Livestock markets end the week with mixed momentum as Cattle futures extend their upward move while Lean Hogs struggle. October Live Cattle futures closed $1.85 higher to $219.67, gaining $7.50 on the week amid lighter cash cattle trade and mixed wholesale box beef reports. Feeder Cattle futures also surged, with the October contract jumping $4.95 to $332.50, driven by steady demand. Meanwhile, Lean Hogs faced downward pressure, as the October contract dropped $1.62 to $81.52, snapping a two-week climb. Volatility also ticked higher, with Lean Hogs CVOL reaching its highest level since June.
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