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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

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.

3 Reasons to Buy Joy Global on the Dip

Mining equipment manufacturer Joy Global has been pummeled since March. But don't join the bearish crowd, here are three reasons to buy.

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.

Will Bernanke and the Fed Unleash QE3?

All eyes are on the Fed and Bernanke to see if a third round of quantitative easing will be delivered, but the benefits of such a stimulus are questionable.

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

Diamonds Could Add Sparkle to Portfolios in July

The Singapore Diamond Exchange, founded last year, will open trading of the precious gems to wealthy investors in July.

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.

Stocks: Will a June Swoon Follow Sell in May?

Just about everything sold off last month, but a bottom may be near if previous patterns hold. In any case, sitting tight is the safest strategy for now.

Trading Euro Misery with Gold

Not all Euro debt is the same and gold prices, while falling, still remain a better bet then the weakness of the Euro.

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.

Forget Short-Term Volatility: Copper Has Nowhere to Go But Up

Despite the volatility that is typical for commodity markets, a number of copper experts are bullish on the base metal.

The New Frontier in Mining Is … Europe?

EMED Mining makes a bullish case for copper while digging into forgotten European opportunities.

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 ...