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Beyond Meat Inc (BYND)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/27/2025: BYND (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -64.69% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 239.05M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.66 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.66 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3644048 | Beta 2.37 | 52 Weeks Range 2.86 - 10.31 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.86 - 10.31 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.43 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -49.1% | Operating Margin (TTM) -49.32% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -12.79% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1167.03% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 5000 | Enterprise Value 1329165404 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.73 |
Enterprise Value 1329165404 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.73 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.07 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -5.38 | Shares Outstanding 76131296 | Shares Floating 72362076 |
Shares Outstanding 76131296 | Shares Floating 72362076 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.84 | Percent Institutions 44.28 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2.27 | Target Price 5 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 6 | Sell 2 | Strong Sell 3 | |
Strong Sell 3 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Beyond Meat Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Beyond Meat Inc. was founded in 2009 by Ethan Brown. Its mission is to create plant-based meat alternatives. It launched its first product, Beyond Chicken Strips, in 2012, followed by Beyond Burger in 2016. The company went public in May 2019.
Core Business Areas
- Retail: Sells plant-based meat products directly to consumers through grocery stores, supermarkets, and other retail outlets. Includes products like Beyond Burger, Beyond Sausage, and Beyond Meatballs.
- Foodservice: Supplies plant-based meat products to restaurants, fast-food chains, and other foodservice providers. Products are used in burgers, breakfast sandwiches, tacos, and other menu items.
- International: Sales outside of the US, including retail and foodservice channels.
Leadership and Structure
Ethan Brown serves as the CEO and Chairman of the Board. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and various executive teams responsible for operations, finance, marketing, and research and development.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Beyond Burger: A plant-based burger designed to mimic the taste and texture of beef. Competitors include Impossible Foods, Gardein, and other plant-based burger brands. Revenue estimates are difficult to specify due to aggregated reporting. Market share is variable and depends on region and channel.
- Beyond Sausage: A plant-based sausage alternative available in various flavors. Competitors include Impossible Foods, Gardein, Lightlife, and traditional sausage brands. Revenue estimates are difficult to specify due to aggregated reporting. Market share is variable and depends on region and channel.
- Beyond Meatballs: Plant based meatballs with Italian style seasoning. Competitors include Impossible Foods, Gardein, Lightlife and traditional meatball brands. Revenue estimates are difficult to specify due to aggregated reporting. Market share is variable and depends on region and channel.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The plant-based meat market is experiencing growth due to increasing consumer awareness of health, environmental, and ethical concerns related to traditional meat production. The market is competitive, with numerous companies offering plant-based alternatives.
Positioning
Beyond Meat is positioned as a leading brand in the plant-based meat market, known for its innovative products and focus on mimicking the taste and texture of traditional meat. They compete based on taste, ingredients, distribution, and marketing.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global meat market is estimated to be over $1.4 trillion. The plant-based meat TAM is smaller but growing rapidly. Beyond Meat is positioned to capture a share of this growing market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Brand recognition
- Innovative product development
- Strong distribution network
- First-mover advantage
Weaknesses
- Price premium compared to traditional meat
- Inconsistent profitability
- Dependence on a limited number of products
- Negative media coverage regarding ingredients
Opportunities
- Expansion into new product categories
- Increased adoption of plant-based diets
- Partnerships with major restaurant chains
- International market expansion
Threats
- Intense competition from established food companies
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
- Changing consumer preferences
- Regulatory scrutiny
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TSN
- CAG
- HRL
- UNVR
Competitive Landscape
Beyond Meat faces intense competition from established food companies with greater resources and broader product portfolios. Its competitive advantages lie in its brand recognition and innovative products, while its disadvantages include its smaller scale and higher prices.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Experienced rapid growth in its early years, followed by a period of slower growth and increased competition.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary, but generally project continued revenue growth, although profitability remains uncertain.
Recent Initiatives: Focusing on cost reduction, product innovation, and expanding distribution channels.
Summary
Beyond Meat is a leading brand in the plant-based meat market but faces challenges in achieving consistent profitability and maintaining its growth trajectory. Its brand recognition and innovative products are strengths, but it needs to address its cost structure and competition to succeed. The company needs to monitor changing consumer preferences and regulatory scrutiny.
Similar Companies
- TSN
- CAG
- HRL
- UNVR
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Reports
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions are subject to change, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Beyond Meat Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters El Segundo, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-05-02 | Founder, President, CEO & Director Mr. Ethan Brown | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 754 | Website https://www.beyondmeat.com |
Full time employees 754 | Website https://www.beyondmeat.com |
Beyond Meat, Inc., a plant-based meat company, engages in the development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of plant-based meat products under the Beyond brand name in the United States and internationally. The company sells a range of plant-based meat products that replicates beef, pork, and poultry meats. It sells its products through grocery, mass merchandiser, club stores, and natural retailer channels, as well as various food-away-from-home channels, including restaurants, foodservice outlets, and schools. The company was formerly known as Savage River, Inc. and changed its name to Beyond Meat, Inc. in September 2018. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in El Segundo, California.
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