Live Cattle futures closed lower following comments urging ranchers to reduce prices, which initiated a wave of profit-taking. Live Cattle futures dropped $5.27, with the February contract settling at $240.82. The market saw a significant sell-off in Feeder Cattle futures, which were limit down, including all deferred contracts extending to August 2026. The January Feeder Cattle futures contract was down $9.25, settling at $361.02. Lean Hog futures saw a small decline, but the oversold market is showing signs of support, suggesting the downtrend may be stabilizing. December Lean Hog futures were down $0.92, closing at $82.35, with prices near a two-month low. The market is awaiting more clarity on the effect of the major beef complex decline on the pork market.