Live Cattle Price — Chart — Historical Data
211.72
-1.88 (-0.88%)
USd/Lbs
What drives this market
Live cattle futures represent contracts for the delivery of fed cattle ready for slaughter, primarily reflecting the U.S. beef market. Key price drivers include feed grain costs, cattle inventory levels, packer demand, and consumer beef spending; the U.S. is one of the world's largest beef producers and exporters. Seasonal demand shifts — such as summer grilling season — can influence short-term price movements. Prices are quoted in U.S. cents per pound.
Market context
Live cattle are trading at 213.60 USd/lb, declining 2.55% over the past week and 3.90% over the past month. The commodity is down 9.48% year-to-date and 10.27% compared to one year ago, reflecting a sustained downward trend across all measured timeframes.
as of Aug 25, 05:32 UTC — Alternative Markets.AI| %Chg | Weekly | Monthly | YTD | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Cattle | -0.88% | -2.55% | -3.90% | -9.48% | -10.27% |
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| Related | Price | %Chg |
|---|---|---|
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