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Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a plant-based feast that tastes just as good as the REAL thing
Everyone's gearing up for Fourth of July celebrations! Whether you're cooking for your family or you're entertaining a crowd, you can't top Beyond Meat for its delicious and nutritious offerings. Known for its plant-based takes on animal meat, from the famed Beyond Burger to other favorites like Beyond Steak and Beyond Chicken Pieces. Everything is packed with protein and insanely good, with perfect texture and just the right flavor blend to make any dish come to life in an unforgettable way. Did someone say delicious? Beyond Burgers are juicy, delectable, and filling — and they make a great addition to any Fourth of July celebration Even if you're a meat lover, you may just be swayed by the brand's amazing selection of flavorful and healthy options. Everything is incredibly versatile, perfect for stacking up burgers, dressing up salads, or adding some protein to an entree. If you're new to the brand, Beyond Burger is a great introduction. Recently reformulated, it contains a whopping 21 grams of protein per serving and 2 grams of saturated fat per serving. That's significant if you're a meat eater watching what you eat, as the fat content is a massive 75 percent less than standard 80/20 ground beef. It only gets better as you browse the ingredient list, which includes avocado oil — and has absolutely no coconut or canola oil anymore. Don't be afraid to mix things up with Beyond Burger. It's a must for a basic plant-based cheeseburger, of course, but you can also load it with creative topping combinations to keep it interesting. There are so many options to make your 4th festivities memorable, like basil, tomato, and mozzarella for caprese vibes, or spicy pickles, salsa, and hot pepper cheese for fiery flavor. Beyond Steak is just as much a highlight, enriched with 21 grams of protein and only 1 gram of fat. It's a huge fan favorite, too, as it's one of the leading plant-based meat products out there. It tastes like the real deal, but is clean and healthy by comparison. If you're all about the light bites, Beyond Chicken Pieces will fit nicely into your celebrations. The new addition to the Beyond lineup is exactly what you need to get at least 21 grams of protein (with an exceptional 0.5 grams of saturated fat). Toss them into a salad or stir them into a pasta to take your dish in a heartier and even tastier direction. The bottom line? You have to taste Beyond to believe it! It's truly... well, beyond your wildest foodie dreams, and trust us — you will love it from first bite.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
£10,000 invested in the US stock market 5 years ago could now be worth…
The stock market's one of the most powerful wealth-building tools in modern society. It can occasionally turn into a rollercoaster ride in the short term with stories of stock crashes and volatility. But when compounding is left to work its magic over the long run, patient investors can find themselves immensely rewarded. Even in the last five years, US stocks have been a terrific place to park some capital despite all the chaos caused by inflation and interest rates. So how much money have investors made since the post-peak-pandemic summer of 2020? Let's say it's June 2020, and an investor has £10,000 sat in a savings account and decide to put it into a low-cost S&P 500 index tracker fund. Initially, things start off quite well, climbing by over 60% by the start of 2022. Of course, then inflation came along, triggering a massive stock market correction that persisted for almost the entire year. But eventually, the US economy got back on its feet as inflation cooled. By this June, despite the ups and downs, the total return of the S&P 500 over the five years reached 113%. That means the £10,000 initial investment is now worth £21,300. Not bad – but how did stock pickers do? It's harder to pinpoint how well individuals performed during this period because that ultimately depends on which stocks they decided to buy. Those who thought Beyond Meat was going to revolutionise the way we eat meat products have been left severely disappointed, losing almost all of their investment. But those who backed Crowdstrike (NASDAQ:CRWD) and its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered cybersecurity platform have been rewarded with an enormous 400% gain. With the company sucessfully launching new powerful defence solutions for its modular Falcon platform, the company's been driving up customer spending drastically in the last five years. That's translated into an explosive 46% average revenue growth rate since 2020, with earnings reaching borderline profitability. In fact, the company's expanded so much that it recently graduated, becoming an S&P 500 member last year. And subsequently, a £10,000 investment's now worth over £50,000! Cyber attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and AI-powered solutions are now mission critical for many enterprise customers. That's certainly a powerful tailwind Crowdstrike's already capitalising on. In other words, the growth story looks