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Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (CALM)

74.72

-1.77 (2.31%)

as of May 29, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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May 30, 2026, 12:00 am

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Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (CALM) has experienced significant fluctuations in its stock value, primarily influenced by the recent sharp decline in egg prices, which dropped from $8 in March 2025 to approximately $1.15 in October. This decrease is expected to weigh heavily on the company's shares, and investors should be aware of the potential for ongoing volatility. The current valuation reflects an anticipated slowdown, currently priced at about 10 times forward earnings. Experts suggest that while it may not be the best time for aggressive investment, holding the stock may still be prudent if one can exhibit a degree of patience. Market sentiment indicates a need for cautious observation in the coming months as the industry adjusts to the rapid price changes.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Fair Value

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HOLD

Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research

Egg prices have gone from $8 in March 2025 down to $1.15 in October. This declineis going to be a weight on shares and CALM does tend to have the large ebbs and flows. The valuation is accounting for a slowdown already, at 10X forward earnings. We think it is fine to hold but a bit of patience might be needed here.
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DON'T BUY

Shares are down, because people feel that the shortage will end. Trades at a 4-5x PE, so shares will go lower, and it's not as cheap as you think.

BUY

It's rising, not because of any egg shortage, but because those who take GLP-1 weight-loss drugs need the protein that eggs supply.

DON'T BUY

It's either up or down huge, and their big yield signals trouble ahead.

DON'T BUY

It's too focussed on commodities, and is too much of a rollercoaster.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Apr 01/21, Up 24.9%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with MRK has triggered its stop at $50. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time. This will result in a net investment gain of 29%, when combined with the previous buy recommendation.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Apr 01/21, Up 42%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with CALM is progressing well. We now recommend trailing up the stop (from $42) to $50 at this time.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Apr 01/21, Up 21.7%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with CALM has achieved its $47 objective. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position and trailing up the stop (from $39) to $42.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Apr 01/21, Up 11.5%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with CALM is progressing well. We now recommend trailing up the stop (from $33) to $39.

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TOP PICK

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly CALM is the largest producer of regular shell and specialty eggs in the US. It carries no debt and has been growing its cash flow. They maintain a strong balance sheet by reducing the dividend following a quarterly financial loss. Recently reported EPS of $0.28 beat expectations of $0.07. The company announced a $0.034 dividend (implied payout ratio of 12%). We would buy this with a stop loss at $33, looking to achieve $47 -- upside potential over 20%. Yield 0.3% (Analysts’ price target is $47.00)

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TOP PICK

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly CALM produces and distributes eggs for sale to national grocery and food service companies. With more people cooking at home, sales have been strong -- up over 11% over the year and beating analyst expectations by 4%. EPS of $0.25, also beat expecations of a $0.08 loss. As restaurants re-open sales should grow further. Analysts expect the dividend to be re-instated soon. We would buy this with a stop-loss at $34, looking to achieve $47 -- just over 20% upside. Yield 0% (Analysts’ price target is $47.00)

COMMENT

This is a staple and you are not going to see huge growth, but you also won’t see huge downside. Covered calls is probably a great strategy.

COMMENT

Chart shows it had formed a double top at around $60 and got repelled there. Has a base of around $50 now. It is in a band. You can wait for it to break out or buy it at the lower level.

TRADE

This is an egg producer. Eggs are something that people will continue to eat, but overall people will eat less.

TOP PICK

Egg prices have gone up very substantially in the US because of fewer hens per cage. Company has had huge earnings growth. Trading at 6X trailing earnings. Pays about a 5% dividend yield. Extremely good value.

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Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (CALM) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cal-Maine Foods Inc. stock symbol?

Cal-Maine Foods Inc. is a American stock, trading under the symbol CALM (previously CALM-Q on Stockchase) on the NASDAQ (CALM). It is usually referred to as NASDAQ:CALM or CALM

Is Cal-Maine Foods Inc. a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 1 stock analyst published opinions about CALM (previously CALM-Q on Stockchase). 0 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Cal-Maine Foods Inc..

Is Cal-Maine Foods Inc. a good investment or a top pick?

Cal-Maine Foods Inc. was recommended as a Top Pick by Allan Jacobs on 2008-08-27. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Cal-Maine Foods Inc..

Why is Cal-Maine Foods Inc. stock dropping?

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Is Cal-Maine Foods Inc. worth watching?

1 stock analyst on Stockchase covered Cal-Maine Foods Inc. in the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Cal-Maine Foods Inc. stock price?

On 2026-05-29, Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (CALM) stock closed at a price of $74.72.

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