Beyond Meat is beyond profitability

Risk/Reward Rating: Negative

Beyond Meat builds fake meat by extracting protein from peas, beans, rice, and other plant stock materials. The company separates plant-based proteins from the fibers via an industrial process and weaves the proteins into the shape of common meat products such as burgers, sausages, meatballs, and chicken tenders. Beyond Meat then uses chemicals and other materials to add the taste, texture, and sensory attributes of real meat products.

The company experienced rapid revenue growth in recent years but is now hitting a soft spot in the marketplace.