far from over. Expecting another 400% gain by this time in 2030 might be a bit optimistic, given the firm now has a market-cap of $116bn. However, if left to run for longer, this isn't out of the realm of possibility. Of course, as with every investment, nothing's guaranteed. Despite having over 20,000 customers, the bulk of its annual recurring subscription revenues come from its much smaller list of enterprise-scale customers. Losing some of these key clients due to a security breach or another catastrophic software update, like the one in 2024, could slam the breaks on growth. And with the stock trading at a lofty valuation, downward volatility's almost a certainty in this scenario. Nevertheless, the long-term growth potential makes this risk potentially worth taking, in my opinion. So investors comfortable with a bit of share price volatility may want to consider taking a closer look. The post £10,000 invested in the US stock market 5 years ago could now be worth… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. More reading 5 Stocks For Trying To Build Wealth After 50 One Top Growth Stock from the Motley Fool Zaven Boyrazian has positions in CrowdStrike. The Motley Fool UK has recommended CrowdStrike. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Motley Fool UK 2025 Sign in to access your portfolio
Mint
12-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
Food-tech is here to feed the world without devouring it
Picture this: 295 million people face severe hunger right now. Meanwhile, traditional farming consumes 70% of global freshwater, emits 11 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide annually and is responsible for 90% of deforestation worldwide. Every year, we lose about 12 million hectares, roughly the size of Greece, to drought and erosion. With an expected 10 billion mouths to feed by 2050, the current food supply trajectory simply isn't sustainable. But there is hope. Also Read: Jagdambika Pal: Minimize food loss and waste for the sake of our planet and its people Technology breakthroughs in food production are now a science fiction writer's envy. Remember 2013's $330,000 lab-grown burger? Today, cultivated meat pioneers like Upside Foods have slashed costs to about $20 (under lab conditions), a staggering reduction. Singapore became the first country to approve cultivated chicken commercially in 2020, followed by the US in 2023. Yet, production remains minuscule. Eat Just's pilot facility currently produces only about 3kg of lab-grown chicken per week, compared to 4,000-5,000kg at a regular shop. Although meaningful scale is years away, cultivated meat's environmental potential is compelling: studies on beef show it could cut emissions and land use by up to 90% and reduce water use by around 80% compared to conventional beef (in a best-case scenario, assuming the use of renewable energy). Also Read: Food security: Let clean-tech innovation lead the way While lab-grown meat captivates imaginations, plant-based alternatives have already reshaped supermarket shelves. The global plant-based meat market, led by brands like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, reached $16 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $100 billion by 2033. These alternatives currently cost around 77% more than animal meat. Yet, the environmental benefits are undeniable. For example, pea protein emits just 0.4kg of carbon dioxide per 100g protein compared to beef's staggering 35kg. Israel's Redefine Meat pushes the envelope, using advanced 3D printing to create plant-based steaks realistic enough to impress Michelin-starred chefs across Europe. India's Blue Tribe Foods creates carbon-neutral, plant-based meats, highlighting the global nature of this wave. But why only mimic meat when we can completely rethink protein production? Enter precision fermentation. Companies like Perfect Day craft dairy proteins without cows, using genetically engineered micro-organisms, slashing water use by 99% and greenhouse gas emissions by 97%. Nature's Fynd has gone further, creating nutritious proteins from microbes; its products are now stocked across hundreds of stores. And molecular farming transforms plants themselves into factories, producing everything from life-saving vaccines to spider silk proteins inside spinach leaves. Also Read: Gene editing: Is humanity ready to rewrite the book of life? NASA-inspired technology is also revolutionizing protein production. Here, Solar Foods' Solein wins for sheer audacity. It makes protein 'from thin air" using carbon dioxide, water and renewable electricity. Its first commercial facility, which opened in April 2024, expects to produce protein with far greater efficiency than traditional farms. Air Protein uses bacteria first developed for astronauts to produce protein potentially 10,000 times more efficiently per land area than soyabeans. Similarly, spirulina algae—another NASA astronaut staple—produces protein at 50 times the rate of soyabeans, actively absorbing carbon dioxide in the process. Finally, biofortification is engineering crops to tackle global nutritional deficiencies directly. Golden Rice, engineered with beta-carotene to prevent blindness, has finally reached