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U.S. beef exports were slightly lower in volume through the first three quarters of 2026, while export value was even with the year-earlier level. Taiwan purchases rose more than 20% and were at a record pace, Mexico and Central America contributed to performance, while South Korean exports declined amid competition from Australian beef.
Strong overseas demand, particularly from Taiwan, supports U.S. beef values despite tighter exportable supplies and reduced volumes. This may underpin cattle demand, while competition in South Korea limits some export growth.
oklahomafarmreport.comCarli DavenportNov 10, 2026After 78 past bullish trade events, Live Cattle moved a median +0.1% over 5 sessions (51% higher; middle half -1.1% to +1.2%), and +0.5% over 20.
Moves of each commodity's benchmark from the last close before the event. Historical reads pool past events of the same kind; they describe what happened, not what will. Not investment advice.
