Beyond Meat Inc is a pioneering company in the food industry that specializes in producing plant-based meat substitutes designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat products. Their innovative offerings cater to consumers looking for alternatives that align with healthier lifestyles and sustainable practices, addressing concerns around environmental impact, animal welfare, and personal health. Beyond Meat develops a range of products, including burgers, sausages, and ground meat, which are available in grocery stores, restaurants, and foodservice operations, aiming to provide a delicious and satisfying experience for both meat-eaters and those reducing their meat consumption. Read More
Stocks under $10 pique our interest because they have room to grow (as well as the most affordable option contract premiums).
That doesn’t mean they’re bargains though, and we urge investors to be careful as many have risky business models.
Shares of plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND)
fell 8.2% in the afternoon session after the company reported weak first quarter 2025 results which saw revenue, EPS, and EBITDA all fall short of Wall Street's expectations. Sales sank 9%, with U.S. revenue down 17%, as fewer people bought plant-based burgers and sausages.
Margins collapsed, gross margin flipped to a loss, pulled down by excess inventory.
It also pulled full-year guidance, citing uncertainty and poor visibility on category demand. Overall, this was a softer quarter.
Plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 9.1% year on year to $68.73 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.67 per share was 41.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beyond Meat, Inc. (NASDAQ: BYND) (“Beyond Meat” or the “Company”), a leader in plant-based meat, today announced it has successfully closed on a financing facility providing up to $100 million in new senior secured debt from Unprocessed Foods, LLC (“Unprocessed Foods”), an affiliate of Ahimsa Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on advocating for plant-based diets.
The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article.
Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.
A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance.
Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.
Looking back on perishable food stocks’ Q4 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including Pilgrim's Pride (NASDAQ:PPC) and its peers.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) and the rest of the perishable food stocks fared in Q4.
Unprofitable companies can burn through cash quickly, leaving investors exposed if they fail to turn things around.
Without a clear path to profitability, these businesses risk running out of capital or relying on dilutive fundraising.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beyond Meat, Inc. (NASDAQ: BYND) (“Beyond Meat” or “the Company”), a leader in plant-based meat, announced today it will report financial results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2025 on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 after market close.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how Flowers Foods (NYSE:FLO) and the rest of the perishable food stocks fared in Q4.
Investors weren't exactly wrong to be excited about the companies trying to make meal kits and plant-based meat cool. But they sure haven't made any money from those bets. So...what went wrong?
Wrapping up Q4 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the perishable food stocks, including Fresh Del Monte Produce (NYSE:FDP) and its peers.
Investors can certainly boost their returns by concentrating on stocks trading between $1 and $10.
However, a disciplined approach is necessary because many of these businesses are speculative and lack the underlying fundamentals to support their prices.
