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Smithfield Foods, Inc. Common Stock (SFD)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/23/2025: SFD (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 7.26% | Avg. Invested days 90 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/23/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 8.35B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.3 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.3 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 18.00 - 23.62 | Updated Date 05/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.00 - 23.62 | Updated Date 05/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.1 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.6% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.75% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) - | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.3 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 10433782854 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 |
Enterprise Value 10433782854 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.74 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.74 | Shares Outstanding 393112992 | Shares Floating 22047816 |
Shares Outstanding 393112992 | Shares Floating 22047816 | ||
Percent Insiders 94.33 | Percent Institutions - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Smithfield Foods, Inc. Common Stock
Company Overview
History and Background
Smithfield Foods was founded in 1936 in Smithfield, Virginia. It grew to become the world's largest pork processor and hog producer. In 2013, it was acquired by WH Group (formerly Shuanghui International Holdings), a Chinese holding company.
Core Business Areas
- Fresh Pork: Production and sale of fresh pork products, including cuts, loins, ribs, and ground pork.
- Packaged Meats: Processing and sale of packaged meat products, such as bacon, ham, sausage, hot dogs, and deli meats.
- Hog Production: Raising and supplying hogs for processing into pork products.
- International: Sales and distribution of Smithfield products in international markets.
Leadership and Structure
Smithfield Foods is led by a President and CEO, reporting to the leadership of WH Group. The company has a hierarchical organizational structure with various departments overseeing different aspects of the business, including production, marketing, sales, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Bacon: Smithfield bacon is a leading brand in the US. Market share varies by region and retailer, but the company holds a significant portion of the market. Competitors include Hormel (HRL), Tyson Foods (TSN), and Oscar Mayer (KHC).
- Ham: Smithfield offers a variety of ham products, including spiral-sliced hams and deli hams. Competitors include Hormel (HRL), Tyson Foods (TSN), and Butterball LLC. Market share varies, but Smithfield is a major player.
- Sausage: Smithfield's sausage offerings include breakfast sausage, Italian sausage, and smoked sausage. Competitors include Johnsonville Sausage, Hillshire Farm (owned by Tyson Foods), and Hormel (HRL). Market share varies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The meat processing industry is characterized by intense competition, fluctuating commodity prices, and evolving consumer preferences. Trends include increasing demand for natural and organic products, growing awareness of animal welfare, and the impact of trade policies.
Positioning
Smithfield Foods is positioned as a major player in the pork processing industry, benefiting from its large scale, vertical integration, and established brand recognition. Its competitive advantages include its hog production capacity and extensive distribution network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global meat market is estimated to be worth trillions of dollars. Smithfield, as one of the largest pork producers, targets a significant portion of this market, focusing on pork and processed meat segments. Positioned to cater to the global demand for pork products, Smithfield has the potential to increase their TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large scale and vertical integration
- Established brand recognition
- Extensive distribution network
- Hog production capacity
- Product diversification
Weaknesses
- Exposure to fluctuating commodity prices
- Dependence on hog supply
- Labor costs
- Environmental concerns
- Brand perception challenges after acquisition by WH Group
Opportunities
- Expanding into new markets (e.g., Asia)
- Developing new products (e.g., plant-based alternatives)
- Improving production efficiency
- Strengthening relationships with retailers
- Adapting to changing consumer preferences
Threats
- Fluctuations in hog prices and feed costs
- Competition from other meat processors
- Changing consumer preferences (e.g., demand for healthier options)
- Animal welfare concerns
- Trade barriers and regulations
- Disease outbreaks (e.g., African Swine Fever)
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Tyson Foods (TSN)
- Hormel Foods (HRL)
- Pilgrim's Pride (PPC)
- JBS USA (Private)
- Kraft Heinz (KHC)
Competitive Landscape
Smithfield has advantages in hog production and scale. Competitors like Tyson and Hormel have diversified product portfolios and stronger brand recognition in certain segments.
Major Acquisitions
Farmland Foods
- Year: 2003
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 360
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Smithfield's packaged meats business and increased its market share in key regions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Smithfield's growth has been driven by acquisitions, expansion into new markets, and increasing demand for pork products. Growth has been steady prior to being privately owned by WH Group.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on WH Group's strategy and investments. Expansion in Asian markets, particularly China, is likely to be a key driver.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on sustainable farming practices, investments in renewable energy, and expansion of product offerings.
Summary
Smithfield Foods is a major player in the pork processing industry, benefiting from its scale and vertical integration. Being a private company it does not have to answer to shareholders so can take risks other publicly traded companies may not. Key challenges include managing commodity price volatility and adapting to changing consumer preferences. The future growth depends on WH Group's strategy and expansion into international markets.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (WH Group)
- Industry Reports
- Market Research Reports
- News Articles
Disclaimers:
Financial data for Smithfield Foods is limited due to its private ownership. Market share data is based on available estimates and may vary.
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.
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About Smithfield Foods, Inc. Common Stock
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Smithfield, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2025-01-28 | President, CEO & Director Mr. C. Shane Smith | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 36500 | Website https://www.smithfieldfoods.com |
Full time employees 36500 | Website https://www.smithfieldfoods.com | ||
Smithfield Foods, Inc. produces packaged meats and fresh pork in the United States and internationally. Its Packaged Meats segment processes fresh meat into various packaged meats products, including bacon, sausage, hot dogs, deli and lunch meats, dry sausage products, ham products, ready-to-eat products, and prepared foods to retail and foodservice customers. This segment markets its packaged meat products under the Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, Farmland, Armour, Farmer John, Kretschmar, Krakus, John Morrell, Cook's, Gwaltney, Carando, Margherita, Curly's and Smithfield Culinary, as well as under private labels. The company's Fresh Pork segment process live hogs into a variety of primal, sub-primal, and offal products, such as bellies, butts, hams, loins, picnics, and ribs. This segment sells its fresh pork products to retail, foodservice and industrial customers, as well as to export markets, including China, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and Canada. Its Hog Production segment produces and raises its hogs on various company-owned farms and farms that are owned and operated by third-party contract farmers in the United States and Mexico. The Hog Production segment also sells grains to external customers. The company's bioscience operations use raw materials from hogs that process to manufacture heparin products, including an active pharmaceutical ingredient that mitigates the risk of blood clots. The company was founded in 1936 and is based in Smithfield, Virginia. Smithfield Foods, Inc. is a subsidiary of SFDS UK Holdings Limited.
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