Simply put, everyone has a favorite drink. Combinations of tequila, whiskey, rum, gin, and bourbon make for fun and (un)forgettable nights. Whether you're a fan of cheap, fruit flavored vodka, or you prefer exquisitely aged cognac, few people actually know about the companies behind their favorite alcohol brands.
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Ronald McDonald Is Dying
It’s 3 a.m. and you’re “Ubering” home from a late night out with the bros. Your stomach rumbles in search of something greasy to satisfy your monstrous appetite. Lucky for you, there is a McDonald’s at the upcoming intersection. In your heart of hearts, you know that dollar-menu cheeseburger will make you happier than any one-night stand, but then you realize the satisfaction of the fatty burger isn’t worth a morning run.
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Buffett's $200,000 Stock
Just weeks ago, on August 14, Class A shares of American conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A) surpassed $200,000. Yes, you read that right, $200,000: making Berkshire Hathaway the single most expensive stock traded on U.S. markets. The current price of these Class A shares alone is impressive; however, when you consider that in 1967 the company traded at $33 per share, this milestone is downright insane.
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Buds, Barley, & Bills
There is no denying that Americans love beer, especially during warm summers. From barbeques to camping, beer is an indispensable component of most warm-weather activities. Thus, it should come as no surprise that two of the largest beer companies, Anheuser-Busch (BUD) and Molson Coors (TAP), are currently the driving force behind the recent success of the economy’s consumer goods sector.
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Dividends For Dummies
Entering the world of investing can seem like a daunting endeavor. With so many different stocks, bonds, ETFs, and mutual funds to choose from, how can one ever figure out where to start? For new investors, I believe the answer to this question is large, proven companies that pay dividends.
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