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Mark Vickery

Markets Rally Ahead Despite Potential Complications

As the tariff deadline comes and goes, a new possible 50% tariff on Brazil emerges.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Diageo Sustain Its Premiumization Momentum Amid Global Headwinds?

DEO leans on premium brands like Don Julio and Guinness to offset global headwinds and sustain growth momentum.

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Rajani Lohia

Can Coca-Cola Maintain Its Momentum Amid Flat North America Volumes?

KO posts 6% organic growth as strong global momentum offsets flat North America volumes and shifting consumer sentiment.

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Ansuiya Mohta

Top Ag Tech & Food Innovation Stocks to Strengthen Your Portfolio

BYND, HRL and TSN are transforming food with AgTech, from lab-grown meat to smart farming and plant-based proteins.

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Swati Prasad

Is Philip Morris' Pricing Power Behind Its Profit Strength?

PM's strong pricing and premium product mix fuel profit growth and margin gains in the nicotine category.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Growth Stocks to Buy for July 9th

OPRX, EWCZ and QFIN made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on July 9, 2025.

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Yashwardhan Jain

Tough Road Ahead for U.S. Consumers? ETFs to Consider

Consumer confidence slips amid tariff fears and debt worries, boosting the case for consumer staples ETFs.

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Rajani Lohia

Coca-Cola Stock Reflects Modest Growth in 3 Months: Buy Now or Wait?

KO shows steady growth, resilient pricing and global momentum, but a premium valuation keeps investor sentiment mixed.

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Swati Prasad

Altria Group Gains 21% in 6 Months: How to Play the Stock?

MO is gaining ground with strong Marlboro pricing, smoke-free growth, and solid value, appealing to income-focused investors.

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Zacks Equity Research

How is PepsiCo Balancing Volume Declines With Pricing Gains?

PEP counters volume softness, with smart pricing, value packs and global growth to defend margins and fuel gains.

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Zacks Equity Research

AVO Navigates Inflation & Oversupply: Are Margins Stabilizing?

Mission Produce emphasizes global sourcing, tech tools and product diversification to offset inflation and avocado oversupply pressures.

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Swati Prasad

Philip Morris Gains 21% in 3 Months: How to Play the Stock?

PM is gaining ground with smoke-free products and cost cuts, but regulatory and currency risks call for caution.

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Zacks Equity Research

Do Options Traders Know Something About General Mills Stock We Don't?

Investors need to pay close attention to GIS stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Ansuiya Mohta

Can The J. M. Smucker Overcome Gross Margin Strains in FY26?

SJM braces for fiscal 2026 margin pressure as cost inflation, tariffs and soft volumes weigh on profitability.

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Rajani Lohia

PepsiCo Trades Near 52-Week Low: Should You Buy, Hold or Sell?

PEP stock slides to a 52-week low as weak North America sales and cautious 2025 guidance weigh on investor sentiment.

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Zacks Equity Research

Helen of Troy Q1 Earnings Coming Up: What Investors Need to Know

HELE's Q1 revenues and earnings are likely to have declined due to soft demand, tariffs, and global headwinds.

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Zacks Equity Research

Conagra Brands Q4 Earnings Coming Up: What Investors Need to Know

CAG's Q4 earnings are likely to have been impacted by cost inflation, weak foodservice demand and FX headwinds.

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Yashwardhan Jain

ETFs to Consider for a Likely August Slump

With the possibility of S&P 500's momentum fading and equity outflows mounting, defensive ETFs like VIG, XLP and VXX draw investor focus.

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Zacks Equity Research

Mission Produce Expands in Europe: Smart Move or a Stretch?

AVO's Europe expansion taps growth potential beyond North America, but can it overcome cost and competition hurdles?

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Swati Prasad

MO Strengthens on! Brand: Can it Sustain Momentum in Nicotine Pouches?

Altria gains ground in smoke-free with on! pouches, lifting market share and boosting awareness through bold marketing moves.

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Swati Prasad

PM Grows Smoke-Free Profit Share: Will Margins Keep Expanding?

Philip Morris' smoke-free shift gained momentum in the first quarter of 2025 as high-margin products drove profit growth and strengthened its portfolio mix.

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Rajani Lohia

4 Agriculture Operations Stocks Riding Health Trends Amid Margin Woes

The Agriculture - Operations industry is gaining from healthy eating trends, innovation and global demand, but rising costs and trade risks pose challenges. CTVA, ADM, AVO and ALCO look promising.

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Ansuiya Mohta

Are SJM's Bold Portfolio Moves Paying Off in Core Segments?

The J. M. Smucker's strategic exits and Hostess buy show its push to streamline and lead in fast-growth categories.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Mondelez International, Sysco, McCormick and Celsius

MDLZ, SYY, MKC, and CELH lean on innovation and efficiency to combat inflation and shifting food-buying habits.

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Nalak Das

5 Momentum Picks for Third-Quarter 2025 After a Stellar Second Quarter

JBL, NEM, HEI, ROK and EL are riding strong Q3 momentum after U.S. stocks posted their best quarter in over a year.

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