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Company News for Sep 28, 2026

Companies In The News Are: COST, PPLI, MGM, AKAM, SCHL.

Coca-Cola hires Rob Gehring from Monster Energy to run its North American operations

Coca-Cola is trying to maintain growth as consumers face higher gas and grocery prices.

Nike’s stock is one of the worst in the S&P 500 — and BofA says it’s not done sliding

BofA analysts say they now expect falling sales through May, dashing prior hopes for a “spring inflection.”

Costco options flow analysis after earnings beat

The options market is sending a contrarian signal about oil prices

Also: How to use options around earnings to trade Nike’s stock, which has been down in the dumps for years.

Costco’s results beat expectations. Here’s why investors are still cautious.

Tariff refunds helped deliver a profit beat during Costco’s fourth quarter.

Costco tops estimates as discount gas, bulk deals draw inflation-weary shoppers

Why we like Starbucks’ latest turnaround move — plus, two more wins for Eli Lilly

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PepsiCo plans price hikes on some chips and sodas, Bloomberg News reports

Starbucks to shutter about 250 stores in latest round of cafe closures

Starbucks will close about 1% of its North American cafes in the latest stage of its turnaround.

McDonald's CEO expects high inflation, lackluster traffic are here to stay

McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski said that he expects that high inflation and flat traffic will continue to weigh on the restaurant industry.

Why McDonald's is following Walmart and Amazon into the advertising business

McDonald's is following the lead of Amazon and Walmart as it starts its own media network.

McDonald’s to create tiered loyalty program to lure repeat visitors

McDonald’s expects inflation to keep traffic flat, shares dip after $8.5 billion capex plan

McDonald’s is making a historic bet on chicken — and AI — to bring back customers

Investors aren’t sold on plans to introduce new McNugget flavors, and an analyst recently noted that McDonald’s has struggled to break through on chicken-related innovation.

Noteworthy Wednesday Option Activity: MMM, HUM, WMT

Among the underlying components of the S&P 500 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in 3M Co (Symbol: MMM), where a total of 13,301 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 1.3 million underlying shares.…

McDonald’s CEO says low traffic and high inflation are here to stay

McDonald's Unveils $8.5B Plan To Accelerate Restaurant Improvements

Stocks making the biggest moves midday: McDonald's, Cracker Barrel, Alibaba, Worthington & more

These are some of the stocks posting the largest moves midday.

McDonald's stock falls as it unveils plan to spend big on restaurant upgrades

The plans are part of the fast-food giant's new growth strategy, called McDonald's > NEXT.

McDonald’s Unveils NewAI Operating System

Procter & Gamble Company (PG) Shares Cross Above 200 DMA

In trading on Tuesday, shares of Procter & Gamble Company (Symbol: PG) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $147.46, changing hands as high as $147.99 per share. Procter & Gamble Company shares are currently trading up about…

Costco Expands Into Medicare Coverage? 3-State Rollout in the Works

McDonald's has 1 shot to turn around its dreadful year

Takeaways for banks from Walmart's about-face on Apple and Google wallets

Soccer superstar Kylian Mbappé on ending 20-year journey with Nike: 'It was time to change'

Soccer Champion Kylian Mbappé said he was ready for "change" after ending his association with Nike and entering a deal with Swiss sportswear brand On.

Snoopy cups at Starbucks and McDonald’s SpongeBob toys are commanding huge markups on eBay

Adults are scooping up promotional items out of nostalgia — and playing into a frenzy around collectibles .

Like Costco, Walmart will sell Medicare Advantage plans

Walmart will sell Medicare Advantage plans as part of a new partnership with a nonprofit health insurer.

Mbappe leaves Nike, signs with On as Swiss sportswear maker forays into soccer

Nike parts ways with Kylian Mbappé; soccer superstar signs with On

Mbappe had been signed with Nike for roughly two decades, and his agreement with On is the first it has made with a soccer player.

