Argus downgraded PepsiCo to Hold from Buy saying the company’s price hikes are likely to cause its revenue growth to slow as consumers choose dining out over meals at home. In addition, consumer desire to healthier food is reducing demand for salty snacks and sugary beverages, the analyst tells investors in a research note. The firm reduced estimates for PepsiCo and downgraded the shares.
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