Big Call: McDonald's, Amgen, Duke Energy, Munich Re

Heavyweights from the consumer staples segment are currently struggling due to the gloomy consumer sentiment, with our model portfolio stock McDonald's (MCD) feeling the impact the most recently. Despite the challenging conditions, the U.S. industry leader has managed to hold its ground well against competitors, especially as it has successfully captured market share from rivals through budget-friendly combo meals and new menu variations. With a good progress on the rollout of its loyalty program and the sustainable improvement of its margins through...