Beyond Meat is trading at $7.19, up 6.05%, as of 11:14 a.m. ET on October 15, 2026; consumer staples were up 1.90% in the supplied sector context. - On October 15, Beyond Meat announced a sparkling protein-and-caffeine drink and three additional flavors. The release does not establish that the launch caused the share-price gain. - The move follows October 14’s 5.96% decline to $6.78, previously associated with dilution concerns.