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Food Stocks
The food sector refers to the wider swathe of companies that produce everything from pre-packaged food products to agricultural goods like bread, fruits, and vegetables. The industry was worth $11.3 trillion in 2021 and will likely only continue to grow. The industry is considered stable, although specific industries within the broader food category may experience economy-related turbulence.

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Recent Food Stocks Articles
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If you're hungry for a burger stock, any of these picks should hit the spot. Each major chain simply has a different investment flavor.
Plunging Coffee Prices Don’t Make Coffee Stocks a Buy
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.
Drought Has Food Prices Set to Spike in 2013
Meat, dairy and just about everything we eat will cost more soon, thanks to the drought -- and soaring prices for corn and soy.
Kellogg Orders Massive Mini-Wheats Recall on Metal Mesh Fears
Kellogg is recalling almost 3 million boxes of cereal amid fears that metal mesh from the production process might have gotten into the packaging.
Mondelez and Kraft Still Face Big Challenges
One is high-growth, the other pays out a hefty dividend. But both businesses face considerable headwinds in the months ahead.
Kraft Spin-Off Mondelez Starts Trading Today
After almost a year of planning, Kraft Food Groups has spun off its snack business. The new company, Mondelez, hits markets today.
4 Reasons to Like Kellogg’s Move to China
Kellogg is giving China another shot -- this time via a joint venture with Wilmar. Here are four reasons why the deal looks good for the cereal-maker.
3 Struggling Stocks Going on a Diet
When the going gets tough, the tough (try to) get healthy. Here are some companies trying to use America's health kick to fatten up their bottom lines.
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.