2 Under-the-Radar Consumer Staples Stocks With Big Dividends

Core Insights - During volatile markets, investors are increasingly turning to the consumer staples sector for stability, prioritizing essential products like food and hygiene items [1] - Familiar household brands play a significant role in consumer choices during uncertain times, providing a sense of comfort [1] Company Analysis: Edgewell Personal Care - Edgewell Personal Care's stock is currently priced at $30.13, with a 52-week range of $26.65 to $41.50 and a dividend yield of 1.99% [3] - The company reported fiscal Q1 2025 earnings with an EPS of $0.07, missing analyst estimates by $0.05, and revenues decreased by 2.1% year-over-year to $478.4 million, below the consensus estimate of $480.11 million [6] - Organic net sales fell by 1.3%, while international sales grew by 2% year-over-year, driven by gains in Wet Shave and Sun and Skincare categories [7] - A weaker U.S. dollar could potentially increase Edgewell's annual revenue by $40–$50 million, as 20% of its revenue comes from international sales [9][10] - The company has a strong private label business and holds over 2,000 global patents, with a 91% distribution of the top 50 global private-label shave retailers [4] Company Analysis: Kenvue - Kenvue, spun off from Johnson & Johnson in 2023, is known for major brands like Tylenol and Band-Aid, and its stock is currently priced at $22.70 with a dividend yield of 3.61% [11][14] - Kenvue's Q4 2024 earnings report showed an EPS of $0.26, in line with estimates, but revenues fell by 0.1% year-over-year to $3.55 billion, missing the consensus of $3.76 billion [15] - The company anticipates organic sales growth of 2% to 4% for 2025, despite a 3% headwind from foreign currency translation [19] - Kenvue is facing pressure from activist investors, which could lead to a breakup or acquisition, adding another layer of potential growth [20]