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Tyson Foods (TSN) Stock Price, News & Analysis

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$58.96 -0.44 (-0.74%)
(As of 05:45 PM ET)

About Tyson Foods Stock (NYSE:TSN)

Key Stats

Today's Range
$58.74
$59.71
50-Day Range
$58.19
$64.55
52-Week Range
$50.97
$66.88
Volume
1.80 million shs
Average Volume
2.44 million shs
Market Capitalization
$20.98 billion
P/E Ratio
26.20
Dividend Yield
3.39%
Price Target
$60.67
Consensus Rating
Reduce

Company Overview

Tyson Foods, Inc. is a multinational food corporation known for its expertise in producing, distributing, and marketing a wide range of protein-based food products. Since 1935, Tyson Foods has evolved into one of the world's largest food companies, offering various brands and products to cater to diverse consumer needs. Tyson Foods is dedicated to providing high-quality protein-based food products to customers worldwide. The company's mission is to sustainably feed the world with trusted and nutritious food products while fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusivity. 

Tyson Foods operates multiple facilities and offices across the United States and internationally. The company's extensive product portfolio includes fresh and frozen meats, poultry, prepared foods, and value-added products. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, Tyson Foods serves diverse customers, including retailers, food service operators, and international markets. The company has achieved several significant milestones and received recognition for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and corporate responsibility.

Tyson Foods boasts a talented, experienced leadership team that drives the company's success. Donnie D. King leads Tyson Foods as the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director. With a wealth of experience in the food industry, Mr. King is responsible for the company's overall strategic direction, growth, and profitability. His strong leadership skills and industry knowledge contribute to Tyson Foods' success. John R. Tyson serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Tyson Foods. With a background in finance, Mr. Tyson oversees the company's financial operations and plays a crucial role in managing financial resources and implementing effective financial strategies.

Tyson Foods has consistently delivered solid revenue reports over the past few years, driven by its diverse product portfolio and strong market presence. Net income has also shown positive trends, reflecting the company's ability to generate profits. The company maintains healthy profit margins, showcasing its efficiency and effective cost management practices. The company carries a manageable debt load that the company's assets can cover. 

Understanding the broader industry in which Tyson Foods operates is essential for evaluating its competitive positioning. The company operates in the poultry slaughtering and processing industry within the packaged foods and meats sector. The poultry industry has experienced steady growth due to the increasing demand for protein-rich foods, health-conscious consumer preferences, and affordability. The industry has also witnessed technological advancements, sustainability practices, and animal welfare initiatives. 

Tyson Foods faces competition from other players in the poultry slaughtering and processing industry, both domestically and internationally. Major competitors include Pilgrim's Pride Corporation, Sanderson Farms, and Perdue Farms. Analyzing the competitive landscape helps determine Tyson Foods' market share, strengths, weaknesses, and potential opportunities for differentiation.

Identifying growth opportunities is crucial for assessing Tyson Foods' future prospects. Tyson Foods can introduce innovative products to cater to evolving consumer preferences, such as plant-based alternatives or value-added protein products. These offerings can tap into new market segments and drive revenue growth. For example, Tyson Foods has recognized the growing demand for plant-based protein alternatives and has expanded its product portfolio to include plant-based meat substitutes. By leveraging its expertise and distribution network, the company can capture market share in the rapidly growing plant-based protein market.

Investing in research and development can drive product innovation and differentiation. Tyson Foods can allocate resources to develop new technologies, improve production processes and enhance product quality. This focus on innovation can enable the company to stay ahead of competitors and meet evolving consumer needs.

Collaborating with strategic partners, such as retailers or food service operators, can create new growth opportunities for Tyson Foods. Joint marketing initiatives, co-branded products, or exclusive distribution agreements can expand the company's market reach and drive sales.

Just like any company, Tyson Foods faces risks and challenges. One of its main risks revolves around consumer preferences. Consumer preferences can shift rapidly, impacting product demand or driving trends toward healthier or more sustainable options. Tyson Foods needs to monitor consumer trends closely and adapt its product offerings to meet changing preferences.

The food industry is subject to extensive regulations, including food safety, labeling, and environmental sustainability. Changes in regulations or the introduction of new legislation can impact Tyson Foods' operations, production processes, and costs.

The food industry is highly competitive, with numerous players vying for market share. Tyson Foods faces intense competition from traditional meat producers and alternative protein companies. Staying competitive requires continuous investment in product innovation, marketing, and operational efficiency.

Disruptions in the supply chain, such as raw material shortages, transportation challenges, or labor issues, can impact Tyson Foods' production capabilities and increase costs. The company must have robust risk management strategies to mitigate such disruptions.

