Friday, September 7, 2012

Investopedia: Is Fresh Pork Eclipsing The Value Of Smithfield's Packaged Foods?

On more than one occasion I've written of my preference for companies that serve the processed/packaged food space in favor of those that sell commoditized fresh/frozen products. That's certainly true in the protein sector, where I much prefer the prospects of a company like Hormel (NYSE:HRL) to those of Tyson (NYSE:TSN). However, Smithfield (NYSE:SFD) is a curious case. Although it is one of the many ways traders can invest in everyday products, this company has both a sizable fresh and packaged meats business.

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http://www.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2012/Is-Fresh-Pork-Eclipsing-The-Value-Of-Smithfields-Packaged-Foods-SFD-HRL-TSN-HSH0907.aspx

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