Consumer Staples Stocks Icon

Consumer Staples Stocks

Consumer staples are companies that produce basic necessities people buy every day. This includes businesses that specialize in the manufacturing or distribution of food and beverages, personal hygiene, and more. These companies are generally considered noncyclical and will enjoy growth independent of wider economic circumstances. Procter and Gamble, Coca-Cola, and General Mills are some of the major players in the sector.

Recent Consumer Staples Stocks Articles

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.

Panera Bread Could Continue to Rise

Restaurant stock Panera Bread (PNRA) has a lot to offer besides sandwiches and pastries. It has been on the rise for years -- and still is poised to keep it up.

Mining Stocks Are About to Get Buried

The future isn't looking so bright for base and precious metal stocks, but a few more diversified miners could fight their way through the change.

3 Stocks That Are Stuck in the Mud

These three companies aren't bad, but when "they aren't bad" is the best thing you can say about 'em, that's a sign investors should just walk away.

Should I Buy Campbell Soup? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Near a 52-week high, CPB has been providing some nice returns for its investors. Is it a stock still worth dipping into? Here is our verdict.

3 Food Stocks Growing Sturdy Dividends

Some food stocks are getting hit by the drought -- but not all of them. Here are three that are somewhat shielded, and also offer investors some protection.

5 Best Commodity Investments Now

If you believe that a robust recovery isn't far off, then it's time to consider these five promising commodity plays.

Navigating the Food Crisis: Go Generic

As Americans pinch pennies and grocers seek improved margins, better-marketed store-brand foods are blossoming into bigger business.

Food Crisis? Before You Jump to Conclusions…

It's key to see that the drought isn't hitting all food makers equally. Consider Nestle, which is enjoying a drop in its key supply prices, such as sugar.

Three Simple Words: No More Cupcakes

The cupcake fad itself is annoying. The idea of investing your money in it is just plain dumb.

Dividend, Molybdenum Business Make Southern Copper a Buy

Southern Copper is a well-run operation with a little business diversity and a good (if varying) dividend. When it gets some help from copper prices, watch out!

Dean Foods Shares Surge on WhiteWave IPO

Dean Foods shares surged on Wednesday as it announced better than expected second-quarter earnings and prepared to spin-off its WhiteWave business.

Drought Is a Bad Recipe for Tyson and Rivals

Rising commodity costs are adding to already slack meat demand to create a tough environment for meat processors. But, in the long term ...

Burger King Is Grilling Right Along

Burger King's sizzling second-quarter report was met with a bit of apathy on investors' part, but BKW is cooking up several reasons to get excited.

SuperValu: A Supermarket Special Victim

New SuperValu CEO Wayne Sales has just inherited a difficult clean-up job in this supermarket stock, so wish him luck -- he'll need it.

Summer’s Drought Will Wither Lots of Stocks

From ConAgra to Kraft to Papa John's, rising dairy prices will hurt a slew of food and dairy companies. The USDA has already cranked up its price estimates.

4 Commodities Funds to Buy Now

Commodities are a popular way to diversify one's portfolio and add support during times of instability or inflation. A great place to start: These four funds.