The Nasdaq Composite recently dipped into a correction, dropping by more than 10% from a recent high. As markets become rattled, some investors are looking for safety, and that can be found in consumer goods stocks as people are always buying these products. But which to choose? It always makes sense to look to the investors who have proven their mettle. One of the best is Warren Buffett.
Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway added many consumer goods stocks to its portfolio under his leadership, including these two giants that are worth a look now if you’ve got $1,000 ready to invest.
Amazon has become the go-to hub for online shopping
Amazon (AMZN +1.44%) has established itself as a leader in e-commerce, offering various products that you can buy with the click of a few buttons. That convenience has turned the tech giant into a juggernaut that also fits in the realm of consumer goods.
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Amazon has made large investments to expand its presence in consumer goods, including its landmark 2017 acquisition of Whole Foods. While spending on discretionary items gives Amazon a boost, it’s also a place where people buy essential products. In the company’s February conference call with analysts, CEO Andy Jassy said, “We continue to see strong customer response to Everyday Essentials and grocery. In 2025, Everyday Essentials grew nearly twice as fast as all other categories in the U.S., representing one out of every three units sold in our store, and we’ve become a go-to grocery destination for over 150 million Americans, mostly through online shopping and Whole Foods.”
Today’s Change
(1.44%) $3.02
Current Price
$212.79
Key Data Points
Market Cap
$2.3T
Day’s Range
$209.59 – $212.95
52wk Range
$165.28 – $258.60
Volume
25M
Avg Vol
50M
Gross Margin
50.29%
Investors also get a share of high-growth industries like online advertising, cloud computing, streaming, and artificial intelligence by accumulating Amazon shares. The stock has been surprisingly sluggish, only registering an 8% gain year to date, but Amazon has a 12.7% comppound annual growth rate (CAGR) for its revenue over the past three years. I think the stock will bounce back as investors match what they’re willing to pay to the company’s fundamentals.
Coca-Cola has been in Berkshire’s portfolio for decades
Warren Buffett first bought Coca-Cola (KO +0.65%) in 1988, almost 40 years ago. The company offers a wide range of beverages, including soda, water, tea, coffee, and juices. So there’s something there even if you have health concerns about soda.
Today’s Change
(0.65%) $0.50
Current Price
$77.22
Key Data Points
Market Cap
$332B
Day’s Range
$76.22 – $77.28
52wk Range
$65.35 – $82.00
Volume
8.3M
Avg Vol
18M
Gross Margin
61.75%
Dividend Yield
2.67%
People consider these essential products that they buy no matter what. The company has a 4.3% revenue CAGR over the past 20 years, and its 7.74% CAGR over the past five years shows that it can still deliver impressive growth rates.
Keep in mind that Coca-Cola is not built to beat the market, but it can provide high dividend yields and low volatility. The company is also expanding its market share and focusing on younger generations to ensure it remains a fixture in the global beverage industry. Coca-Cola posted positive revenue growth in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America in 2025, showing that it is still reaching more customers in its largest consumer markets.
