Cattle futures advanced above recent highs early in the session, sold off on profit taking, then recovered to finish only slightly lower than Friday's final prices.

Cattle futures advanced despite lower wholesale prices, while pork futures declined.

Cattle futures advanced sharply in reaction to a report indicating fewer animals would come to market in coming months.

Cattle futures advanced on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange ahead of the report.

Cattle futures advanced on follow-through buying from Wednesday's strong close.

Cattle futures advanced, reflecting better prices on the cash markets.

Cattle futures advanced the 1 1/2-cents-a-pound daily limit before losing part of their gains.

Cattle futures advanced in cautious trading ahead of Government reports on supply.

Cattle futures advanced, hogs were mixed and precious metals declined.

Cattle futures advanced and pork futures declined in trading affected by traders' economic worries.