By Brazil Stock Guide – JBS (JBSS3), the world’s largest meatpacking company, has reached a historic milestone by joining a leading U.S. stock index, marking a major step in its strategy to enhance its global presence. The company confirmed in an official statement that it will be included in a prominent index of large U.S. companies, with changes taking effect after the market close on September 19, valid from September 22.
The index in question tracks 537 major U.S. companies, collectively worth $51.3 trillion in market capitalization, placing JBS in the spotlight of passive investment funds such as ETFs and index funds. These funds often replicate the index’s composition, creating increased demand for the companies listed within it.
This inclusion further solidifies JBS’s growing presence in the U.S. capital markets, a strategy that gained momentum earlier this year when the company completed a dual listing on the B3 and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). This move aims to attract a more diverse pool of global investors to the company.
The impact of this inclusion is reflected in JBS’s stock performance. Since its NYSE debut on June 12, the company’s shares have risen by 15%. On Tuesday, August 26, the company’s stock hit a historic high of $15.99, marking a significant milestone. Additionally, daily trading volume in U.S. dollars since the listing has surged by 228% compared to 2024’s average, signaling stronger liquidity and growing international investor interest.
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