Tyson Foods Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

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89th Percentile Overall Score

TSN MarketRank™: 

Tyson Foods scored higher than 89% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 24th out of 151 stocks in the consumer staples sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

  • Consensus Rating

    Tyson Foods has received a consensus rating of Reduce. The company's average rating score is 1.89, and is based on 1 buy rating, 6 hold ratings, and 2 sell ratings.

  • Amount of Analyst Coverage

    Tyson Foods has been the subject of 5 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.

  • Read more about Tyson Foods' stock forecast and price target.
  • Earnings Growth

    Earnings for Tyson Foods are expected to grow by 17.38% in the coming year, from $3.51 to $4.12 per share.

  • Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

    The P/E ratio of Tyson Foods is 26.20, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 134.66.

  • Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

    The P/E ratio of Tyson Foods is 26.20, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Staples sector average P/E ratio of about 21.99.

  • Price to Earnings Growth Ratio

    Tyson Foods has a PEG Ratio of 0.91. PEG Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued.

  • Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

    Tyson Foods has a P/B Ratio of 1.13. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

  • Percentage of Shares Shorted

    2.01% of the float of Tyson Foods has been sold short.
  • Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

    Tyson Foods has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.6, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
  • Change versus previous month

    Short interest in Tyson Foods has recently increased by 4.28%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.
  • Dividend Yield

    Tyson Foods pays a meaningful dividend of 3.31%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

  • Dividend Growth

    Tyson Foods does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

  • Dividend Coverage

    The dividend payout ratio of Tyson Foods is 88.89%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.

  • Dividend Sustainability

    Based on earnings estimates, Tyson Foods will have a dividend payout ratio of 48.54% next year. This indicates that Tyson Foods will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

  • Read more about Tyson Foods' dividend.
  • Percentage of Shares Shorted

    2.01% of the float of Tyson Foods has been sold short.
  • Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

    Tyson Foods has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.6, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
  • Change versus previous month

    Short interest in Tyson Foods has recently increased by 4.28%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.
  • News Sentiment

    Tyson Foods has a news sentiment score of 1.26. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.69 average news sentiment score of Consumer Staples companies.
  • News Coverage This Week

    MarketBeat has tracked 11 news articles for Tyson Foods this week, compared to 11 articles on an average week.
  • Search Interest

    Only 14 people have searched for TSN on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -18% compared to the previous 30 days.
  • MarketBeat Follows

    12 people have added Tyson Foods to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 500% compared to the previous 30 days.
  • Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

    In the past three months, Tyson Foods insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $26,450,955.00 in company stock.

  • Percentage Held by Insiders

    Only 2.05% of the stock of Tyson Foods is held by insiders.

  • Percentage Held by Institutions

    67.00% of the stock of Tyson Foods is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

  • Read more about Tyson Foods' insider trading history.
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TSN Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Tyson Foods' stock was trading at $53.75 at the beginning of the year. Since then, TSN stock has increased by 9.7% and is now trading at $58.96.
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Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN) announced its earnings results on Monday, August, 5th. The company reported $0.87 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.65 by $0.22. The business's revenue was up 1.6% on a year-over-year basis.
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Tyson Foods subsidiaries include BRF, Keystone Foods, American Proteins Inc, Smart Chicken, AdvancePierre Foods, The Hillshire Brands Company, Bosco's Pizza Co., and others.

Tyson Foods' top institutional shareholders include State Street Corp (3.74%), Pzena Investment Management LLC (3.53%), Wellington Management Group LLP (2.99%) and FMR LLC (2.23%). Insiders that own company stock include John H Tyson, Donnie King, Kevin M Mcnamara, Brady J Stewart, Amy Tu, Noel W White, Johanna Soderstrom, Shane Miller, Adam S Deckinger, Wes Morris and Jason Nichol.
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Shares of TSN stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Tyson Foods investors own include Humana (HUM), American Water Works (AWK), Waste Connections (WCN), Voyager Therapeutics (VYGR), The RMR Group (RMR), DiamondRock Hospitality (DRH) and iShares Micro-Cap ETF (IWC).

Company Calendar

Last Earnings
8/05/2024
Ex-Dividend for 12/13 Dividend
11/29/2024
Dividend Payable
12/13/2024
Today
12/18/2024
Fiscal Year End
9/30/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Poultry slaughtering & processing
Sub-Industry
Packaged Foods & Meats
CUSIP
90249410
Employees
138,000
Year Founded
1935

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$60.67
High Stock Price Target
$76.00
Low Stock Price Target
$51.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+2.5%
Consensus Rating
Reduce
Rating Score (0-4)
1.89
Research Coverage
9 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$800 million
Pretax Margin
2.05%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$53.31 billion
Cash Flow
$6.88 per share
Book Value
$52.03 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
348,569,000
Market Cap
$21.07 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.79

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This page (NYSE:TSN) was last updated on 12/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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