

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Football season might be a good time for BWLD's bottom line, but it's a terrible time to get into the stock.

Why P&G CEO’s Job Is on the Line

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
The head of Pershing Square Capital Management is pushing for the outster of Procter & Gamble CEO Robert McDonald, citing the company's continuing poor results.

Retail Stocks: 3 to Shop, 3 to Drop

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Recent overall strength doesn't mean all retail stocks are worthy. Investors need to be smart shoppers for retail stocks as well as for consumer goods.

Should I Buy General Mills? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

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