Fomento Economico Mexicano has returned about 25.5% since the start of the calendar year, outperforming the broader Consumer Staples sector, which has gained about 8.5% on average. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank of 1, or Strong Buy, and its full-year earnings consensus estimate has risen 26.7% over the past quarter. Within its specific industry, Beverages - Soft drinks, which has gained an average of 12.5% year-to-date, FMX is also performing better. Another Consumer Staples stock, Helen of Troy, has returned 34.6% year-to-date and carries a Zacks Rank of 2, or Buy, though its Cosmetics industry has declined 16.4% so far this year.
Fomento Economico MexicanoArticle highlights FMX's strong year-to-date performance, Zacks Strong Buy rating, and rising earnings consensus estimate.
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