Potato Chips Market Size to Exceed USD 84 Bn by 2032 as Demand for Convenient Snacking Expands, Reports Mordor Intelligence

The global potato chips market is projected to grow from $59.67 billion in 2026 to $84.26 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 5.88%. Growth is driven by local manufacturing, individual packaging, and flavor innovation, though manufacturers face pressure from input cost volatility and labeling requirements. North America holds a 35.04% market share in 2026.

11/03/2026, 5:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Coca-Cola Is the Most Boring Stock I Own. After 64 Years of Dividend Raises, I'll Never Sell.

Despite being described as boring, Coca-Cola remains a compelling long-term investment due to its 64 consecutive years of dividend increases, capital-light business model, and proven resilience through economic downturns. The company's diversified beverage portfolio and strong free cash flow generation support its status as a Dividend King, making it suitable for investors seeking stable income without market volatility concerns.

11/02/2026, 2:45 PM • The Motley Fool

Novo Nordisk Trades at 10 Times Earnings While Buying Back Billions in Stock. Is This the Bottom?

Novo Nordisk's stock has declined 70% from its 2024 high, trading at a 10x P/E ratio compared to its 5-year average of 24x. Despite losing market share to Eli Lilly in GLP-1 weight-loss drugs due to supply issues and efficacy concerns, the company is shifting to a volume-driven model with a pill version of its drug and has initiated a $2.2 billion stock buyback. The article suggests this valuation may represent an opportunity for long-term investors, supported by a 4.6% dividend yield.

11/01/2026, 9:15 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Growth Stocks to Buy in November, Even if the Nasdaq-100 Enters a Correction

The Nasdaq-100 is more than halfway to correction territory (down from 31,360 to near 28,600), but this pullback presents buying opportunities for quality growth stocks. The article recommends three consumer growth stocks with strong fundamentals: e.l.f. Beauty (boosted by Rhode acquisition), Freshpet (steady household growth), and Celsius Holdings (recovery potential despite recent challenges).

11/01/2026, 7:15 AM • The Motley Fool

This Dividend Stock Yielding Quadruple the S&P 500 Looks Like a Buy Right Now

PepsiCo is highlighted as an attractive dividend stock with a 4.4% yield, more than quadruple the S&P 500's 1.1% yield. Despite recent challenges from health-conscious consumers, the company is growing revenue and consistently increasing its dividend payout. Trading at a forward P/E ratio of 15.5 (below its 5-year average of 20.3), PepsiCo appears undervalued and offers a compelling opportunity for income-focused investors.

11/01/2026, 5:43 AM • The Motley Fool

Anthropic IPO: Why There Could Be More Than One AI Winner

Anthropic's upcoming IPO in mid-November offers retail investors direct access to a pure-play AI company. Rather than viewing the AI market as winner-take-all, the article argues that with the global AI market projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2032, there is sufficient opportunity for both Anthropic and OpenAI to thrive as competitors, similar to how Coca-Cola and PepsiCo coexist in beverages, or Visa and Mastercard in payments.

10/31/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Celsius vs. Kimberly-Clark: Which Stock Matches Your Investing Style?

Celsius, a fast-growing energy drink company with 85.5% revenue growth in FY2025, offers high growth potential but carries risks from PepsiCo dependency and intense competition. Kimberly-Clark, a stable consumer goods giant with 92 consecutive years of dividends and a 4.64% yield, provides recession-resistant income but faces declining sales and raw material cost pressures. The choice depends on investor risk tolerance: growth-seekers may prefer Celsius, while income-focused investors should consider Kimberly-Clark's stability.

10/30/2026, 9:45 PM • The Motley Fool

Kraft Heinz vs. PepsiCo: Consumer Staples Stocks Don't Guarantee Steady Revenue Growth

A comparison of Kraft Heinz and PepsiCo reveals diverging revenue trends. PepsiCo demonstrates consistent year-over-year growth with seasonal patterns, while Kraft Heinz shows stagnant revenue with no upward momentum. The analysis highlights that consumer staples stocks don't guarantee steady revenue growth, with Kraft Heinz's Q1 2026 revenue flat compared to Q1 2025, signaling a red flag for investors.

