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Coke Drinks Deeply From Emerging Markets, But Q1 Profit Still Falls 14%

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:21:28 -0400

Coca-Cola pushed forward with growth in emerging markets, though a series of currency problems and restructuring charges sent the world's largest beverage company's profit tumbling.

The Cookie Crumbles: Can Mondelez Find Its Mojo?

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:04:23 -0400

It's a bright, warm February day in Boca Raton, Fla., but Irene Rosenfeld doesn't look happy. At an industry conference one week after reporting disappointing fourth-quarter results, the chairman and CEO of Mondelez International, formerly Kraft Foods, is defending her new company under a barrage of questions from irritated financial analysts. One wants to know what's really changed after the spinoff. Another barks: "You said you're getting frustrated? Well, we're getting frustrated, too." Yet another wants to know why she didn't disclose before the earnings release that the company was having execution issues in Brazil and Russia. Beneath her no-fuss cropped red haircut and chic white blazer, her mouth hardens into a thin, straight line. "I deeply regret it impacted my credibility with you, but I don't know what else could have been done," she says. "The long-term prospects are quite robust."

Most Powerful Women in the United States

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:04:23 -0400

Nike Bulls Earn 500% Overnight Options Gains, Tibco Bears Snap Up Protection

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:50:11 -0400

NKE – Nike, Inc. – Weekly call options purchased on Nike yesterday ahead of the footwear and apparel maker’s better-than-expected third-quarter earnings report released after the closing bell on Thursday fetched big overnight profits for some traders, with shares in the name rallying to record highs, up better than 11.5% at $59.79 as of 12:40 p.m. in New York. The change in open interest in the Mar. 28 ’13 $55 strike calls yesterday indicates 3,062 opening positions were initiated. A review of time and sales data suggests most of the volume was purchased at an average premium of $0.84 apiece on Thursday.

How Kraft Changed the "Change" Perception

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 07:23:11 -0400

When a corporate strategy fails, employees become cynical about the next strategic effort. My colleague Kathy Gersch highlights this story of how Kraft inspired its most apathetic employees to drive strategic change.

Innovation REALLY Matters - Lessons Learned from Detroit

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 19:03:23 -0500

Forbes updated its annual "Most Miserable Cities" list. It looks at employment/unemployment, inflation, incomes and cost of living, crime, weather, commute times - a pretty good overview of things tied to living somewhere.

Uh-Oh, Even Wal-Mart Faces The Cash Strapped Consumer

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:51:12 -0500

Last week a leaked email sounded the alarms for Wal-Mart (WMT) as its customer base feels the nexus of pain associated with weakening disposable income. More specifically the February 12 email sent from Jerry Murray, Wal-Mart’s vice president of finance and logistics, noted that “February month-to-date (MTD) sales are a total disaster.”

How Kraft Got Its Innovation Groove Back

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:18:05 -0500

Kraft Foods Group has spent the last three years getting its innovation groove back, company leaders said today at the annual Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference in Boca Raton, Fla. The $18-billion-in-revenues food products company with iconic brands like Maxwell House, Oscar Mayer and JELL-O became an independent company last October after a corporate split of legacy Kraft’s North American grocery business and its global snacking business, which is now called Mondelez International.

4 Reasons to Like Kellogg’s Move to China

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:05:08 -0400

4 Reasons to Like Kellogg’s Move to China

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:05:08 -0400

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.

Campbell’s Soup Closing 2 Plants, Cutting Jobs

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:56:09 -0400

Campbell’s Soup Closing 2 Plants, Cutting Jobs

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:56:09 -0400

Blaming a decline in canned soup consumption, the company is shutting one plant in California and one in New Jersey.

3 Food Stocks Growing Sturdy Dividends

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 11:40:44 -0400

3 Food Stocks Growing Sturdy Dividends

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 11:40:44 -0400

Some food stocks are getting hit by the drought -- but not all of them. Here's 3 companies that are somewhat shielded, and also offer investors some protection.

Investors Don’t Always Have to Follow Buffett’s Moves

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:35:06 -0400

Investors Don’t Always Have to Follow Buffett’s Moves

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:35:06 -0400

I respect the man, but followers of Warren Buffett need to be warned not to follow exactly in his footsteps. What he's doing now may be good for him and investors

Summer’s Draught Will Wither Lots of Stocks

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 08:00:15 -0400

Summer’s Draught Will Wither Lots of Stocks

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 08:00:15 -0400

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.

