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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Morning music and mocha vibes: KL's arguably first coffee rave redefines clubbing culture without the booze
KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 — Julia, 30, would sometimes stay up all night for a party — but yesterday morning she decided to try something different. Instead of dressing up, she was just wearing a white top and yoga pants. The music was still bumping, but caffeine took the place of cocktails. 'What I really love about this event is that it takes place in the morning,' she told Malay Mail, a cup in her right hand while she swayed to the DJ. Meanwhile, Hershey, 29, who shared a table with her, said it was something different from what she had experienced before. Dance music and coffee together may not be a common combo, but felt just as refreshing, she said — similarly clad in casual top and cardigan. Julia (white shirt) and Hershey (left) drinking coffee and having a great time during the coffee rave event at UP Kuala Lumpur on May 31,2025. Picture by Yusof Mat Isa A mellow morning high: Coffee, cardio and community The duo were among dozens who turned at UP KL for what could be the first of a major 'coffee rave' in Kuala Lumpur — a twist on clubbing that starts early in the day, with a vibe that is more chill. First spotted across Europe and Australia — particularly in Brisbane and Melbourne — coffee raves seem to have picked up pace in India and neighbouring Singapore, where the venue Beats & Beans just celebrated its anniversary earlier this month. Yesterday, the crowd started filling in the first-floor café at 10am. Sunlight poured through the glass as espresso machines hissed and bass lines pulsed softly through the café's walls. In one corner, Paul Bobrowski — better known as DJ Pauly B — was cueing up uptempo beats on his deck. In the other, a barista was pouring up cups after cups from the espresso machine. 'We are definitely not the first, and hopefully we are not the last, and I feel like this is something we would like to create for the community for people to have more things to do during the day,' said Priscilla Lee, 39, organiser of UP KL for the event, in collaboration with the renowned Kenny Hills Coffee Roasters. 'For example, after you work out, you can come over, enjoy some music, and have some coffee or a pastry, which I think is a very good and positive thing to have.' 'I believe it's a first-time experience for many, and I see many people are in a good mood,' said Boborowski, as he spun records ranging from Afro house, funky house, to minimal techno. He noted that while nightclubs usually only pick up the pace later at night, the coffee rave had kicked off early. 'It's better for my sleep schedule,' he told Malay Mail, jokingly. A man prepares coffee during the coffee rave event at UP Kuala Lumpur on May 31,2025. Picture by Yusof Mat Isa Still brewing: Can Malaysia vibe with daytime raves? Attendees were thrilled by the fresh concept, but admitted that it is still early days for coffee raves in Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia. 'It's not common to have a DJ and a clubbing-style concept combined in this way — it's something quite new here,' said Jun, 21. He admitted that now people from all backgrounds could experience the clubbing culture, in a way that is not necessarily tied to alcohol. Lee said she hopes for more coffee rave events under UP KL in the future, and aims to partner with more cafés to bring the experience to Malaysians again. 'Whether this happens will depend on the success of the inaugural experience,' she said. Cincin, 24, felt that the environment was relaxed and welcoming, noting that everyone seemed free to communicate openly, which made the atmosphere especially pleasant. What stood out most for her was the vibe created by the DJ and music. 'Nowadays, many people are feeling stressed. If I come here on the weekend, I feel like I can let that stress go,' she said. Whether Malaysians will trade tequila shots for triple shots remains to be seen — but for now, this party's just getting started.
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Popular Breyers Ice Cream Flavor Inspires ‘Ice-Cold' Innovation
Breyers just teased a super cool new release, and surprisingly, it's not ice cream. The fan-favorite frozen treat brand just dropped what it dubbed the "ice-cold, alternative" to traditional campfire experiences. While firepits are certainly a hot yard item, they don't exactly keep you or your summertime favorite treats cool–but Breyers' S'mores Freezerpit will. Related: Popular Ice Cream Brand Revives 2 Previously Discontinued Flavors This Month Breyers S'mores Freezerpit is essentially a tabletop-sized firepit-inspired cooler that looks just like a stone firepit. But instead of heating marshmallows to melty, gooey perfection, it's designed to stay ice-cold and store Breyers Campfire Collection–its line of S'mores ice cream, bars and sandwiches made with Hershey's chocolate–at the ideal temperature. Related: Target's Favorite Day Brand Adds 5 'Lovely' Limited-Edition Ice Cream Flavors "Many people assume that the marshmallow-roasted taste of s'mores can only be found around a firepit. Breyers found a way to take the most beloved part of camping - the s'mores - and make it accessible to anyone, anywhere," Bentley King, head of U.S. ice cream operations at Unilever, said in a statement. "The Breyers Freezerpit makes that joy possible, even in the middle of a city. This experience is a first-class example of how the brand is centered around cultivating simple moments for families and friends to come together and make memories." This Friday, May 30, Breyers is bringing the Freezerpit to life in Chicago's Maggie Daley Park. Guests are invited to gather around the full-size Freezerpit–which even releases faux smoke for the full effect–to enjoy "log-style seating, acoustic music and Breyers Campfire Collection S'mores bars and sandwiches" from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. CT while supplies last. Those not near the Windy City, fear not. Beginning next week, fans can enter to win a Mini Freezerpit, a pint of Breyers Campfire Collection S'mores, and four Breyers skewer-inspired spoons to enjoy the treats at their leisure via the official sweepstakes site beginning on Monday, June 2, and running through Friday, June 13. Next, A Jonas Brothers Ice Cream Flavor Collaboration Is Coming Soon: Report Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Should You Forget Coca-Cola? Why You Might Want to Buy This Unstoppable Growth Stock Instead.
