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Restaurant Stocks
Restaurant stocks are publicly traded companies that operate food vendors of various shapes and sizes. Restaurants remain a difficult business to enter with the majority failing within their first year, largely due to fluctuations within the greater economy -- people tend to eat out more when their other finances are in order. With that said, there remain some strong publicly traded restaurant businesses that have stood the test of time, like Chipotle, McDonald’s, and many more.

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3 No-Brainer Growth Stocks to Buy for the Potential of 100% Gains (or More) by 2030
These standout companies are the three best growth stocks for investors to buy for the potential of 100% gains or more by 2030.

3 Smart Stocks to Buy on the Dip In August
Investors wanting to buy low and eventually sell high should consider taking a position in shares of these stocks to buy on the dip.
Recent Restaurant Stocks Articles
Are Consumers All Shopped Out?
After swarming the malls in December, they're more likely to stay home in January. That could force retailers to keep the sales going.
Even Middling Q4 Earnings Could Lift Stocks
As first-to-report Alcoa showed, with expectations low, it might not be too hard for most S&P 500 companies to post a beat-and-raise quarter.
Remember, Retailers’ Earnings Matter More Than Sales
There's a lesson for investors in the December retail reports: Strong sales without healthy profit margins are hardly good news.
The End of the Big-Box Era
Poor customer service and ill-informed employees have driven consumers away. Some big-box retailers get it, but most can't change -- and won't survive.
Don’t Jump Over Lowe’s Online ‘Expansion’
Lowe's purchase of a leading online home improvement retailer is good news for consumers, but investors shouldn't bank on a huge stock move.
New Year’s Prediction #4: Retail, the Hottest Sector of 2012
When Wall Street "experts" warned about the troubled retail sector, I ignored them and made huge profits. I expect more of the same from retail in 2012.
3 Sectors Aided by Holiday Cheer
The holidays typically bring excitement to the stock market. The retail, shipping, and lodging sectors are among the most affected by Santa.
How Private Equity Could Save Sears
Getting value from distressed assets is something good private equity firms can do, and Sears has plenty of undervalued assets.
Where Will You Put Your Money in 2012?
Two areas of the market are slated to do well in the upcoming months and year, but be wary of this one sector.
Is Sears the Next Berkshire Hathaway?
Don't laugh. Eddie Lampert's strategy at Sears Holdings could be regarded as being very similar to Warren Buffett's makeover of Berkshire Hathaway in the sixties.
6 Clothing and Accessories Stocks to Buy
The retail sector moves at the slightest hint of market volatility. However, 2011 has been forgiving for clothing and accessory stocks like Coach.
Blame Bargains for Best Buy’s Demise
Best Buy's problem isn't unique among retailers -- businesses need sales to bring in price-conscious consumers, but their revenues are getting killed.
7 Specialty Retail Stocks to Sell
The recent holiday cheer on Wall Street and record-setting holiday shopping hasn't stopped some specialty retail stores from singing the Christmas blues.
The Danger of Investing in Retail Stocks
When it comes to investing in retail, slow and steady wins the race. Avoid companies like these crash-and-burn victims.
Best Buy’s Holiday Celebration Cut Short
Dismal third-quarter earnings slammed BBY stock early Tuesday as the retailer sacrificed margins to push product. The 10% stock slide may be just the beginning.
Dollar General Stock — 3 Pros, 3 Cons
Dollar General stock recently reported strong earnings, and its stock is at an all-time high -- but can the discount retailer stay on momentum's good side?
Costco Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons
Its stock has been solid this year. In fact, its average annual return has been 17.8% for the past three years. Here's a look at whether it can keep up the momentum.