10 Bullish Trendsetters to Watch

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 09:25:13 -0400

10 Bullish Trendsetters to Watch

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 09:25:13 -0400

Take note: These stocks' charts are showing a 'bullish crossover' -- their 20-day moving averages are crossing above their 50-day average.

The Death of Small-Cap Stocks: RIP 2012

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 06:00:10 -0400

The Death of Small-Cap Stocks: RIP 2012

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 06:00:10 -0400

Today's market environment is choking out small-cap stocks, and there's no immediate end in sight. Don't even try to cherry pick -- just steer clear.

Nestle’s is More Than Just Chocolate and Candy

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:30:07 -0400

Nestle’s is More Than Just Chocolate and Candy

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:30:07 -0400

Nestlé together with its subsidiaries, provides nutrition, health, and wellness products worldwide, and is an international dividend achiever.

Big Short Plays Tied to Government Actions

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 08:00:31 -0400

Government action mandating benefit cuts is sure to affect the market, but how? It will mean less money in the economy -- and less spending on consumer staples.

Big Short Plays Tied to Government Actions

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 08:00:31 -0400

10 Brands That Dads Like

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:01:14 -0400

10 Brands That Dads Like

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:01:14 -0400

YouGov BrandIndex found that M&Ms has the best brand perception among American fathers with Sony, Subway, Snickers and Cheerios also in the top ten brands.

Safeway to Introduce Its Own K-Cup Coffees

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 12:06:11 -0400

Safeway to Introduce Its Own K-Cup Coffees

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 12:06:11 -0400

Safeway will offer its branded coffees in K-Cup containers for Keurig single-serving coffee brewing machine from Green Moutain Coffee Roasters.

Large-Cap Consumer Stocks: Right Now, Safety Will Cost You

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:12:50 -0400

Large-Cap Consumer Stocks: Right Now, Safety Will Cost You

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:12:50 -0400

Large-cap consumer stocks offer high yields, relative safety, and insulation from macroeconomic headwinds. But have the shares become too expensive?

Kroger’s to Sell K-Cups, Green Mountain Shares Drop

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 13:08:24 -0400

Kroger’s to Sell K-Cups, Green Mountain Shares Drop

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 13:08:24 -0400

Kroger's ill introduce its own branded coffees in single-serving containers designed to be compatible with Green Coffee Mountain Roasters' Keurig coffee makers.

Hold Smucker For a Sweet Return

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 10:00:27 -0400

Hold Smucker For a Sweet Return

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 10:00:27 -0400

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

Nestle: A Global Dividend Powerhouse

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 09:00:28 -0400

Nestle: A Global Dividend Powerhouse

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 09:00:28 -0400

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.

5 Banner Ads That Are Fun to Click

Tue, 29 May 2012 13:35:48 -0400

5 Banner Ads That Are Fun to Click

Tue, 29 May 2012 13:35:48 -0400

Not all banner ads are boring. Here is a look at five successful ads that actually get consumers' attention.

Top 6 Stocks to Buy for June

Tue, 29 May 2012 11:15:48 -0400

Top 6 Stocks to Buy for June

Tue, 29 May 2012 11:15:48 -0400

This month’s top stocks to buy are all large-cap, high-quality dividend producers with a history of holding their uptrends in similar market conditions.

How Kraft Mac & Cheese Got More People to ‘Like’ Them

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:49:28 -0400

How Kraft Mac & Cheese Got More People to ‘Like’ Them

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:49:28 -0400

Kraft Foods' official Facebook page boasts more than 1 million likes. That's pretty phenomenal considering that it had far fewer fans at the start of the year.

Winners and Losers in the Coffee Price War

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:40:33 -0400

How the price cuts at Smucker and Kraft will work out for top players. Not all will emerge unscathed. Here's how it's likely to shake out.

Winners and Losers in the Coffee Price War

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:40:33 -0400

Has Buffett Finally Checked Out of Berkshire?

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:21:31 -0400

Has Buffett Finally Checked Out of Berkshire?

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:21:31 -0400

Recent moves by Berkshire Hathaway makes one wonder whether the Oracle of Omaha's influence on picks is waning.

4 Popular Coffee Brands Just Got Cheaper

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:25:29 -0400

4 Popular Coffee Brands Just Got Cheaper

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:25:29 -0400

J.M. Smucker has slashed the list price on some of its packaged coffee including Folgers, Millstone, Cafe Bustelo and Dunkin' Donuts.