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Tyson Foods Faces $500 Million Loss Amid Beef Price Surge

2/10/2026

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In 2025, U.S. beef prices rose 16.4%, remaining high due to a cattle supply decline.
Tyson Foods, which holds about 20% of the meat market, projects beef losses of $250–$500 million for the fiscal year ending September 2025.
In Q4 2025, Tyson posted a $319 million beef loss, while sales rose to $14.3 billion.
Tyson Foods' chief executive officer said ongoing beef losses are unacceptable.

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In 2025, U.S. beef prices rose 16.4%, remaining high due to a cattle supply decline.
Tyson Foods, which holds about 20% of the meat market, projects beef losses of $250–$500 million for the fiscal year ending September 2025.
In Q4 2025, Tyson posted a $319 million beef loss, while sales rose to $14.3 billion.
Tyson Foods' chief executive officer said ongoing beef losses are unacceptable.