staple

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The companies’ foray into basics that are a little less basic has arrived amid stiffer competition for household staples from both new market entrants with lower-priced products and cheaper private brands from larger retailers.

From MarketWatch

Along with the move away from open seating — a five-decade staple for the airline — Southwest over the past year has introduced more fees, basic economy fares and seats with extra legroom.

From MarketWatch

Acai has been a savory staple in the Amazon for centuries, eaten as a thick paste alongside fish and manioc flour.

From Barron's

The deal, announced last year, is a gamble that moving into health-and-wellness will provide the kind of growth that Wall Street has sought, and that Kimberly-Clark’s consumer staples have failed to deliver.

From The Wall Street Journal

After recent strength in areas like industrials, materials, and staples, tech is beginning to reassert itself, showing early signs of renewed momentum as investors position ahead of a pivotal earnings week.

From Barron's