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Jan 26

Deere Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Key Takeaways

Deere & Company reported a significant decline in revenue and net income due to lower shipment volumes across all segments. Despite this, the company remains focused on optimizing inventory and maintaining profitability in a challenging market.

Total Revenue
$8.51B
Previous year: $12.2B
-30.2%
EPS
$3.19
Previous year: $6.23
-48.8%
Operating Margin
10.23%
Previous year: 0.18%
+5581.5%
Gross Profit
$1.77B
Previous year: $4.99B
-64.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$7.82B
Previous year: $5.14B
+52.1%
Free Cash Flow
-$1.92B
Previous year: -$1.72B
+11.5%
Total Assets
$103B
Previous year: $101B
+1.7%

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Deere Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Deere expects revenue declines across all segments due to lower equipment demand, but cost management efforts should help maintain profitability.

Positive Outlook

  • Net income guidance remains stable at $5.0B to $5.5B
  • Strategic inventory management supports profitability
  • Cost reductions helping offset lower revenue
  • Financial services segment remains strong
  • Stability in South American tractor and combine market

Challenges Ahead

  • Large Ag sector in North America expected to decline ~30%
  • Construction equipment sales forecasted to drop ~10%
  • Continued pricing pressure on equipment sales
  • Uncertainty due to potential trade tariffs
  • Higher R&D and SG&A expenses impacting margins

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income