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Beyond Meat Inc (BYND)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/16/2025: BYND (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $2.75
1 Year Target Price $2.75
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 3 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -56.1% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 249.30M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 2.15 | 52 Weeks Range 2.23 - 9.24 | Updated Date 07/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.23 - 9.24 | Updated Date 07/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.28 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -49.7% | Operating Margin (TTM) -69.86% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -13.66% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1167.03% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 5000 | Enterprise Value 1383848095 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.78 |
Enterprise Value 1383848095 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.78 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.33 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -5.38 | Shares Outstanding 76471400 | Shares Floating 72590491 |
Shares Outstanding 76471400 | Shares Floating 72590491 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.71 | Percent Institutions 43.54 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Beyond Meat Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Beyond Meat Inc. was founded in 2009 by Ethan Brown and launched its first product in 2012. The company aims to create plant-based meat alternatives that taste and have similar nutritional profiles to animal-based meat. A significant milestone was its IPO in May 2019. The company has evolved from focusing primarily on burgers to expanding its product line to sausages, ground beef, and chicken alternatives.
Core Business Areas
- Retail Sales: Sales of plant-based meat products directly to consumers through grocery stores and other retail channels. This constitutes a significant portion of Beyond Meat's revenue.
- Foodservice: Sales of plant-based meat products to restaurants, fast-food chains, and other foodservice providers.
- International: Sales outside of US market.
Leadership and Structure
Ethan Brown is the President and CEO. The organizational structure is based on functional departments such as marketing, sales, research and development, and operations, reporting to the executive team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Beyond Burger: A plant-based burger designed to mimic the taste and texture of beef. It is one of Beyond Meat's most popular products. Competitors include Impossible Foods, MorningStar Farms, and Gardein. Market share data is volatile, but the Beyond Burger has historically been a market leader in the plant-based burger category. Revenue is significant, but varies quarterly.
- Beyond Sausage: Plant-based sausages in various flavors. Competitors include Field Roast, Lightlife, and Tofurky. Market share is smaller than the Beyond Burger, but still substantial within the plant-based sausage market. Revenue varies.
- Beyond Beef: Plant-based ground beef alternative designed to replicate the taste and versatility of ground beef. Competitors include Impossible Foods and other plant-based ground beef options. Market share varies, but Beyond Beef holds a significant portion of the plant-based ground beef segment.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The plant-based meat industry is experiencing growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness of health, environmental, and ethical concerns related to traditional meat consumption. However, the industry is also facing increased competition and fluctuating demand.
Positioning
Beyond Meat is positioned as a premium plant-based meat alternative, focusing on taste and mimicking the experience of eating animal-based meat. Its competitive advantages include strong brand recognition and a wide distribution network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global meat market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. The plant-based meat market represents a small but growing fraction of this, estimated to be in the tens of billions. Beyond Meat is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its product innovation and brand recognition.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong Brand Recognition
- Innovative Product Development
- Wide Distribution Network
- First-Mover Advantage
Weaknesses
- High Production Costs
- Price Premium
- Dependence on a Few Key Products
- Negative press regarding nutritional value
Opportunities
- Expanding into New Markets
- Developing New Products
- Partnering with Food Service Providers
- Improving Production Efficiency
Threats
- Increased Competition
- Fluctuating Consumer Demand
- Changing Consumer Preferences
- Supply Chain Disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
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Competitive Landscape
Beyond Meat faces intense competition from established food companies and other plant-based meat producers. Its advantages include brand recognition and innovative products, while disadvantages include higher prices and inconsistent profitability.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth was strong in the initial years after its IPO, but has since slowed down significantly.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are uncertain, with analysts' estimates varying widely due to intense competition and challenges in predicting consumer adoption of plant-based meat.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost reduction programs, new product launches, and expansion into international markets.
Summary
Beyond Meat is a well-known brand in the plant-based meat sector, however it faces significant challenges. Strong brand recognition and product innovation are advantages, but high production costs, fluctuating consumer demand, and intense competition are weaknesses. Further cost reductions, strategic partnerships, and successful new product launches are crucial for future success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Market Research Data
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Beyond Meat Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters El Segundo, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-05-02 | Founder, President, CEO & Director Mr. Ethan Brown | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 754 | Website https://www.beyondmeat.com |
Full time employees 754 | Website https://www.beyondmeat.com | ||
Beyond Meat, Inc., a plant-based meat company, engages in the development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of plant-based meat products under the Beyond brand name in the United States and internationally. The company sells a range of plant-based meat products that replicates beef, pork, and poultry meats. It sells its products through grocery, mass merchandiser, club stores, and natural retailer channels, as well as various food-away-from-home channels, including restaurants, foodservice outlets, and schools. The company was formerly known as Savage River, Inc. and changed its name to Beyond Meat, Inc. in September 2018. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in El Segundo, California.
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