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UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

Investing.com -- UBS released its quantitative analysis of crowded positions in the consumer staples sector for July 2026, identifying the stocks with the highest concentration of long and short positions among fund managers.

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

UBS identifies most crowded consumer staples stocks in July

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:57 -0400

The bank's analysis shows that SJM, CL, UTZ, HELE, MKC, and PG rank as the most crowded long positions in the sector. UBS defines crowded longs as stocks owned by a high percentage of eligible funds.

On the short side, BYND, CLX, EPC, ELF, KDP, and HSY represent the most crowded short positions. These are stocks that a high percentage of eligible funds are betting against.

UBS noted that crowding

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 30 years, OXO has challenged the idea that everyday products should simply be functional. By combining thoughtful design with a deep understanding of how people live, the brand has reimagined everything from kitchen tools and coffee makers to cleaning and organization. Today, OXO brings that same approach to pet care with a new collection of feeding and

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

OXO Brings Its Thoughtful Design Philosophy to Pet Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:00 -0400

The new feeding and storage collection brings OXO's human-centered approach to one of the fastest-growing categories in the home, making everyday pet care simpler, cleaner, and better designed.

Form SCHEDULE 13G/A HELEN OF TROY LTD Filed by: VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:21:00 -0400

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A HELEN OF TROY LTD Filed by: VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:21:00 -0400

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Helen of Troy (HELE) PT Raised to $28 at UBS Following Strong Q1 Results

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:29:22 -0400

(Updated - July 9, 2026 9:29 AM EDT)

UBS analyst Peter Grom raised the price target on Helen of Troy (NASDAQ: HELE) to $28.00 (from $25.00) while maintaining a Neutral rating.

The analyst commented, "HELE reported a 1Q beat as stronger top-line, better OPM, and a lower tax rate resulted in EPS upside vs. both our forecast and consensus. From a guidance perspective, the company raised its FY27 outlook on the top-line while maintaining their EPS guidance. Even though the stock performed well in recent weeks, HELE shares were down more than 70% over the last two years heading into the print and

Helen of Troy (HELE) PT Raised to $28 at UBS Following Strong Q1 Results

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:29:22 -0400

(Updated - July 9, 2026 9:29 AM EDT)

UBS analyst Peter Grom raised the price target on Helen of Troy (NASDAQ: HELE) to $28.00 (from $25.00) while maintaining a Neutral rating.

Helen of Troy (HELE) PT Raised to $25 at Canaccord

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:10:09 -0400

(Updated - July 9, 2026 7:10 AM EDT)

Canaccord analyst Susan Anderson raised the price target on Helen of Troy (NASDAQ: HELE) to $25.00 (from $23.00) while maintaining a Hold rating.

The analyst commented: "On 7/8 before the open, Helen of Troy reported 1Q27 (May-end) with a top and bottom line beat. HELE saw growth across both Home & Outdoor and Beauty & Wellness which reflected early signs of progress against their mulit-year roadmap includng POS gains across a number of key brands. While EPS beat management noted that margins and profit were inline and EPS benefited from a $1.8M tariff refund.