Dec 31, 2024

AGCO Q4 2024 Earnings Report

AGCO's Q4 2024 earnings decreased compared to the prior year due to lower sales volume and challenging market conditions, but were supported by strong cost control measures.

Key Takeaways

AGCO reported net sales of $2.9 billion for Q4 2024, a decrease of 24.0% compared to Q4 2023. Reported net loss was $(3.42) per share, while adjusted net income was $1.97 per share. The company cut production hours by 33% in the fourth quarter and ended the year with lower company and dealer inventory compared to 2023.

Net sales decreased by 24.0% compared to the fourth quarter of 2023.

Reported a net loss of $(3.42) per share, including impairment charges and restructuring expenses.

Adjusted net income was $1.97 per share, compared to $3.78 per share in Q4 2023.

Adjusted operating margin was 9.9% despite challenging market dynamics.

Total Revenue
$2.89B
Previous year: $3.8B
-24.0%
EPS
$1.97
Previous year: $3.78
-47.9%
Gross Profit
$689M
Previous year: $983M
-29.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$613M
Previous year: $596M
+2.9%
Free Cash Flow
$684M
Previous year: $740M
-7.6%
Total Assets
$11.2B
Previous year: $11.4B
-2.0%

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Forward Guidance

AGCO expects net sales for 2025 to be approximately $9.6 billion. Adjusted operating margins are projected to be approximately 7% - 7.5%, and earnings per share are targeted at approximately $4.00 - $4.50.

Positive Outlook

  • Increased cost controls
  • Moderately lower investments in engineering
  • Flat pricing
  • Farmer-First strategy
  • Ongoing restructuring program

Challenges Ahead

  • Lower sales volumes
  • Unfavorable foreign currency translation
  • Lower production volumes
  • Weakening industry demand
  • Challenging farm economics

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income