Coca-Cola is one of the dominant consumer staples companies. But it's not the only one, and its stock is looking a little expensive today. Another famous name -- Hershey -- offers a high yield and attractive valuation. 10 stocks we like better than Coca-Cola › Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is a great business, but that doesn't mean it is a great stock to own. In fact, to paraphrase famous value investor Benjamin Graham, overpaying for a great company can turn it into a bad investment. If you are considering this consumer staples giant, here's why you might be better off buying something completely different. Coca-Cola makes beverages. In fact, it is one of the largest beverage makers on the planet, with a distribution network that is top-notch, a powerful marketing team, and strong R&D skills. As a business, it is highly attractive. But what about as an investment? Right now, Coca-Cola's price-to-sales, price-to-earnings, and price-to-book value ratios are all above their five-year averages. It is hard to escape the fact that the stock is expensive today. If you bought it and held it for long enough, you'd probably end up OK, but overpaying could lead to some near-term trepidation if the stock's valuation reverts back toward the mean. If you are seeking a stock that looks attractively priced, you'll be better off with The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY). Despite material cost headwinds, this confection maker is still growing its business. That speaks to a potentially bright future if its valuation metrics return to their longer-term averages. Starting with the stock price, Hershey's shares have fallen around 45% from the all-time high they reached in 2023. That has pushed the dividend yield up to a historically high 3.6%. The stock's price-to-sales, price-to-earnings, and price-to-book value ratios are all below their five-year averages. Essentially, Hershey looks cheap while Coca-Cola looks expensive. There's a reason, of course. Hershey is facing a severe cost headwind thanks to the massive increase in the price of cocoa. Although revenue is expected to grow at least 2% in 2025, the company's adjusted earnings are projected to fall in the mid-30% range. Investors are reacting accordingly and selling the stock. But that's an opportunity for long-term growth investors. Indeed, the current headwinds haven't stopped Hershey from growing its business. It has recently added the Sour Strips brand to its confection operation and has agreed to buy LesserEvil, which will expand its presence in the salty snack category. In other words, this food maker is taking the long view even as it deals with adversity. That, plus a strong balance sheet, should reassure investors that the currently struggling business will rebound once the cocoa market becomes more rational. To be fair, cocoa comes from trees, so it could take a little while for commodity prices to rationalize. There's probably no rush to buy Hershey's stock. However, acting now gets you in the door and allows you to collect a historically high yield while you await better days. And you'll get to benefit from the growth via acquisition that's being hidden by the market's cocoa concerns. If you wait too long, meanwhile, you could miss out entirely on this unstoppable growth stock. It's probably better to be a little early than miss out because you wait too long. Before you buy stock in Coca-Cola, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the for investors to buy now… and Coca-Cola wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $651,761!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $826,263!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 978% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 170% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join . See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of May 19, 2025 Reuben Gregg Brewer has positions in Hershey. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Hershey. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Should You Forget Coca-Cola? Why You Might Want to Buy This Unstoppable Growth Stock Instead. was originally published by The Motley Fool
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Should You Forget Coca-Cola? Why You Might Want to Buy This Unstoppable Growth Stock Instead.
