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Cal-Maine Foods Inc(CALM)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CALM
09/28/2026: CALM (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Cal-Maine Foods is the dominant U.S. shell egg producer, operating as a key supplier for national retailers. Its business model relies on large-scale, vertically integrated production, which provides significant operational efficiency and market reach. The primary growth story revolves around the ongoing transition to higher-margin specialty eggs and consolidation within the industry. However, the company faces inherent risks from commodity price volatility and unpredictable poultry diseases like avian influenza. Cal-Maine may appeal to investors who understand the cyclical nature of the egg market and are comfortable with variable dividends, though it remains less suitable for those prioritizing steady, predictable income or low-volatility assets.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely driven by consolidation and market trends rather than rapid innovation. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can experience significant momentum during periods of rising egg prices and supply shocks. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to cyclical earnings, making timing the entry point difficult. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | Dividends are variable and depend heavily on the company's net income in a given period. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The commodity nature of the business leads to significant price and earnings volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Egg prices fluctuate rapidly based on supply, demand, and health-related disruptions. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market pricing often reflects temporary commodity spikes rather than long-term earnings potential. |
| Competition risk (Commodity producers) | Medium | Intense competition from large private producers limits pricing power. |
| Business quality | Medium | The reliance on a single agricultural commodity limits business diversification. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Variable dividend policy provides inconsistent income for investors. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Maintaining large-scale biosecurity and supply chain efficiency is critical to operations. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 89.76% | Avg. Invested days 86 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.15B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.17 | 1Y Target Price 75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.17 | 1Y Target Price 75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 988.6K shares | Beta 0.21 | 52 Weeks Range 66.62 - 95.25 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 66.62 - 95.25 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.59% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.63 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Shell Egg Production | Sale of conventional and specialty eggs to retail and food service customers. | The company profits by producing and selling eggs, with earnings highly dependent on the market price of eggs. |
| Geography: United States | Operations spanning across various U.S. states to minimize transport costs. | The business is entirely domestic, making it sensitive to U.S. regulations and localized poultry health issues. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.17 | Forward PE 19.8 | Enterprise Value 2.43B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.08 |
Enterprise Value 2.43B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.08 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.86 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.33 | Shares Outstanding 46.71M | Shares Floating 42.03M |
Shares Outstanding 46.71M | Shares Floating 42.03M | ||
Percent Insiders 9.93 | Percent Institutions 98.05 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Cal-Maine Foods Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Ridgeland, MS, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1996-12-11 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Sherman L. Miller | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Farm Products | Full time employees 4762 | Website https://www.calmainefoods.com |
Full time employees 4762 | Website https://www.calmainefoods.com | ||
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the production, grading, packaging, marketing, and distribution of shell eggs, egg products, and prepared foods in the United Sates. It operates through Conventional Shell Eggs, Specialty Shell Eggs, and Prepared Foods segments. The company offers specialty shell eggs, including cage-free, organic, brown, free-range, and pasture-raised and nutritionally enhanced eggs, as well as conventional and co-pack shell eggs. It also provides prepared food products, such as pre-cooked egg patties, omelets, folded and scrambled egg formats, hard-cooked eggs, pancakes, waffles, and specialty wraps. The company offers its products under the Egg-Land's Best, Land O' Lakes, Farmhouse Eggs, Sunups, 4Grain, Van's, MeadowCreek Foods, and Crepini brand names. It sells its products to various customers, including national and regional grocery store chains, club stores, independent supermarkets, foodservice distributors, and egg product consumers. Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi.
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