Tyson Foods, Inc.
TSNConsumer DefensiveNASDAQFarm Products
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer defensive sector, Tyson Foods, Inc. focuses on Farm Products services and products. Tyson Foods, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a food company worldwide. With a market capitalization of $20.34B, it sits in large-cap territory. It operates through four segments: Beef, Pork, Chicken, and Prepared Foods.
Market Cap
$20.34B
Beta
0.39
P/E (TTM)
45.49
P/E (Fwd)
12.89
EPS (TTM)
$1.27
EPS (Fwd)
$4.48
ROE
2.6%
ROA
2.5%
Cash
$500.0M
Total Debt
$8.08B
Free CF
$1.03B
52W Change
8.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Tyson Foods, Inc. carries $8.08B in total debt against $500.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 16.2x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $1.03B in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 2.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $53.28B (2022) to $54.44B (2025).
The relatively low beta of 0.39 suggests TSN is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Tyson Foods, Inc.'s trajectory.