Key Takeaways The sector is down 1.7% this year, yet five stocks are highlighted for potential 2026 performance.PEP, MNST, LW, UNFI and OLLI are supported by strategic initiatives, demand trends and operational gains.All five companies show improving earnings estimates, pointing to strengthening outlooks for next year.Wall Street has maintained its impressive run seen over the last two years in 2025 as well. However, the consumer staples sector has failed to participate in this year’s rally. Year to date, t ...