Germany: V-price 1.70 €/kg (range 1.70 - 1.70 €/kg)
The weekly slaughter figures were 712,625 (previous week: 676,423) The slaughter weights were 98.7 kg, compared to 98.6 kg in the previous week.
The pre-registrations for the current week amount to 278,600 (previous week: 280,300)
The ISN auction on Tue, 11.11.2025 took place without agreement in the trade.
The V-price is for the period from 13.11.2025 to 19.11.2025has been set at €1.70/kg within a range of €1.70 - €1.70/kg .
Market and price development in selected competitor countries:
In Denmark , comparably calculated prices remained unchanged at €1.63/kg in week 46, 2025.
In Belgium, there was no change in the 46th week of 2025. The price therefore remains at € 1.48/kg.
In the Netherlands , prices remain unchanged in week 46, 2025and stand at €1. 58/kg.
In France/Brittany , the comparable prices are unchanged in week 46 and stand at €1.70/kg.
In Italy the quotations in the 46th week of 2025 are 5 ct to 2.41 €/kg fell.
In Spain the comparable price in the 46th week of 2025 fell by 1 ct and stands at 1.80 €/kg is now lower.
USA: at a dollar exchange rate of 1.16 $ = 1.00 € , producer prices are currently around 1.56 €/kg and have therefore fallen by around 7 ct compared to the previous week. (The dollar has weakened by 1 ct). While the supply of pigs remained high, as is typical for the season, domestic demand was rather subdued after the end of the barbecue season, but showed initial impetus in the run-up to the holiday season. On the cost side, producers benefited from favorable feed prices, which improved the profitability of production. At the same time, international demand, particularly from Mexico and Canada, remained robust. Despite the price reduction compared to the previous week, observers are cautiously optimistic and assume that prices have bottomed out for the time being.
Brazil: Current producer prices are the equivalent of €1.85/kg and have risen significantly compared to the previous week. Domestic sales picked up just in time for the payment of wages and Christmas bonuses, while supply remained noticeably tight due to declining slaughter figures. At the same time, new export markets such as the Philippines and Mexico helped to compensate for the decline in demand from China and broaden the international sales base. In political terms, a new decree on more flexible meat controls provided relief for slaughterhouses and strengthened export capabilities. The industry was confident: with solid demand, stable animal health and a growing global presence, Brazil's pig industry believes it is well positioned for the year-end business.
China: Prices in China fell again last week to the equivalent of €1.91/kg on the spot market. China's pig market was once again under pressure last week, characterized by persistent oversupply and subdued domestic demand. Production remains high as large farms continue to utilize their capacities, while smaller fatteners are increasingly being forced out of the market. At the same time, seasonally weak demand is slowing down sales, although the upcoming winter business is providing hope. The announcement that tariffs on US imports would be lowered again also put pressure on the market.
Conclusion
The slaughter pig market is largely balanced, with regional differences in the marketing process. While technical problems at slaughter lines led to delays in some regions, sales were brisk in other areas. Demand is picking up slightly due to seasonal factors, which is reflected in better meat marketing. Slaughter figures are below the previous year's level, while slaughter weights are up slightly. The situation on the piglet market remains stable, with regional differences in the purchase of additional batches.
ZMP Live Expert Opinion
The current market situation shows a stabilizing trend without price-determining impulses. The incipient seasonal effect around the Christmas period is ensuring a moderate increase in demand, particularly for prime cuts. However, the need for additional batches of pigs remains limited. Structural change in the south, with possible closures of large slaughterhouses, could affect regional marketing channels in the longer term and reduce competitive pressure. Within the EU, the downward trend has largely come to a halt, which increasingly points to a more relaxed situation, albeit at a low price level.
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