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Live Cattle Futures Show Gains Despite Slow Cash Trade

Live cattle futures are rising with prices 20 to 55 cents higher at midday. While cash trade remains slow, last week's cash movement was notably up, which could positively influence stock prices.

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Cash Trade and Price Movement: The report highlights that live cattle futures are showing gains ranging from 20 to 55 cents in the front months, indicating positive market sentiment. Additionally, last week saw a cash movement increase of $7-8, bringing prices to $210 in the South and $212-216 in the North. This positive trend in cash trade may attract investors looking for growth potential in the cattle market.

Cold Storage Data: The monthly cold storage data indicates a decline in beef stocks to 428.13 million lbs, which represents a 5.92% decrease from the previous month and 2.27% lower than the same month last year. Although lower inventories can be viewed as a signal of increased demand, potentially supporting prices, it can also indicate supply chain challenges that may affect profitability.

Wholesale Boxed Beef Prices: The National Wholesale Boxed Beef report indicates a higher price movement, with Choice boxes up $2.77 to $337.96/cwt. This price increase suggests a healthy demand for boxed beef, which could further encourage investors to assess cattle-related stocks more favorably.

Cattle Slaughter Rates: An increase in federally inspected cattle slaughter, now at 124,000 head, up from the previous week, reflects stronger market activity, potentially improving margins for cattle producers. This could positively impact returns for investors involved in stocks associated with cattle production.

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