McDonald's vs. Monster Beverage: One Is Growing Nearly 3 Times Faster. Which Is the Better Buy for 2027?

Monster Beverage is growing revenue at nearly triple McDonald's rate with 10.7% growth and a debt-free balance sheet, but trades at a premium 39.4x forward earnings. McDonald's generates substantial free cash flow through its franchise model and trades at a more attractive 21.8x forward earnings multiple. For 2027, McDonald's is recommended as the better buy given economic uncertainty and its superior valuation despite slower growth.

11/12/2026, 5:45 AM • The Motley Fool

These 5 Dividend Aristocrats® Have Raised Payouts for Decades

Five Dividend King stocks—Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, PepsiCo, and Colgate-Palmolive—have each increased dividends for at least 50 consecutive years. These recession-resistant companies from consumer staples and healthcare sectors offer reliable income streams and resilience during market volatility, making them attractive for investors seeking stability.

11/11/2026, 8:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Costco Just Declared a $30 Special Dividend. Is It Reason Enough to Buy the Stock Before Nov. 24?

Costco announced a $30-per-share special dividend (its largest ever at $13.3 billion total) payable December 4 to shareholders of record by November 24. While the company's fundamentals are strong and it has a track record of special dividends, the stock trades at a premium 51.4 P/E ratio, making it expensive compared to peers. The author suggests investors should only buy if they believe in long-term ownership, not purely for the dividend.

11/11/2026, 3:47 PM • The Motley Fool

Beverage Market Size to Expand to $2.78 Trillion by 2032 as Nonalcoholic Drinks Gain Ground - Mordor Intelligence

The global beverage market is projected to grow from $2.03 trillion in 2026 to $2.78 trillion by 2032, registering a 5.35% CAGR. Growth is driven by convenience, functional demand, and premium consumption, though sugar levies and volatile sweetener costs constrain pricing flexibility. Asia-Pacific leads regional growth at 5.65%.

11/11/2026, 1:30 PM • GlobeNewswire

Stock Market Sell-Off: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in November

With the S&P 500 down 3.1% in early November amid concerns about AI stocks and interest rates, the article recommends five stocks with durable business models: Berkshire Hathaway, Costco Wholesale, Walmart, Coca-Cola, and Monster Beverage. These companies are positioned to weather market uncertainty better than speculative stocks.

11/11/2026, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

My Forever Portfolio: 4 Spectacular Stocks You Can Buy Now and Never Sell

The article discusses a long-term investment strategy for building a 'forever portfolio' with stocks suitable for buy-and-hold investors. It emphasizes the importance of adopting a different mindset when investing for longer time horizons, though the specific stock recommendations are behind a paywall.

11/11/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

The Buffett Indicator Is Flashing Red. These 3 Dividend Stocks Could Be Safe Havens.

With the Buffett Indicator at 281% (signaling potential market overvaluation), the article recommends three Dividend King stocks as defensive investments: Target, Johnson & Johnson, and Coca-Cola. All three offer reliable dividend growth, strong financial fundamentals, and historical resilience, making them suitable safe havens during potential market downturns.

11/10/2026, 4:02 AM • The Motley Fool

Registration Opens for Brand Licensing Expo 2027 as World's Leading Licensing Event Debuts New Identity

Brand Licensing Expo (formerly Licensing Expo) opens registration for its 2027 event scheduled for May 25-27 in Las Vegas, featuring 265+ confirmed exhibitors. The event rebrands to better reflect the global licensing industry's growth and introduces enhanced networking, education tracks, and ticketing options. The global licensing industry reached $389.8 billion, with major brands like Netflix, Sony, Nintendo, Mattel, and LEGO participating.

11/10/2026, 3:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

General Mills Has Paid Uninterrupted Dividends for 127 Years. Here's the Yearly Payout on $5,000.

General Mills offers an attractive 6.8% dividend yield with 127 years of uninterrupted payouts, translating to roughly $334 annually on a $5,000 investment. However, the stock has declined 21% in 2026 due to slowing sales and the company's struggle to adapt to changing consumer preferences toward healthier options. The author recommends avoiding General Mills in favor of alternatives like Kimberly-Clark, Procter & Gamble, or Coca-Cola that offer both reliable dividends and better growth potential.

11/09/2026, 10:45 AM • The Motley Fool

Could Kraft Heinz's Latest Move Be a Sign That a Dividend Cut Is Around the Corner?

Kraft Heinz is selling its North American coffee business to One Rock Capital Partners for $500 million in net proceeds to pay down debt. The move signals financial strain, as the company's earnings have declined and its dividend payout ratio is high relative to earnings. With diluted per-share profit of $0.46 last quarter versus a quarterly dividend of $0.40, there is minimal buffer, raising concerns about the sustainability of the dividend and the possibility of a future dividend cut.

11/09/2026, 7:49 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in November for a Lifetime of Passive Income

The article recommends three dividend stocks for passive income: Coca-Cola (64 years of consecutive dividend increases, 2.2% yield), Lowe's (25+ years of increases, 2.2% yield, positioned for housing market recovery), and Procter & Gamble (70 years of consecutive increases, 2.6% yield). All three companies have strong competitive advantages and durable business models that support consistent dividend growth.

11/09/2026, 6:25 AM • The Motley Fool

If a Recession Hits in 2027, This Is the Dividend Stock I Want to Own

With recession risks growing, the author recommends PepsiCo as a defensive dividend stock for portfolio protection. Despite underperforming Coca-Cola recently due to inflation pressures, PepsiCo offers a superior 4.2% dividend yield versus Coca-Cola's 2.2%, backed by 54 years of uninterrupted dividend growth and a history of resilience during economic downturns.

11/09/2026, 5:33 AM • The Motley Fool

Coca-Cola Stock Keeps Setting Records. I'm Still Not Buying It.

Coca-Cola stock has surged 37% in 2026 to record highs near $96, but the author argues the gains far outpace earnings growth. While the company raised its 2026 earnings forecast by only 3% since February, the stock has risen 25% in that period. Trading at 29x forward earnings—the highest valuation in five years—the author believes the stock is overvalued and would only consider buying at around $80, representing a 17% discount.

11/09/2026, 4:23 AM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: A Stock Market Crash Is Coming. Here's What Dividend Investors Should Do Based on Warren Buffett's Advice

With the S&P 500's CAPE ratio above 41 (a level seen only before the dot-com bust) and the market experiencing its worst day since April 2025, the article warns that a stock market crash is inevitable. Following Warren Buffett's advice to 'be fearful when others are greedy,' dividend investors should avoid paying premium prices for income stocks, create shopping lists with target prices, and accumulate cash by pausing dividend reinvestment to be ready to buy when prices fall.

11/08/2026, 9:30 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Stocks Down 25% and 50% to Buy Now and Hold for the Next Decade.

PepsiCo and Hormel Foods, both Dividend Kings with 50+ years of consecutive dividend increases, have fallen 25% and 50% respectively from their five-year highs due to industry headwinds including inflation and shifting consumer preferences toward healthier products. Despite current challenges, both companies offer attractive yields (4.1% and 5.1%) and strong historical track records, making them potentially attractive long-term buys for income-focused investors.

11/07/2026, 5:15 PM • The Motley Fool