Zacks Investment Research·Sep 11, 2026
Why Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) Outpaced the Stock Market TodayPilgrim's Pride (PPC) closed at $30.24 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.04% move from the prior day.
Pilgrim's Pride is navigating a sharp cyclical downturn, with gross margins halving from 15.0% in 2025Q2 to 7.3% in 2026Q2 and operating income plunging 87% year-over-year to $66M, reflecting severe input cost inflation and pricing weakness. While the balance ...
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Revenue growth turned negative at -2.8% in 2026Q2, while gross margin collapsed to 7.3% from 15.0% a year earlier, driving net income down to $13.4M (EPS $0.06) versus $355.5M (EPS $1.49) in 2025Q2.
Pilgrim's Pride is one of the world's largest poultry producers, recognized for high-quality, affordable chicken products distributed globally.
The company offers a wide range of fresh, frozen, and value-added chicken products catering to consumers, retailers, and foodservice operators.
Pilgrim's Pride provides comprehensive SEC filings and investor relations materials, including earnings reports and conference call transcripts.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 29, 2026 | $0.64-9.0% vs $0.70 | $4.6B-1.6% vs $4.7B |
Q2 2026 Apr 29, 2026 | $0.51-26.1% vs $0.69 | $4.5B+2.3% vs $4.4B |
Q1 2026 Feb 11, 2026 | $0.68-12.8% vs $0.78 | $4.5B+3.1% vs $4.4B |
Q4 2025 Oct 29, 2025 | $1.52+7.8% vs $1.41 | $4.8B+8.4% vs $4.4B |
Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) closed at $30.24 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.04% move from the prior day.
In the most recent trading session, Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) closed at $29.93, indicating a -1.03% shift from the previous trading day.
GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (NASDAQ: PPC) (the “Company” or “Pilgrim's Pride”) and Pilgrim's Europe Finance PLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company incorporated under the laws of England and Wales (together with the Company, the “Issuers”), announced today the pricing of their offering of €500 million aggregate principal amount of 4.750% senior notes due 2034 (the “Notes”).The sale of the Notes is expected to close on September 23, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (NASDAQ: PPC) (the “Company” or “Pilgrim's Pride”) and Pilgrim's Europe Finance plc, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, incorporated under the laws of England and Wales (together with the Company, the “Issuers”), announced today that they have commenced a private offering, subject to market conditions, of up to €500 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes (the “Notes”).
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $28.98 | $6.89B | 6.38 | 3.46% | 5.85% | 27.24% | 28.86% | |
| $51.82 | $18.37B | 38.10 | 2.12% | 1.03% | 3.15% | — | |
| $20.34 | $11.19B | 23.38 | 1.55% | 2.82% | 4.33% | — | |
| $67.86 | $5.04B | 27.47 | 1.49% | 14.67% | 42.06% | — | |
| $19.56 | $7.7B | 7.79 | — | 6.85% | 14.97% | — | |
| $73.13 | $3.43B | 11.03 | -31.68% | 10.88% | 11.79% | — |
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Aug 20, 2026·SEC
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Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) reported $18.44B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1518% increase from $1.14B in 1996.
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) grew revenue by 3.5% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) is profitable, generating $545.6M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (5.9% net margin).
Yes, Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) pays a dividend with a yield of 28.86%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) has a return on equity (ROE) of 27.2%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) generated $304.4M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
