Boxed beef prices rose for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. The Choice cutout increased by $0.19 to $366.16, while the Select cutout declined $3.64 to $345.24, widening the Choice/Select spread to $20.92. A total of 142 loads were reported. On the primal side, Rib increased to $618.93 (+$8.63), Chuck rose to $301.16 (+$0.63), and Loin moved up to $459.91 (+$1.93). Round decreased to $318.06 (−$5.28), Brisket edged down to $301.60 (−$2.13), Plate slipped to $225.51 (−$1.42), and Flank softened slightly to $199.61 (−$0.43).
