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Market Activity & Analysis

Today’s Market

Steady demand from China and the automotive sector continue. More steer activity was reported today. A number of selections jumped up in price, light Heavy Native Steers (HNS) were reported at $37 and jumbos HNS at $40 and $42. Jumbo Heavy Texas Steers at $32, Branded Steers (BS) at $27 and jumbos BS at $28, light Butt Branded Steers (BBS) at $34 and jumbo BBS at $34 and $36.

The USDA Export Sales Report was released today for week-ending October 24, posting cured outstanding sales at $3.423 million,…