JBS (JBSAY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

JBS S.A. (OTCMKTS: JBSAY) is a leading global processor of fresh and processed proteins, with a diverse portfolio spanning beef, pork, poultry and value-added prepared foods. The company operates at every stage of production, from livestock procurement and processing to distribution and sale, delivering a range of products for retail, food service and industrial customers. JBS’s offerings include fresh cuts, processed meats, ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat items, as well as by-products such as leather, collagen and biodiesel.

Headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, JBS has built an integrated supply chain that encompasses feedlots, slaughter facilities, packing plants and logistics networks. Its beef segment sources cattle from Brazil, North America and Australia, while pork and poultry operations extend across the Americas and Europe. The company’s prepared foods division produces sausages, cold cuts and gourmet items under various regional brands, catering to evolving consumer preferences for convenience and quality.

JBS serves customers in more than 150 countries, supported by major operating units in North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Oceania. In the United States, the company operates through its Pilgrim’s Pride subsidiary, one of the largest poultry producers in the country. In Australia, JBS owns several processing facilities that supply both domestic and export markets. European activities include fresh and processed protein sales, complemented by distribution hubs that enhance the company’s reach across the continent.

Founded in 1953 by José Batista Sobrinho in Anápolis, Brazil, JBS has grown from a local butcher shop into one of the world’s largest protein producers. The company’s expansion has been driven by strategic acquisitions, vertical integration and investments in technology and sustainability. Today, JBS is led by a global executive team under the guidance of CEO Gilberto Tomazoni, focusing on operational excellence, food safety and environmental stewardship to meet the demands of a growing population.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $13.90 to $15.50
• 50-Day Range: $13.72 to $16.75
• 52-Week Range: $10.18 to $18.02
• Volume: 259,253 shs
• Average Volume: 87,358 shs
• Market Capitalization: $16.01 billion
• P/E Ratio: 8.20
• Dividend Yield: 14.40%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Buy

JBS Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

JBS scored higher than 47% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for JBS.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of JBS is 8.20, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 25.28.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of JBS is 8.20, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Staples sector average P/E ratio of about 20.00.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

JBS has a P/B Ratio of 1.97. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 5.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.02% of the float of JBS has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

JBS has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.3, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in JBS has recently decreased by 8.26%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Leadership

JBS is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 14.40%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Growth

JBS does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of JBS is 118.18%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.02% of the float of JBS has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

JBS has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.3, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in JBS has recently decreased by 8.26%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.44

News Sentiment

JBS has a news sentiment score of 0.44. 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 lower news sentiment than the 0.83 average news sentiment score of Consumer Staples companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for JBS this week, compared to 3 articles on an average week.

Search Interest

1 people have searched for JBSAY on MarketBeat in the last 30 days.

MarketBeat Follows

2 people have added JBS to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, JBS insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 0.07% of the stock of JBS is held by institutions.

JBSAY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have JBSAY shares performed this year?

JBS's stock was trading at $11.88 at the start of the year. Since then, JBSAY stock has increased by 21.5% and is now trading at $14.44.
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How were JBS's earnings last quarter?

JBS SA (OTCMKTS:JBSAY) posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, May, 13th. The company reported $0.46 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.45 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $19.53 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $18.67 billion. JBS had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 21.85% and a net margin of 2.46%.

How do I buy shares of JBS?

Shares of JBSAY 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.

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 5/13/2025
• Today: 7/03/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/12/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Consumer Staples
• Industry: FOOD - MEAT PRODS
• Sub-Industry: Food Products
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:JBSAY
• CIK: 1450123
• Web: www.jbs.com.br
• Phone: 551131444000
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 280,000
• Year Founded: 1953

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $1.76
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 8.20
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $1.77 billion
• Net Margins: 2.46%
• Pretax Margin: 3.86%
• Return on Equity: 21.85%
• Return on Assets: 4.68%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 2.32
• Current Ratio: 1.62
• Quick Ratio: 0.93

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $77.18 billion
• Price / Sales: 0.21
• Cash Flow: $3.57 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 4.05
• Book Value: $7.33 per share
• Price / Book: 1.97

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 1,109,060,000
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: $16.01 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.79