Value investing has created more billionaires than any other strategy, like Warren Buffett, who built his fortune by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices.
But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.
Consumer staples stocks are solid insurance policies in frothy markets ripe for corrections. But recently, the industry has failed to do its job as it shed 14% over the past six months. This drawdown was worse than the S&P 500’s 6.2% fall.
Companies with more cash than debt can be financially resilient, but that doesn’t mean they’re all strong investments.
Some lack leverage because they struggle to grow or generate consistent profits, making them unattractive borrowers.
Companies with more cash than debt can be financially resilient, but that doesn’t mean they’re all strong investments.
Some lack leverage because they struggle to grow or generate consistent profits, making them unattractive borrowers.
A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance.
Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.
A company with profits isn’t always a great investment.
Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.
Value investing has created more billionaires than any other strategy, like Warren Buffett, who built his fortune by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices.
But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) and the best and worst performers in the perishable food industry.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how perishable food stocks fared in Q4, starting with Calavo (NASDAQ:CVGW).
Fresh produce company Calavo Growers (NASDAQ:CVGW) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2024, but sales rose 21% year on year to $154.4 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.33 per share was 13.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Calavo currently trades at $22.51 per share and has shown little upside over the past six months, posting a small loss of 3.8%. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 5.1% gain during that period.
Donald Trump placing tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico could impact multiple sectors. A look at the areas where Americans could see higher prices soon.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) and the rest of the perishable food stocks fared in Q3.
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Freshpet (NASDAQ:FRPT) and the best and worst performers in the perishable food industry.
