Live pork prices in Brazil have been hitting record lows, with significant decreases observed across various states, including São Paulo, Federal District, Minas Gerais, Santa Catarina, and Paraná, for the past few weeks. This downturn is primarily due to an oversupply of piglets and stagnant demand, worsened by China's ban on Brazilian beef, leading to increased competition in the swine market. Factors such as the end-of-month financial constraints and the ongoing economic crisis in Brazil further exacerbate the situation. In October, the price of live pigs in São Paulo fell by 11.11%, from R$ 7.73 to R$ 6.40, mirroring similar declines in other states, highlighting the growing challenges within Brazil's pork market.