Investors could find themselves chasing a caffeine high going into year’s end as the tech sector’s strength looks to spread to other parts of the market. Undoubtedly, some coffee stocks seem overdue for a jolt as consumers look to get through the macro pressures that have hurt their purchasing power. Inflation appears to be on the road towards normalization, but don’t expect rates to free-fall just yet. In any case, it seems like market sentiment and anticipation of a “break” in rates could be enough to dri ...

Dutch Bros (BROS 2.27%) has a ton of potential as a growth stock. The company is expanding its sales footprint at a pace that makes it one of the fastest-expanding brands in the fast-food industry. Management plans to launch as many as 165 new locations in 2024, boosting the store base by 20%.There are major trade-offs to investing in a company that's this early in its growth story, though. It's an especially risky proposition in the restaurant industry, which is known for weak profit margins and high rates ...

If you enjoy getting your caffeine fix daily, you probably have heated opinions about who makes the best cup of joe. Starbucks (SBUX 0.73%) has been the king of coffee shops for decades at this point, but newcomer Dutch Bros (BROS 2.27%) is gaining in popularity as it sweeps across the country. They're both beloved brands, but which one is the better stock pick today? Let's see how they stack up against each other.High growth for Dutch Bros, but comps go to StarbucksStarbucks operates more than 38,000 store ...

Key PointsStarbucks offers a dividend with a current yield of 2.4% and is the most appropriate option for low to moderate risk equity investors.Consensus targets implying 33% upside for Dutch Bros suggest there are decent gains to be made over the next 12 months.Luckin Coffee is China's largest coffee chain operator with 13,000-plus locations and a tech-driven business model featuring cashier-less transactions and AI data analytics.5 stocks we like better than StarbucksFrom Amazon.com and Google Shopping to ...

After debuting on the public markets to strong gains at the end of 2021, Dutch Bros (BROS -2.17%) has seen its shares plummet. The stock had a volatile 2023, even though it ended up rising by 12% last year, a gain that underperformed the S&P 500.But it's always good to adopt a long-term approach when investing in the stock market. As we look out a decade from now, where could this up-and-coming coffee stock be?The best possible outcomeIt's not a surprise that investors are probably most drawn to this stock ...

Looking for a stock that has been consistently beating earnings estimates and might be well positioned to keep the streak alive in its next quarterly report? Dutch Bros (BROS) , which belongs to the Zacks Beverages - Soft drinks industry, could be a great candidate to consider.This drive-thru coffee chain operator and franchisor has seen a nice streak of beating earnings estimates, especially when looking at the previous two reports. The average surprise for the last two quarters was 92.86%.For the last rep ...

Retail sales climbed a very impressive seasonally adjusted 0.8% in December when compared to November. And retail sales jumped 5.6% in December year-over-year (YOY), coming in significantly above inflation which is running below 4%. Additionally, the University of Michigan’s index of consumer sentiment rose 21% YOY this month to 78.8. Moreover, the index’s gain in the last two months was the greatest advance over such a period in more than 30 years. So consumers’ confidence is clearly rapidly increasing, ca ...

The Zacks Beverages – Soft Drinks industry has been undergoing a transformative period, shaped by health-conscious choices, sustainability and the need for innovation. The industry participants are well-placed for market share growth over the long term through innovation, adaptability and a focus on consumer well-being. Accelerating digital investments toward e-commerce and direct-to-consumer channels bode well. Companies are expected to gain from the expansion into newer categories and adjacent categories, ...

Up-and-coming coffee chain Dutch Bros (BROS 1.95%) stormed into the public markets back in 2021, raising nearly half a billion dollars in its initial public offering (IPO) with a first-day closing price of $36.92 per share. But Dutch Bros shares have largely languished since then despite strong growth from its underlying business.If you're considering whether Dutch Bros stock might be worthy of a spot in your portfolio, here are three things you'll want to know.1. Dutch Bros' Rewards program is driving mass ...

Has anyone ever asked you to hand them a "Kleenex" instead of a tissue? It's incredible how some brands become so well known that their name often replaces the actual product they sell.In the case of coffee, it's almost a given that Starbucks is the first name that comes to mind. Whether or not you drink their coffee or eat their pastries, chances are that you walk or drive past several Starbucks locations each day.And while Starbucks might be the most recognized brand in craft coffee, consumers have no sho ...