McDonald’s and Starbucks stocks are on the mend since going public. The shares of the two largest American franchises are beating major averages by a big margin, as the two companies deliver what Wall Street is always looking for, defying critiques: strong growth on the top and bottom line. “Revenue, and EPS upside and a
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We buy real estate investment trusts (REITs) for their yields first and foremost. Show us the money! Dividend growth is good, too. A 4% yield looks twice as nice if we believe our income will double in just a few years. After all, a 4% payer that boosts its dividend by 10% won’t yield 4.4%
Beyond Meat, the food company that manufactures, markets, and sells plant-based meat products, is changing the image of Dunkin’ Brands from a donut to a “vegan” company. For years, Dunkin’ Donuts—the Mass.-based franchise — was known for its donut collection; and the coffee that makes a nice addition at breakfast time. That was back in
When it comes to playing defense, most fund managers’ hands are tied. Getty After a 10-year bull market, it’s easy to forget how bad things can get. Not long ago, between 2000 and 2010, the S&P 500 lost 5.7% a year. The current bull market is already the longest on record. With Brexit, a trade
Money growth Saving money. (Photo by / Getty) Getty From retired investors needing to meet living expenses to conservative stockholders who simply wanting a consistent income stream, many investors are attracted to monthly dividend payments. Ned Piplovic, a contributor to MoneyShow.com and the editor of DividendInvestor, highlights four-favorite investment offering monthly payments. Sabine Royalty Trust