JBS SA. Stock Analysis JBSS3.SA

JBS SA engages in the processing of beef, pork, lamb, chicken, and also produces value added and convenience food products. The company is headquartered in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo and currently employs 280,000 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2007-03-27. The firm's activities are divided into five business segments: Brazil, Seara, JBS USA Beef, JBS USA Pork and PPC. The Brazil segment is responsible for the cattle processing; production and sale of byproducts, such as hides and leather; and production of products whose raw material comes from the slaughter by-products, such as biodiesel, collagen, and hygiene and cleaning. The Saera division focuses on the production and export of chicken and pork. The JBS USA Beef segment is engaged in beef, lamb and prepared foods production and distribution in the United States, Canada and Australia. The JBS USA Pork line is involved in the processing and distribution of pork. The PPC consists of operations of Pilgrims Pride Corp, which is engaged in chicken and pork processing. The firm operates in Brazil, the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, France, Mexico, Argentina, and Paraguay, among others.