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).

Nestle: A Global Dividend Powerhouse

By Dividend Growth Investor
Nestle is a world wide brand name that produces products, earnings, and dividends at a remarkable rate every year. Nestle is a great portfolio buy.

2 Weekly Options Trades to Play the European Train Wreck

By Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
Options traders can profit from the European financial crisis by selling weekly puts and calls.

Which Burgers Are Worth Buying?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fast-food stocks McDonald's, Wendy's and Jack in the Box aren't cheap, but there are ways to profit -- at least from two of them.

Winners and Losers in the Coffee Price War

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here's how the price cuts at Smucker and Kraft will work out for top players. Not all will emerge unscathed. Take a look at how it's likely to shake out.

How to Make a Quick Buck on Whole Foods

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
A bull put spread is a high-probability play worth considering.

The Dark Side of Yum! Brands’ China Strategy

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
As Yum! pushes into China, U.S. franchisees could well be feeling that their franchisor is abandoning ship.

Even Chocolate Haters Should Love Hershey

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
A confirmed penchant for reining in costs, a push toward premium products and a renewed focus on emerging markets all point to an exciting time for Hershey.

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

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
No company is better-positioned to face the challenges of slowing economies and higher costs than McDonald's. But, on the other hand ...

For Now Sysco Is Stuck in Neutral

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Food services giant Sysco is battling against rising food prices in order to maintain a solid earnings profile, and while they do, the stock is a hold.

Mead Johnson: A Formula for Success

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
The maker of infant formula and pediatric products is a perpetual winner, with strong growth in foreign markets as well.

Should I Buy Kraft? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Its strengths are already built into the stock price, and its challenges are many.

Kashi Cereal Might Not Be All That ‘Natural’

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Kellogg's Kashi brand has been under fire after reports that some of its cereals could contain genetically modified ingredients and traces of pesticides.

What Q1 Earnings Say About the Economy

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
GE and Honeywell signal overall economic recovery, while McDonald's growth may be worrisome.

8 Food Stocks to Eat Up Today

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Food stocks may be just a little dull, but everyone has to eat, and these 8 winners will put food on the table for your portfolio.

Dark Meat Chicken Surge Spurs Shortages, Price Hikes

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
American consumers are increasingly interested in chicken legs and thighs, passing up white meat, leading to supply shortages and rising prices.

Nestle Poised to Buy Pfizer’s Baby Formula

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Several sources say Swiss food giant Nestle will win the bid for Pfizer's infant nutrition business.

Coke Loses Bears, Shares Dollar Stores, Adds Spotify

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
In a flurry of partnership deals ranging from football stadiums to online music, Coke loses 2 and wins 1.

Does McDonald’s Belong in Hospitals?

By InvestorPlace Staff
Advocacy group Corporate Accountability International is urging hospitals to boot Mickey D's fast food.

Invest Now in Food, Glorious Food

By Traders Reserve
With a growing middle class around the world, producing, marketing, and delivering food will be critical, and the industry is ripe for growth and opportunity.
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