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McDonald's needs kids more than today's kids need McDonald's. Perhaps no one knows that better than CEO Don Thompson, who was grilled by a 9-year-old at the annual meeting.
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The producer of Monster Energy will no longer be required to tell federal regulators about reports potentially linking its products to deaths and injuries. The NYT reports.
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The operator of the U.K.'s third-biggest supermarket chain J Sainsbury, beat expectations on Tuesday with quarterly like-for-like sales (excluding fuel) rising by 3.6 percent. Analysts polled by Reuters had expected a rise of just 2.3 percent.
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"I like the fact that Hain and Annie's are both many points away from their own highs," says Mad Money host Jim Cramer. Cramer breaks down which health food play is a stronger bet.
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TAMPA, Fla., March 18, 2013-- World of Beer a thriving beer-centric tavern boasting an extensive collection of brews from around the globe, will expand into Cleveland, Ohio at 14701 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood on Tuesday, March 19th. "We're excited to be in Lakewood," said co-owner Darren Greene. "
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CHARLESTON, S.C., March 18, 2013-- F&J Beverage Company LLC founders John Glenn and Joe Good are proud to announce the addition of their Fat& Juicy Margarita Mix. Fat& Juicy Beverage Company debuted the margarita mix at the 2013 Charleston Wine+ Food Festival and has seen rapid expansion into its retailers nationwide.
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Buffalo Wild Wings pours more draft beer than any restaurant in the country and has worked to maximize its beer strategy to boost the bottom line.
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St. Patrick's Day falls on a weekend for the second year in a row, giving Irish bars an opportunity to reel in more customers.
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The New Mexico company, Valley Meat, drew complaints over a two-year period from federal inspectors and state regulators over its disposal of remains when it processed cattle for beef. The New York Times reports.
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Improved weather is projected to result in a successful growing year, which could reduce the pressure on grain, livestock feed and consumer prices.
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Pulitzer Prize winning investigative reporter at The New York Times Michael Moss is the author of "Salt Sugar Fat." Moss weighs in on Mayor Bloomberg's attempt to ban sodas larger than 16 ounces in New York.
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The FMHR traders debate how to play Yum! Brands after the company's China sales fell less-than-expected; and Steve Grasso of Stuart Frankel offers his opinion on whether Merck has more upside ahead.
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Yum! Brands is bouncing back from a food safety scare in China, with the "Squawk on the Street" crew. "I think this is the beginning of a good streak of numbers," says Jim Cramer.
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Cramer thinks Yum! Brands is the victim of an undue negative bias from Wall Street and says the stock will head higher.
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Retailer Costco Wholesale posted a 39 percent increase in quarterly profit, beating expectations, on increasing sales, membership fees and a tax benefit related to a special cash dividend.
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Six things that have consumers buzzing in the world of beer, wine and spirits this week, including craft beer in big bottles, Heineken revamps its iconic green bottle and the top-selling craft brands at supermarkets in 2012.
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*Europe bans sale of new cosmetics tested on animals. BRUSSELS, March 11- The European Union wants to persuade countries such as the United States and China to adopt its ban on the sale of new cosmetics tested on animals that came into force on Monday.
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*Shiseido shares surge 7.3 pct to 10- mth high. TOKYO, March 11- The president of Shiseido Co Ltd will resign and be replaced by the company's chairman after a two-year stint that saw profits suffer, the Japanese cosmetics maker said on Monday.
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Patients allergic to gluten used to be the only ones to avoid it. But the gluten backlash is growing and so is the market for gluten-free products.
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ELKTON, Md., March 8, 2013-- The pursuit of maximizing patient safety through an investment in state-of-the-art technology is the major reason why Union Hospital of Cecil County, Elkton, MD chose to install an automated carousel and inventory management software system from Pharmovative LLC, an innovative provider of pharmacy automation solutions. Union Hospital of Cecil County is installing Pharmovative's PharMax™ inventory management software and automated vertical carousel to help optimize pharmacy operations.
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Starbucks said Thursday that it doesn't plan to change its offerings ahead of New York City's ban on large, sugary drinks that is scheduled to go into effect March 12.
Consumer Nation
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Lowe's and Target are just two of the big retailers reporting results this week.
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Despite the selloff of Best Buy shares Tuesday, there are early positive signs the turnaround efforts are working.
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To the creative, go the spoils. Hoping to boost sales, restaurants are launching a slew of innovative items.