McDonald's is the new 'Value Meal,' says trader Mike Khouw

McDonald's announced this week that it is revising its U.S. value strategy after recording its slowest sales growth in more than a year.

Nike lost its blue-chip badge but not its swagger

Coca-Cola Bets $10 Billion on U.S. Infrastructure to Drive Growth

1 Incredible Reason to Buy Costco Stock Before It Reports Earnings on Sept. 24.

Daily Dividend Report: PCAR,ABT,TXN,MCD,CL

PACCAR's Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of thirty-five cents per share, payable on December 2, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on November 11, 2026. The board of directors of…

Darden Restaurants, Costco In Earnings Spotlight, Along With This IT Distributor

On signs Mbappé as it preps entry into soccer

The superstar, who signed with Nike as a child, will help the Swiss sneaker brand do battle in a sport dominated by Nike and Adidas.

Soccer Star Mbappé Chooses On Holding Over Nike. What It Means for the Sportswear Stocks.

Starbucks settles Florida lawsuit claiming diversity policies were illegal

Amazon’s secret weapon against Walmart could be a massive blitz in same-day delivery

BofA analysts say Amazon’s reported plans to expand same-day fulfillment centers represent an effort to make basic goods “immediately accessible.”

Is Costco Stock Too Expensive Now?

Lululemon (LULU) Cuts its Outlook Again Just as a New CEO Walks through the Door

Jordan Brand debuts training equipment line

The brand is releasing a line of strength training products inspired by Michael Jordan, even as Nike says it is overindexed with its classic footwear franchises.

Nike eyes innovation with LVMH board pick

Alexandre Arnault, deputy CEO of Moët Hennessy, has “a reputation for helping iconic global brands evolve, innovate and grow,” Executive Chairman Mark Parker said.

Like Costco, Walmart will sell Medicare Advantage plans

Walmart will sell Medicare Advantage plans as part of a new partnership with a nonprofit health insurer.

Starbucks (SBUX) Wins Big in Court, but One Finding Still Sticks

Fed delivers its first hike in 3 years. Plus, what's moving Starbucks and GE Vernova

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Noteworthy Wednesday Option Activity: COST, FDXF, GOOGL

Looking at options trading activity among components of the S&P 500 index, there is noteworthy activity today in Costco Wholesale Corp (Symbol: COST), where a total volume of 18,631 contracts has been traded thus far today, a contract…

Nike stock outlook: trading at 12-year lows with turnaround unlikely before 2027

Starbucks considers selling majority stake in its Japan business: Reuters

Starbucks may sell a majority stake of its Japan business, their biggest overseas company-operated market, in a deal worth around $3 billion, sources say.

Costco expands Uber Eats delivery partnership to 47 states

Uber and Costco announced an expansion of a partnership where Costco members can order delivery from the store on Uber Eats to 47 states, up from 17.

Starbucks stock outlook: premium valuation meets a turnaround still in progress

Old Navy’s new subbrand is a big bet on activewear

The category has long been a strength at Gap Inc.’s value banner, and giving the assortment its own brand identity could propel that further.

The Oil Crisis Has Reached Costco’s Motor Oil Aisle

Nike co-founder Phil Knight to donate $1.1 billion to Oregon medical center

The gift to Providence St. Vincent Medical Center will support the creation of an all-women’s hospital as well as advance cardiovascular care across Oregon.

How a Costco partner's bankruptcy could benefit its biggest rival

‘They Don’t Call It an Extra Value Meal for Nothing’: McDonald’s Pitches $8 Big Macs as Diesel Hits $6.23

Lululemon’s (LULU) Brand Problems Force Another Steep Guidance Downgrade

Notable Friday Option Activity: C, PWR, MCD

Among the underlying components of the S&P 500 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Citigroup Inc (Symbol: C), where a total of 35,464 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 3.5 million underlying…

Consumer staples outlook: PepsiCo leads on valuation despite weak technicals