These stocks have juicy payouts that are long-lasting and rising.
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The health benefits company is acquiring Amerigroup, and the aluminum giant kicks off Q2 earnings season.
Flavored carbonated drinks are so popular that they may outsell colas in the US by 2015.
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The beverage distributor has added $3 billion to its investment in the country.
The dollar's appreciation is not necessarily good for US companies.
The food and beverage company has the ability to test and roll out products designed to appeal to local tastes and at low prices.
With declining soft drink consumption, the companies are promoting lower-sugar alternatives.
New York City and other anti-obesity forces are talking about taxing and regulating soft drink sales. Should investors be worried?
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