Egg prices predicted to jump over 40% in 2025: USDA
Published On Feb 26, 2025, 10:38 AM
The USDA has predicted that retail egg prices in the U.S. will rise by over 40% by 2025 due to ongoing avian flu outbreaks impacting the egg supply. Since 2022, bird flu has resulted in significant bird losses, leading to increased egg prices, which have already surged 53% year-over-year. Elevated prices are expected to continue as the supply struggles to meet demand until conditions improve. Some retailers have already implemented purchasing limits to manage stock levels amid the price surge.
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Given the significant increases in egg prices driven by supply chain disruptions due to bird flu, companies involved in the poultry industry may experience higher profit margins in the short-term. The food supply chain and related businesses may also see impacts from these higher costs. Potential investment opportunities might arise from stocks related to poultry producers or agricultural commodities.
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