Better Buy: PepsiCo vs. McDonald's

PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) and McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) are two of the most recognized brands in the world. These companies are long past their glory days of fast growth, but each stock is valued by investors for its dependability when the economy hits a rough patch and for its steady stream of dividend payments.

In addition to its roster of top soda brands, Pepsi also owns several household names in snack food, including Doritos and Tostitos, in addition to healthier fare like Quaker Oats and Aquafina water. 

McDonald's has gone through a significant transformation in the last few years. Restaurants are getting modernized, customers can order through mobile apps, and while management has made a greater commitment to quality ingredients and healthier menu choices, there are still a lot of Quarter Pounders sold every year.

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