More Americans are creating their own backyard chicken coops, or buying from neighboring ones, as the cost of eggs rises.

Smithfield Foods Inc. drew buy ratings from analysts at BofA Securities and UBS on Monday as the pork producer exited its quiet period after its initial public offering late last month.

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Decline in tomato prices by 28 percent YoY and lower fuel rates have reduced overall vegetarian thali costs in February ...