Itaú BBA Agro Consulting's July 2024 report highlights the resilience of Brazil's pig sector despite rising production costs, with stable profitability indicated by stable high prices and expanded export markets. The sector has seen a 14.5% increase in live animal prices from June 2023, despite a 3% rise in costs. However, exports have experienced mixed results, with a modest 1.5% growth to May 2024, influenced by a significant 39% decrease in exports to China. Despite challenges from European competition, the sector's positive margins, fed by low feed costs and strategic market diversification, are expected to persist, ensuring a promising outlook for Brazilian producers.