farmers after decades-long development. In Rwanda, iron-rich beans have increased dietary iron intake by 11% within two years. Zinc-enhanced wheat now spans 1.8 million hectares in India, addressing a 'hidden hunger' that silently affects billions worldwide. Food-tech innovations hint at greater possibilities. For instance, Japan's plans for space-based solar power could potentially revolutionize agriculture by enabling farming in deserts, underground chambers or even Mars. Also Read: Food and fertilizer subsidies should be climate-adapted and aimed better Investment trends tell their own story. After a sharp decline following a peak of $51.7 billion in 2021, food-tech funding rebounded in the first half of 2024. If scaled effectively, these innovations could slash agricultural emissions by about 80%, potentially freeing land twice the combined area of China and India. Our food system is undergoing an extraordinary transformation—proteins from thin air, 3D-printed steaks, astronaut-tested algae and nutrient-rich biofortified crops. While these ideas might seem 'moonshotish' today, remember that smartphones were pure science fiction not long ago. The technology exists, the environmental benefits are clear, and the path forward is illuminated by science and imagination. We humans are ready to 'cook up' a food system that nourishes the world and proves Thomas Malthus's dismal outlook wrong again—without devouring the planet in the process. The author is a technology advisor and podcast host.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BYND Q1 Earnings Call: Management Focuses on Expense Controls and Distribution Recovery Amid Ongoing Challenges
Plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) missed Wall Street's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 9.1% year on year to $68.73 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.67 per share was 41.3% below analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy BYND? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Revenue: $68.73 million vs analyst estimates of $74.92 million (9.1% year-on-year decline, 8.3% miss) Adjusted EPS: -$0.67 vs analyst expectations of -$0.47 (41.3% miss) Adjusted EBITDA: -$42.33 million vs analyst estimates of -$22.13 million (-61.6% margin, 91.3% miss) Operating Margin: -81.8%, down from -70.7% in the same quarter last year Sales Volumes fell 11.2% year on year (-16.1% in the same quarter last year) Market Capitalization: $260.8 million Beyond Meat's first quarter performance was shaped by distribution disruptions and declining category demand, particularly in the U.S. retail channel. CEO Ethan Brown described the quarter as 'disappointing,' attributing much of the volume shortfall to large customers transitioning Beyond Meat products from refrigerated to frozen aisles, which led to temporary gaps in product availability. Brown also cited broader macroeconomic headwinds and category softness, with increased consumer caution negatively impacting sales velocities. CFO Lubi Kutua highlighted that extraordinary, non-recurring operating expenses—including legal arbitration costs and charges related to suspending operations in China—further pressured results. Management emphasized that these factors were largely transient, with Brown stating, 'We take this deviation from a recovery extremely seriously and we're using it as an opportunity to strengthen our organization.' Looking forward, Beyond Meat has withdrawn its full-year guidance, citing ongoing uncertainty in consumer demand and the broader economic environment. Management's near-term focus is on regaining lost retail distribution, improving gross margin through enhanced production efficiency, and delivering targeted marketing efforts to address consumer misperceptions about plant-based proteins. Brown stressed the importance of restoring profitability, explaining, 'Our overarching goal remains the same: EBITDA positive on a run rate basis by year end 2026.' The company's strategy includes further reducing operating expenses and leveraging new product launches—such as Beyond Chicken Pieces—while running campaigns like 'Real People, Real Results' to shift public perception. CFO Kutua noted that while potential tariff impacts are being monitored, the direct risk to Beyond Meat's business appears limited at this time. Management reiterated that stabilizing the top line, expanding gross margin, and maintaining tight cost controls are critical for navigating the volatile environment. Management attributed Q1's underperformance to lost U.S. retail distribution, production inefficiencies, and elevated one-time expenses, while outlining steps to regain momentum. Distribution transitions impacted sales: Several large U.S. retailers moved Beyond Meat products from refrigerated to frozen aisles, resulting in significant product unavailability and temporary distribution gaps throughout the quarter. Management expects to regain much of this shelf presence in subsequent quarters, which should help stabilize retail sales volumes. Production network consolidation challenges: The company's shift to consolidate manufacturing and ramp up internal production at the Devault, Pennsylvania facility