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May 14, 2008
The Protein Tipping Point
Analysis of: USDA Weekly Hog and Cattle Slaughter | www.ams.usda.gov
Author: David Maloni, Principal, American Restaurant Association Inc.
The protein industry appears to be accelerating their plans to curb forthcoming supplies due to the inflated feed costs.
May 12, 2008
McDonald's is positioned perfectly
Analysis of: McDonald's U.S. Sales Rebound | online.wsj.com
Author: Rick Kowalski, Chief Operating Officer, It's A Grind Coffee Franchise LLC
- The economy is working in favor of McDonalds. - Recent menu additions (coffee) are adding to average check.
May 12, 2008
Whole Foods Eyes More UK Expansion--While Pittsburgh and Marin County Say MORE PLEASE
Analysis of: Still no expansion in store for Whole Foods after 6 years | www.post-gazette.com
Author: Matthew Levine, Chief Executive Officer, Natural Business News
As reported in market research firm IGD's Retail Analysis, Whole Foods is set to sign leases for another London Store in the Canary Wharf area as well as a location in Birmingham.  Manchester is reportedly also on the radar.  Yet here at home as the chain integrates its new Wild Oats stores...
May 9, 2008
Candy Land Tremors While Giants Dance
Analysis of: Mars to Buy Wrigley’s for $23 Billion | www.nytimes.com
Author: Kantha Shelke, Founder & Scientist, Corvus Blue
The recent Mars Wrigley courtship is sending veritable tremors ripple across candy land.  Cadbury’s and Hershey’s have to quickly figure out their response to the changing topography.  The more agile mid-market sector will find opportunities to advance their businesses while the smaller and...
May 9, 2008
Restaurant Margins Hammered
Analysis of: Restaurants Feel Sting Of Surging Costs, Debt | online.wsj.com
Author: Rick Kowalski, Chief Operating Officer, It's A Grind Coffee Franchise LLC
- Commodity prices are rising and distribution costs are up. - Consumers are not willing to accept menu price increases.
May 1, 2008
Are Organic Foods Recession Proof?
Analysis of: US Growers Should Prevent Food Recession | www.thepacker.com
Author: Kantha Shelke, Founder & Scientist, Corvus Blue
Consumers, companies and investors in the organic sector are concerned about the impact of price increases and the economy.  While companies acknowledge the price increase is eroding their profit margins, they also realize that their consumer base is relatively affluent and strong principle-based...
May 1, 2008
Is Candy Recession Proof?
Analysis of: Sweet Deal: Mars and Wrigley Merge | www.brandweek.com
Author: Kantha Shelke, Founder & Scientist, Corvus Blue
Is Candy Recession Proof?   Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. Executive Chairman Bill Wrigley Jr., and Mars Inc. CEO Paul Michaels, bolstered by Warren Buffet, the Oracle of Omaha, certainly think so.  The two confectionary powerhouses are betting consumers will buy candy and lots of it during down...
Rick SheaApril 28, 2008
Organic and Natural Food Growth Stalls with Increased Commodity Costs
Analysis of: Naturally,Super Valu Customers Want More Options | www.forbes.com
Author: Rick Shea, President, Shea Marketing Consulting Inc.
Increasing commodity costs are having a negative impact to the growth of organic and natural foods.As commodities increase consumers are being more selective and price sensitive in their grocery shopping.This trend does not bode well for retailers like Whole Foods (WFMI) and the manufacturers that...
Rick SheaApril 24, 2008
Apple's Superior Brand Strategy Leads to Strong Results
Analysis of: Apple's 2Q Results Beat Wall Street Views | biz.yahoo.com
Author: Rick Shea, President, Shea Marketing Consulting Inc.
Apple once again delivered very strong results in the face of hesitant consumers under recessionary pressures.Total revenue growth for the latest quarter was +36% led by the Mac brand in personal computers at +51%.The MP3 segment led by the I Pod brand delivered growth of +1% while the I-Phone...
April 10, 2008
U.S. Corn Acres needed, but Yield is most important!!
Analysis of: Corn Acres Adjustments | online.wsj.com
Author: Brian Stevenson, Principle, B. Stevenson Associates
1.  Prospective corn planted acres by USDA are at 86 million2.  If realized, expected harvested acres are 79 million3.  Usage of Corn continues to rise with Ethanol production plus emerging middle class diet improvement in South/East Asia4. In the end, Yields will be the most important...

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