The Original Soupman

A recent article in USA Today by Bruce Horovitz, "What's behind the food stock frenzy" focused on the heavy takeover activity in the food sector. Horovitz noted that companies in the sector must buy or be bought, explaining: "Perhaps that's why even giant Tyson Foods got into the melee...

There is no underestimating the long term appeal of stocks with established brands. In a famous quote, legendary investor Warren Buffett has stated that the brand leadership of Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) could not be taken away for $100 billion. There are many small caps stocks with big name appeal...

Believe it or not, Spam, the legendary product of Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL), is a delicacy in Asia. It is also served at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, a chain in the United States that features grilled spam in the Saimin dish. Spam has been very good to the shareholders of Hormel Foods, as it is up...