Cal-Maine Foods, Inc.
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Daily timeframeCal-Maine Foods, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the production, grading, packaging, marketing, and distribution of shell eggs, egg products, and prepared foods in the United Sates. Valued at $2.92B, CALM is a mid-cap name in its sector. It operates through Conventional Shell Eggs, Specialty Shell Eggs, and Prepared Foods segments.
Market Cap
$2.92B
Beta
0.23
P/E (TTM)
50.89
P/E (Fwd)
61.67
EPS (TTM)
$1.23
EPS (Fwd)
$1.01
ROE
2.4%
ROA
0.4%
Cash
$767.6M
Total Debt
$0
Free CF
-$175.8M
52W Change
-30.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CALM stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, CALM finished 20.24% below its 150-day moving average ($77.78) and 21.32% below its 200-day moving average ($78.85). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CALM overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, CALM's RSI(14) was 27.3, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. reports $767.6M in cash and $0 in total debt. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$175.8M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 2.4%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 0.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $3.15B (2023) to $2.91B (2026).
With a beta below 0.7, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing CALM's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.