A surge of competitively priced Chinese electric vehicles and consumer goods is rapidly transforming Latin American markets, forcing governments from Mexico to Brazil to enact new tariffs and trade defenses to shield domestic industries from the influx.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce parcels, flood Latin American markets, governments are walking a tightrope between protecting domestic industries and satisfying consumer demand for affordable goods, all while navigating deepening economic ties with Beijing.
The consumer goods giant reports resilient Q4 2025 results, beating expectations despite market headwinds, and unveils a comprehensive new strategy focused on omnichannel demand, premiumization, and AI-driven efficiency to drive growth through 2030.
While consumer staples are traditionally seen as safe havens, recent underperformance against the broader market has spotlighted companies with weakening fundamentals. We examine three household names where valuation and growth concerns suggest caution is warranted.
The global payments giant reported a 15% surge in net revenue and processed a record 69.4 billion transactions in its fiscal first quarter, signaling resilient consumer confidence and a rebound from previous quarters.
UK retail property specialist NewRiver REIT signals a resilient operational performance in its third quarter, driven by sustained consumer spending and strategic capital recycling, while navigating business rate changes.
While the consumer staples sector has lagged the broader market rally, select companies continue to demonstrate defensive strength and growth potential. We analyze one standout and two stocks facing significant headwinds.
Amid a volatile economic backdrop, consumer discretionary stocks are lagging the broader market. We examine three companies—Columbia Sportswear, Movado, and iHeartMedia—whose business models and valuations make them vulnerable in the current climate.
As gold prices soar past $5,400 an ounce before a sharp pullback, a global rush is underway. From Parisian boutiques to Main Street dealers, consumers are capitalizing on heirlooms or diving into the market, driven by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty.
Historical data reveals a counterintuitive trend: periods of extreme pessimism in consumer sentiment have often preceded strong stock market gains, aligning with Warren Buffett's famed contrarian advice.
After a brutal 2025, fast-casual restaurant stocks are rallying sharply in early 2026. Analysts debate whether this marks a genuine recovery or a temporary bounce, as consumers pivot towards grocery and convenience store meals, forcing a reckoning on value and quality.
Visa's fiscal first-quarter earnings surpassed expectations, driven by robust cross-border transactions and a surge in high-margin digital services. The payments giant signals confidence in sustained consumer resilience despite some moderation in U.S. debit volumes.
Lumen Technologies pivots decisively toward the enterprise sector, achieving a pioneering AI management certification while divesting its remaining consumer fiber assets to AT&T, signaling a strategic consolidation around business and government services.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce goods, reshape Latin American markets, governments and industries grapple with the dual pressures of affordable consumer goods and strained local manufacturing, forcing a delicate recalibration of trade policies and regional alliances.
A deep dive into the conflicting signals from Church & Dwight's stock valuation. While a discounted cash flow model suggests a significant discount, its premium P/E ratio tells a different story, leaving investors to weigh pricing power against market expectations.
Panera Bread is closing its Franklin, Mass., bakery facility next month, resulting in 92 layoffs, as the chain transitions from fresh dough to a centralized parbaking system for its breads and pastries.
Shares of consumer goods giant Church & Dwight (CHD) climbed nearly 5% following the release of strong annual results and an optimistic sales forecast, coupled with its 30th consecutive annual dividend increase.
Bank of America has revised its price target for consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark downward, citing sector-wide valuation pressures, even as the company reports resilient earnings and advances its transformation into a broader health and wellness player.
The collapse of Big Rock Sports, a major behind-the-scenes distributor for hunting and fishing retailers, marks another casualty in the sporting goods sector's struggle against e-commerce dominance and shifting consumer habits.
An unexpected jump in the Producer Price Index for December underscores the stubborn nature of inflation, with rising wholesale costs threatening to ripple through the economy and sustain higher prices for households.
