Cal‑Maine at the Cycle Bottom: Low Multiple, Strong Cash Flow — A Measured Long
Cal‑Maine (CALM) is the largest U.S. producer of shell eggs and is trading like a cyclical producer at the trough. Recent quarter showed sharply lower sales and earnings as egg prices normalized, but the company's balance sheet, free cash flow and strategic moves (Creighton acquisition, specialty egg mix) argue for a recovery. Valuation is compelli…