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Pilgrim's Pride Corporation

Fundamental data last updated:August 4, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Consumer Defensive

industry

Packaged Foods

Exchange

NASDAQ

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Pilgrim's Pride Corporation engages in the production, processing, marketing and distribution of fresh, frozen and value-added chicken, and pork products to retailers, distributors, and foodservice operators in the United States, the United Kingdom, Mexico, the Middle East, Asia, Continental Europe, and internationally. The company offers fresh products, including pre-marinated or non-marinated chicken, frozen whole chickens, breast fillets, mini breast fillets and prepackaged case-ready chicken, primary pork cuts, and pork and pork ribs; prepared products, which include portion-controlled breast fillets, tenderloins and strips, delicatessen products, salads, formed nuggets and patties, and bone-in chicken parts; processed sausages, bacon, slow cooked, smoked meat, gammon joints, as well as variety of meat products, pre-packed meats, sandwich and deli counter meats, pulled pork balls, meatballs, and coated foods. In addition, its exported products include whole chickens and chicken parts sold either refrigerated for distributors in the U.S. or frozen for distribution to export markets and primary pork cuts, hog heads and trotters frozen for distribution to export markets. The company offers its products under the Pilgrim's, Just BARE, Gold'n Pump, Gold Kist, County Pride, Pierce Chicken, Pilgrim's Mexico, County Post, Savoro, To-Ricos, Del Dia, Moy Park, O'Kane, Richmond, Fridge Raiders, and Denny brands. Pilgrim's Pride Corporation sells its products to the foodservice market principally consists of chain restaurants, food processors, broad-line distributors, and other institutions; and retail market, which comprise primarily grocery store chains, wholesale clubs, and other retail distributors. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Greeley, Colorado. Pilgrim's Pride Corporation operates as a subsidiary of JBS S.A.

 


VALUATION

P/E

7.58

Market Cap ($M USD)

$6.74B

Forward P/E

7.67

PEG

-6.47

PRICE TO SALES

0.36

PRICE TO BOOK

1.81

EV / EBITDA

5.08

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

7.99%

DCF Value

$179.81

Graham Number

$36.28

Price to FCF

12.52

EV to FCF

17.63

Earnings Yield

13.19%

FCF Yield

7.99%

DIVIDEND

Yield

7.42%

Annual Payout

$2.10

Payout Ratio

224.65%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$3.73

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$3.69

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$19.21B

Return on Equity (ROE)

24.19%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

7.40%

Debt-to-Equity

0.91

Piotroski F-Score

7

Altman Z-Score

3.38

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

18.37%

Current Ratio

1.48

Quick Ratio

0.73

Net Debt to EBITDA

1.47

Interest Coverage

8.73

Gross Profit margin

11.57%

FCF PER SHARE

$2.26

REVENUE PER SHARE

$78.11

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market seems to be dramatically undervaluing Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation. With a DCF value of $182.49, the stock’s recent pricing was significantly below this intrinsic value, suggesting a potential deep value opportunity. The Forward P/E of 7.69 and an Earnings Yield of 12.83% indicate a strong earnings profile, while the Altman Z-score of 3.39 suggests financial stability. Despite these strengths, the stock’s consensus rating remains a “Hold,” reflecting market skepticism or perhaps a lack of awareness of its true potential.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the Consumer Defensive sector, Pilgrim's Pride is somewhat insulated from rapid tech disruptions. However, as a packaged foods company, it must still adapt to AI-driven supply chain optimizations and consumer data analytics to maintain competitive advantage. Its resilience will depend on how effectively it integrates these technologies into its operations.

The Bull Case

For the value or GARP investor, Pilgrim's Pride offers compelling reasons to buy. The company boasts a robust ROIC of 18.37%, indicating efficient capital use and strong management execution. A Piotroski F-Score of 7 signals solid financial health, while a Free Cash Flow Yield of 7.77% highlights its ability to generate cash. These metrics suggest a company with significant pricing power and operational efficiency, making it an attractive investment.

The Bear Case

Despite its strengths, Pilgrim's Pride is not without risks. The PEG Forward ratio of 5.69 raises concerns about growth relative to its valuation, suggesting potential overvaluation in growth expectations. Additionally, a high payout ratio of 224.65% questions the sustainability of its dividend, potentially straining cash reserves. The stock's proximity to its 52-week low may also indicate market pessimism or underlying structural issues.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$42.00

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.35

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

78.59%

Distance to 52-Week Low

4.17%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

-26.09%

50-DAY SMA

$32.61

200-DAY SMA

$38.62

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