led to delays and lower-than-expected throughput. Brown noted these startup inefficiencies, combined with lower sales volumes, increased per-unit costs and weighed on margins for the quarter. Extraordinary operating expenses: Beyond Meat's operating expenses included over $7 million in non-recurring items, such as legal arbitration costs, inventory provisions tied to strategic inventory reductions, and expenses related to suspending activities in China. Excluding these, baseline operating expenses continued to decline year over year. Category softness and consumer caution: Management described broad macroeconomic uncertainty and reduced consumer confidence as key drivers of category-wide volume softness, particularly in U.S. retail and food service. CFO Kutua observed that 'flexitarian' consumers—those who purchase both plant-based and animal proteins—are especially sensitive to economic pressures, which can trigger a shift away from plant-based products. Marketing and brand perception efforts: Management believes lingering misperceptions about plant-based protein remain a key barrier to growth. Recent marketing campaigns, such as 'Real People, Real Results,' aim to address health and nutrition concerns, while certifications from organizations like the American Heart Association seek to reinforce Beyond Meat's value proposition. Management's outlook centers on restoring U.S. retail distribution, improving production efficiency, and shifting consumer perceptions through targeted marketing and product innovation. Retail distribution recovery: Management expects regaining shelf space in key U.S. retailers will be a primary driver of improved sales volumes in the coming quarters. Brown indicated that about 70% of Q1's client volume shortfall was tied to distribution gaps, with most lost placements anticipated to return as the year progresses. Margin improvement initiatives: The company is focused on consolidating manufacturing operations, optimizing its product mix, and reducing overhead. CFO Kutua noted ongoing efforts to stabilize and grow core products, which are essential for gross margin expansion. Management expects benefits from production efficiency at the Devault facility and seasonality to support improved margins over the remainder of the year. Consumer engagement and perception: Beyond Meat is intensifying its marketing campaigns to counter misinformation and highlight product health benefits. The new 'Real People, Real Results' program, along with expanded product certifications, aims to rebuild consumer trust and drive trial among health-conscious shoppers. Management sees this as critical for regaining velocity and returning to growth. In upcoming quarters, the StockStory team will monitor (1) the pace of U.S. retail distribution recovery and resulting changes in sales volumes, (2) measurable progress in production efficiency and gross margin improvements at consolidated facilities, and (3) the impact of new marketing initiatives and product launches on consumer engagement. Execution in these areas will be critical for Beyond Meat's turnaround. Beyond Meat currently trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 0.9×. In the wake of earnings, is it a buy or sell? See for yourself in our full research report (it's free). Market indices reached historic highs following Donald Trump's presidential victory in November 2024, but the outlook for 2025 is clouded by new trade policies that could impact business confidence and growth. While this has caused many investors to adopt a "fearful" wait-and-see approach, we're leaning into our best ideas that can grow regardless of the political or macroeconomic climate. 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Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Was Jim Cramer Right to Warn Investors Against Buying Beyond Meat (BYND) a Year Ago?
We recently published a list of . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Beyond Meat, Inc. (NASDAQ:BYND) stands against other stocks that Jim Cramer discusses. Back in that segment, a viewer curious about alternative meat stocks asked about Beyond Meat, Inc. (NASDAQ:BYND) as a potential long-term play. Cramer dismissed the company outright, favoring a more conservative food stock: 'No. Don't own that — way too risky. I'd rather have you own Hormel down here. I think it's a better play.' Great call. The stock has sunk by -59.02% since those comments. Workers bottling plant-based meat products on an automated production line. Beyond Meat Inc. (NASDAQ:BYND) develops plant-based meat substitutes designed to replicate the taste and texture of animal products while offering environmental and health benefits. Recently in May, a caller asked Cramer if they should buy the stock at these levels, to which Cramer replied with another straight-forward: 'No, don't want to own that. Way too risky.' Overall, BYND ranks 8th on our list of stocks that Jim Cramer discusses. While we acknowledge the potential of BYND as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an extremely cheap AI stock that is also a major beneficiary of Trump tariffs and onshoring, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Sign in to access your portfolio
