Beyond Meat shares drop nearly 10% after weak Q2 sales forecast amid declining demand for meat alternatives

Beyond Meat's stock fell nearly 10% after hours following a second-quarter sales forecast that missed Wall Street expectations. The company, known for plant-based burgers and protein drinks, is facing declining consumer demand for meat alternatives. Over the past year, its shares have dropped nearly 56%, signaling ongoing challenges in the alternative meat market. This weak outlook suggests that Beyond Meat may continue to struggle in the near term as consumer interest wanes.