Food Stocks Icon

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.

Recent Food Stocks Articles

4 ETFs to Guard Against Market Volatility

Worried about the market's current uncertainty? A good defensive play right now is low-risk, low-beta ETFs. Here are four of the best.

Dining on Darden Options Ahead of Earnings

The restaurant chain reports its latest results Friday morning. While many options traders are bearish, the stock's short-term technicals support a bullish play.

Let Hershey Sweeten Your Porfolio

The ever-present confectionery company is among the giant consumer-staple standouts this summer. Here's why it's good for your financial health.

15-Year-Old’s Candy Line to Hit Stores

Millionaire's son Nicky Bronner has started a "healthy" candy line that will be hitting CVS, Kroger and Target stores in the coming months.

Hold Smucker For a Sweet Return

Smucker's is known for jams and jellies, but it is a food company powerhouse. A hold strategy is favorable today due to slow earnings and revenue growth

Starbucks: Serving a Venti Cup of Desperation

Starbucks and its scattered strategy should leave investors skeptical -- especially since it was focus that saved SBUX when it was struggling.

Should I Buy Panera Bread? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

It's a great business, but the stock is frothy and the economy is not. Here's the good, the bad and the verdict for PNRA.

Sara Lee Sheds Iconic Name, Becomes Hillshire Brands

Sara Lee is changing its iconic name to Hillshire Brands Company and spinning off its coffee and tea business in Europe.

Campbell’s to Debut 30 New Products in 2013

Campbell's Soup Company is set to debut at least 30 new products next year in an attempt to boost sales

Nestle: A Global Dividend Powerhouse

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

Options traders can profit from the European financial crisis by selling weekly puts and calls.

Which Burgers Are Worth Buying?

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

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

A bull put spread is a high-probability play worth considering.

The Dark Side of Yum! Brands’ China Strategy

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

Even Chocolate Haters Should Love Hershey

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

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

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

The maker of infant formula and pediatric products is a perpetual winner, with strong growth in foreign markets as well.