Income investors can adopt a specific strategy recommended by Morningstar to enhance their investment performance by 2026, focusing on dividend-paying stocks and balanced portfolios.
Bandai Namco is selling Limbic Entertainment to a private investor to focus on its strongest content areas, with the studio continuing its operations and leadership under its new owner, maintaining its name and identity.
Building a dividend portfolio from scratch involves focusing on quality, sustainable dividend growers rather than high-yield, high-risk options. Starting with ETFs can provide balanced exposure, and adding well-researched individual stocks can enhance growth, income, and reduce risk. The strategy emphasizes long-term stability and diversification, making it suitable for investors seeking consistent returns.
PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta stated that the company has experienced minimal impact on its business from weight loss and diabetes drugs, such as semaglutide. However, the company is closely monitoring the growth of these drugs and their potential impact on consumer habits. Analysts have warned that the long-term adoption of these drugs could significantly alter consumption habits, prompting food companies to prepare for potential changes. PepsiCo has been adjusting its portfolio to offer healthier options and smaller sizes, which could help mitigate the impact of obesity drugs. The company has seen success with reduced sizes and price increases, which have boosted its bottom line. PepsiCo plans to adapt its product offerings to changing tastes and consumer preferences.