Live and feeder cattle futures posted significant gains Monday, buoyed by a tighter-than-expected national herd and strong cash market fundamentals. The rally comes amid declining inventory numbers and sustained investor interest.
Live cattle futures closed mostly lower Friday, pressured by a key government report showing a slight decline in the national cattle inventory. While cash markets showed some resilience, the data points to ongoing tightness in beef supplies.
Live cattle futures gained ground Friday, supported by steady cash trade, while feeder cattle contracts faced significant pressure. Market attention turns to the upcoming USDA Cattle Inventory report, expected to show a slight decline in total herd numbers.
While a shrinking U.S. cattle herd is a factor, economists point to sustained consumer demand for protein and shifting lifestyle trends as the primary forces keeping beef prices at record highs, with little relief in sight for 2025.
A last-minute deal averts a prolonged government shutdown as Speaker Mike Johnson rallies fractious GOP members to advance a Senate-crafted funding package, despite internal rebellion over election security demands.
Tyson Foods reports a continued decline in beef sales as the U.S. cattle herd hits a 70-year low. While the recent closure of a Nebraska facility has not yet impacted volumes, the meatpacking giant warns of tight supplies through 2027, pivoting to chicken and pork to meet protein demand.
Live and feeder cattle futures advanced Wednesday, supported by firm cash fundamentals, despite a no-sale result in the Fed Cattle Exchange auction. Wholesale beef prices edged lower as slaughter volumes showed mixed year-over-year comparisons.
Live and feeder cattle futures rallied Tuesday, building on early-week momentum. As traders await Wednesday's cash market activity, mixed wholesale beef prices and a steady slaughter pace paint a complex picture for the beef complex.
Tyson Foods' first-quarter earnings reveal a stark divide: its beef unit is hemorrhaging money due to a severe cattle shortage, while resilient consumer demand for chicken has buoyed profits and surpassed analyst expectations.
As Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus prepares to hand over power after 18 tumultuous months as Bangladesh's interim leader, the nation is divided on his legacy. Did his stewardship prevent a collapse and seed crucial reforms, or did it fall short of the transformative change demanded by a historic uprising?
After a punishing 18% slide over the past year, Trinity Industries (NYSE: TRN) shares have shown recent signs of life. With institutions controlling a commanding 86% of the stock, their reaction to this uptick—and the company's underlying fundamentals—will be critical for its trajectory.
A sharp decline in legal sports wagers in Illinois, coinciding with recent tax increases, points to a growing shift of bettors toward untaxed and unregulated offshore sites and local bookmakers, according to industry analysis.
Analysts have trimmed Ibstock's fair value estimate, signaling a more measured consensus. While the adjustment is modest, it reflects a market recalibrating risks amid economic uncertainty, with both bullish and bearish views now clustering around a tighter range.
Lean hog futures posted solid gains to start the week, buoyed by a stronger cash market and firming pork cutout values. Traders are positioning cautiously ahead of Wednesday's USDA Cold Storage report, which could dictate near-term price direction.
Live and feeder cattle futures continued their upward momentum on Tuesday, building on last week's firm cash trade. Boxed beef prices showed mixed movement as market participants assess supply and demand fundamentals ahead of key spring marketing periods.
Wall Street's consensus fair value estimate for ONEOK (OKE) has dipped slightly, reflecting a more cautious 'wait-and-see' approach among analysts. While some see underlying support for the current stock price, the overall narrative is shifting towards a balanced assessment of execution risks and dividend sustainability.
Updated federal nutrition advice emphasizing protein intake and whole foods is set to create sustained demand tailwinds for meat producers, with Tyson Foods positioned to capitalize on shifting consumer and institutional purchasing patterns.
Live and feeder cattle futures surged Monday, fueled by new buying interest and firming cash markets. Analysts now watch to see if the momentum holds as traders assess supply fundamentals and mixed wholesale beef prices.
President Trump urges immediate House passage of a bipartisan spending deal to end the government shutdown, facing resistance from both progressive Democrats and his own party's right flank over immigration enforcement terms.
An examination of price data reveals that tariffs imposed during the previous administration continue to contribute to higher costs for everyday goods, from groceries to home utilities, adding financial pressure on U.S. households.
