Top 2 Defensive Stocks That May Implode This Month

As of Feb. 27, 2026, two stocks in the consumer staples sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock’s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock’s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the RSI is above 70, according to Benzinga Pro.

Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.

Darling Ingredients Inc (NYSE:DAR)

• On Feb. 11, Darling Ingredients posted mixed quarterly results. “Our commitment to operational excellence drove a strong fourth quarter, delivering solid EBITDA growth and sequential gross margin improvement, despite lower fat prices. While Diamond Green Diesel (DGD) had a challenging year, our best-in-class operations led the industry and produced industry-leading results,” said Randall C. Stuewe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “We have taken the steps to sharpen our portfolio and focus on our core strengths, and are well positioned to build on this momentum in 2026.” The company's stock gained around 20% over the past month and has a 52-week high of $53.71.
• RSI Value: 83.8                                
• DAR Price Action: Shares of Darling Ingredients fell 0.3% to close at $52.95 on Thursday.
• Edge Stock Ratings: 88.01 Momentum score.

Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc (NASDAQ:COKE)

• On Feb. 18, Coca-Cola Consolidated posted an increase in adjusted EPS for the fourth quarter. “2025 was another successful year of performance for our Company, delivering the highest level of revenue, gross profit and operating income in our Company’s history,” said J. Frank Harrison, III, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  “I’m especially proud of our teammates operating as One Team to drive superior execution in the marketplace.  The strong results we are achieving affirm our decision to make an incremental investment this year in our front-line teammates.” The company's stock gained around 33% over the past month and has a 52-week high of $205.00.
• RSI Value: 82.5
• COKE Price Action: Shares of Coca-Cola Consolidated fell 0.3% to close at $199.47 on Thursday.

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