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Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) Is Down 5.2% After Profit Squeeze Despite Higher Q1 Sales – Has The Bull Case Changed?
Pilgrim’s Pride recently reported first-quarter 2026 results, with revenue edging up to US$4,532.63 million while net income fell sharply to US$101.42 million and earnings per share from continuing operations dropped to US$0.43.
Despite the earnings shortfall and significantly weaker margins driven by softer commodity conditions, plant downtime, and weather disruptions, the company underscored strong growth in its higher-margin prepared foods segment, particularly its Just BARE brand.
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