The article provides an overview of the current state of the beef cattle market, detailing reduced slaughterhouse activity due to low orders and the effect of pork promotions in supermarkets. It highlights the challenge of balancing household budgets in the aftermath of the holidays, which could impact sales in the second half of January. Despite these challenges, the market is seeing regular trade and stable prices for high-quality and meaty breeds, while lean animals are undervalued. The market is expected to remain balanced with stable prices for meat quality females, conformation animals, and dairy breeds, although future needs may become more difficult to meet. Young cattle trade is also expected to remain balanced with stable prices.