Deere & Company reported a strong fourth quarter with net income of $2.246 billion, or $7.44 per share. Worldwide net sales and revenues increased 37% to $15.536 billion. The company's performance was driven by favorable industry fundamentals and strong demand for farm and construction equipment. For fiscal year 2022, net income attributable to Deere & Company was $7.131 billion, or $23.28 per share.
Fourth-quarter net income increased significantly due to a 40% rise in net sales.
Strong execution was demonstrated despite ongoing supply-chain limitations.
The market environment was supported by favorable industry fundamentals and sustained high demand for farm and construction equipment.
The full-year 2023 forecast projects higher sales and net income between $8.0 to $8.5 billion.
Deere anticipates another strong year in 2023, driven by positive farm fundamentals, fleet dynamics, and increased infrastructure investment. The company forecasts net income attributable to Deere & Company for fiscal year 2023 to be in the range of $8.0 billion to $8.5 billion.
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