10/30/2026, 4:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Monster Beverage vs. On Holding: Which Is the Better Growth Stock?

The article compares Monster Beverage and On Holding as growth stock investments. Monster Beverage leads with $8.3B in FY2025 revenue (10.7% growth) and a 23% net margin, benefiting from strong Coca-Cola distribution and daily consumer purchases. On Holding shows aggressive growth at $3.6B revenue (30% increase) but faces lower profitability due to heavy marketing reinvestment. The author recommends Monster Beverage as the better long-term investment, citing its more stable business model, easier customer retention, and superior 2026 performance (+17.8% vs. On Holding's -30.5%).

10/28/2026, 9:45 PM • The Motley Fool

PepsiCo Hasn't Been This Cheap Relative to Earnings in 6 Years. Here's Why That's the Signal to Buy.

PepsiCo's stock has fallen 20% since early 2024 and is trading at just 17x earnings, its lowest valuation in 6 years, due to struggles in its North American business where pricing increases have backfired and volume growth has stalled. Despite these challenges, the company's strong dividend yield of 4.3%, solid balance sheet, and activist investor involvement suggest the stock offers compelling value for long-term investors.

10/28/2026, 1:00 PM • The Motley Fool

Coca-Cola Organic Revenue Jumps 7% Despite Flat North America Volumes. Here’s What Investors Need to Know.

Coca-Cola reported strong Q3 2026 earnings with 7% organic revenue growth and 5% global volume increase, driven by international markets particularly Latin America and Asia Pacific. However, North American volume remained flat year-over-year, marking weakness in the company's home market. Despite this regional concern, the company expanded operating margins, raised full-year guidance for earnings growth to at least 11%, and increased free cash flow projections to $13 billion.

10/27/2026, 1:58 PM • The Motley Fool

3 Cheap Dividend Stocks I'd Buy Without Any Hesitation

The article highlights three undervalued dividend stocks trading at attractive valuations: Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY) offers a 4.2% yield with 94 years of dividend payments; Target (TGT) is recovering under new leadership with improving same-store sales and a 3% yield; and PepsiCo (PEP) presents a buying opportunity at 4.3% yield as it adapts to market conditions with accelerating organic revenue growth.

10/26/2026, 3:15 PM • The Motley Fool

How AGI Could Stir Up the Beverage Industry

Artificial general intelligence (AGI) could transform the beverage industry by automating complex tasks like supply chain planning, account management, and product development. The article evaluates how major beverage companies are positioned to benefit from AGI, with Anheuser-Busch InBev rated as best positioned due to its BEES platform serving 4 million retailers, while Diageo is identified as most vulnerable due to limited demonstrated AI progress and reliance on independent distributors.

10/26/2026, 12:27 PM • The Motley Fool

Up 35%, How Long Can Coca-Cola Continue Crushing the S&P 500?

Coca-Cola stock has surged 35% in 2026, its best year since 1996, significantly outperforming the S&P 500's 14% return. However, the article suggests the stock's momentum may face headwinds as PepsiCo emerges as a more attractive alternative, trading at a lower P/E ratio (17 vs. 29) and offering a higher dividend yield (4.2% vs. 2.2%), despite Coca-Cola's stronger recent revenue growth.

10/25/2026, 11:20 AM • The Motley Fool

Want Income for Life? PepsiCo Yields 4.3% and Has the Kind of Competitive Moat That Makes the Income Durable.

PepsiCo stock has fallen to a critical juncture, offering a 4.3% dividend yield well above market averages. As a Dividend King with 54 years of consecutive payout increases, the company has recently adapted its product lineup to address shifting consumer preferences toward healthier options. With revenue growth accelerating to 7% and net income up 47% in the first nine months of fiscal 2026, the stock's low P/E ratio of 17 presents a potential buying opportunity for income-focused investors.

10/24/2026, 5:55 AM • The Motley Fool