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JBS Acquires 80% of Oman Meat Biz—What Wall Street Missed!

JBS S.A. has made headlines with its strategic push into the Middle East via an $150 million acquisition of an 80% stake in an Oman-based meat and poultry business. The remaining 20% will be retained by the Oman Investment Authority, signaling a public-private partnership structure that aligns with the region’s economic diversification goals. The deal grants JBS access to local poultry production sourced from domestic breeders, while beef and lamb processing will rely on livestock sourced from across Africa and the broader Middle East. This move strengthens JBS’s positioning in the Halal protein market, complementing existing facilities in Saudi Arabia and the planned expansion in Jeddah. CEO Gilberto Tomazoni emphasized Oman as a strategic gateway to the region, underscoring proximity to key suppliers and export destinations. The transaction also comes on the heels of a robust Q3 2025 earnings season, with JBS reporting $22.