Consumer Staples

Same-store sales have been weakening since late 2011.
I  believe companies lack the infrastructure and human capital to properly manage the delivery of sensitive information
Some believe recent economic data prove the consumer will be wilting.
We're intrigued by this upcoming merger -- and it appears this hedge fund is, as well.
Since its IPO, Dr. Pepper Snapple performed better as a company than Coca-Cola or PepsiCo.
The defensive consumer nondurables sector is the new nifty fifty.
The effects will depend on where a company is in the food chain.

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The soybean producer's stock has proven to be a steady grower.
Investors will need to determine when to stop giving free passes.
As more people watch their pennies, these stocks should do well.

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