Coca-Cola is one of the dominant consumer staples companies. But it's not the only one, and its stock is looking a little expensive today. Another famous name -- Hershey -- offers a high yield and attractive valuation. 10 stocks we like better than Coca-Cola › Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is a great business, but that doesn't mean it is a great stock to own. In fact, to paraphrase famous value investor Benjamin Graham, overpaying for a great company can turn it into a bad investment. If you are considering this consumer staples giant, here's why you might be better off buying something completely different. Coca-Cola makes beverages. In fact, it is one of the largest beverage makers on the planet, with a distribution network that is top-notch, a powerful marketing team, and strong R&D skills. As a business, it is highly attractive. But what about as an investment? Right now, Coca-Cola's price-to-sales, price-to-earnings, and price-to-book value ratios are all above their five-year averages. It is hard to escape the fact that the stock is expensive today. If you bought it and held it for long enough, you'd probably end up OK, but overpaying could lead to some near-term trepidation if the stock's valuation reverts back toward the mean. If you are seeking a stock that looks attractively priced, you'll be better off with The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY). Despite material cost headwinds, this confection maker is still growing its business. That speaks to a potentially bright future if its valuation metrics return to their longer-term averages. Starting with the stock price, Hershey's shares have fallen around 45% from the all-time high they reached in 2023. That has pushed the dividend yield up to a historically high 3.6%. The stock's price-to-sales, price-to-earnings, and price-to-book value ratios are all below their five-year averages. Essentially, Hershey looks cheap while Coca-Cola looks expensive. There's a reason, of course. Hershey is facing a severe cost headwind thanks to the massive increase in the price of cocoa. Although revenue is expected to grow at least 2% in 2025, the company's adjusted earnings are projected to fall in the mid-30% range. Investors are reacting accordingly and selling the stock. But that's an opportunity for long-term growth investors. Indeed, the current headwinds haven't stopped Hershey from growing its business. It has recently added the Sour Strips brand to its confection operation and has agreed to buy LesserEvil, which will expand its presence in the salty snack category. In other words, this food maker is taking the long view even as it deals with adversity. That, plus a strong balance sheet, should reassure investors that the currently struggling business will rebound once the cocoa market becomes more rational. To be fair, cocoa comes from trees, so it could take a little while for commodity prices to rationalize. There's probably no rush to buy Hershey's stock. However, acting now gets you in the door and allows you to collect a historically high yield while you await better days. And you'll get to benefit from the growth via acquisition that's being hidden by the market's cocoa concerns. If you wait too long, meanwhile, you could miss out entirely on this unstoppable growth stock. It's probably better to be a little early than miss out because you wait too long. Before you buy stock in Coca-Cola, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the for investors to buy now… and Coca-Cola wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $651,761!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $826,263!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 978% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 170% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join . See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of May 19, 2025 Reuben Gregg Brewer has positions in Hershey. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Hershey. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Should You Forget Coca-Cola? Why You Might Want to Buy This Unstoppable Growth Stock Instead. was originally published by The Motley Fool Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This Is Why Hershey's Sell-Off Is a Buying Opportunity for Growth Investors
Hershey faces cost headwinds that are leading to a dramatic earnings decline. However, the confection maker's sales continue to be resilient. Despite its current challenges, Hershey continues to invest for the future. 10 stocks we like better than Hershey › Shares of The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) are in a deep downturn, off over 40% from their 2023 highs. The confection giant is in its own personal bear market. Given the nature of the problems Hershey faces, the bad news that led to this decline isn't likely to let up anytime soon. Yet, this food maker's share price drop is still a buying opportunity for growth investors. Here's why. Hershey is a consumer staples company. Within that broad sector description, it is a food maker. And within that, it is a snack maker. The company's biggest business is confections, dominated by its chocolate products. That includes industry leading brands like Hershey and Reese's. It is this business that is the problem right now. Generally speaking, consumer staples companies make products that are bought regularly -- regardless of the economic environment. Chocolate isn't a necessity, but it is an affordable indulgence that consumers love. So while recessions are a problem to consider, Hershey tends to be just as resilient a business as other food makers. In fact, demand isn't expected to be a problem in 2025. Hershey continues to guide for a sales advance of "at least" 2% for the full year. And yet adjusted earnings are expected to drop around 35% or so. What's going on is that the price of cocoa -- the key chocolate ingredient -- has soared and is crimping the company's margins. Cocoa's price rise is simply too large to pass on to consumers so Hershey has to eat it, at least over the near term. The interesting thing about Hershey as a company is that The Hershey Trust, a non-profit entity, has voting control of the company. The Hershey Trust uses the dividends it collects from Hershey (the company) to fund its philanthropic efforts. It takes a long-term view even when Wall Street is caught up in short-term problems, like the rise in cocoa prices. High commodity prices tend to resolve over time because they bring new investment. Cocoa comes from trees, so the resolution process may be a long one, but eventually this issue will pass. And even if cocoa prices remain elevated, Hershey will cut costs and slowly raise prices to restore its margins. The Hershey Trust isn't likely to push management to do anything rash. In fact, Hershey is operating just like it has for years. And that notably includes buying new brands to diversify its business. Despite the share price downturn, Hershey has inked deals to buy Sour Strips in the non-chocolate confection space and LesserEvil in the salty snacks space. These are two areas in which the company is looking to expand its business reach. Simply put, management isn't running around worried about a five-alarm fire because Wall Street has a negative view of the business. Hershey is still investing for the long term, at least partly because it doesn't have to answer to Wall Street, it has to answer to The Hershey Trust. Hershey has a long history of growth, and demand for its core products remains solid. Management continues to invest for the future despite the cocoa headwinds it faces. Given the price decline, this still-growing food maker looks like it is on sale today. And the best part is that the price drop has pushed the dividend yield up to a historically high 3.5%. So not only is this downturn an opportunity for growth investors, but it is also an opportunity for income investors. Before you buy stock in Hershey, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the for investors to buy now… and Hershey wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $639,271!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $804,688!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 957% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 167% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join . See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of May 19, 2025 Reuben Gregg Brewer has positions in Hershey. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Hershey. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This Is Why Hershey's Sell-Off Is a Buying Opportunity for Growth Investors was originally published by The Motley Fool
