Deere & Company (de)
DE — Company Overview
Investors tracking DE follow a Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery name listed on NYQ within Industrials.
| Ticker | DE |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $166.07B |
| Last price | $614.84 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
DE — Business Description
The business profile of Deere & Company (DE) reflects its role in Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery. Deere & Company engages in the manufacture and distribution of various equipment worldwide. The company operates through four segments: Production and Precision Agriculture, Small Agriculture and Turf, Construction and Forestry, and Financial Services. The Production and Precision Agriculture segment provides four-wheel-drive track and row crop tractors, harvesters, cotton pickers and strippers, sugarcane harvesters and loaders, soil preparation, tillage, seeding, and crop care equipment, as well as application equipment, including sprayers and nutrient management, soil preparation machinery, and related attachments and service parts. The Small Agriculture and Turf segment offers specialty, utility, and compac…
Official website: https://www.deere.com.
DE — Investment Thesis
Deere & Company (DE) attracts investors weighing Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery fundamentals against current market pricing.
- Revenue is contracting at roughly -11.1% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 34.72× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (27.05×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 1.1% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $166.07B.
Analyst consensus, price targets & estimates is available in Vest Terminal for Professional and Enterprise subscribers.
DE — Financial Health
DE financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.
Profit margin near 10.1% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $1.10B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 376.02 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 34.72× |
| Forward P/E | 27.05× |
| Price / Sales | 3.51× |
| Price / Book | 6.06× |
| Gross margin | 26.0% |
| Operating margin | 17.5% |
| Profit margin | 10.1% |
| Return on equity | 18.3% |
| Debt / Equity | 376.02 |
| Free cash flow | $1.10B |
DE — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Deere & Company (DE) depends on demand trends in Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue decline of -11.1% highlights near-term demand headwinds.
- Earnings declined -8.5% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 8.8% below the 52-week high.
DE — Competitive Position
Deere & Company (DE) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery.
- Market capitalization of $166.07B places DE among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 26.0% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
DE — Strengths
Strengths for Deere & Company (DE) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Return on equity near 18.3% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Positive free cash flow ($1.10B).
- Large Cap scale ($166.07B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
DE — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Deere & Company (DE) based on available data:
- Revenue contraction of -11.1% year-over-year.
- Earnings decline of -8.5% year-over-year.
- Elevated debt-to-equity (376.02).
DE — Opportunities
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
DE — Risks
- Leverage (debt/equity 376.02) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
- Negative revenue growth may signal share loss or cyclical pressure.
DE — Summary
Deere & Company (DE) is a large-cap Industrials company focused on Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery, listed on NYQ. Last price $614.84 with market cap $166.07B. Trailing P/E 34.72×. Revenue declined -11.1% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include return on equity near 18.3% — efficient use of shareholder capital. Key watch items include revenue contraction of -11.1% year-over-year. For analyst estimates, ownership, and live news on DE, upgrade to Vest Terminal Professional.
Deere & Company FAQ
What does Deere & Company (DE) do?
Deere & Company engages in the manufacture and distribution of various equipment worldwide. The company operates through four segments: Production and Precision Agriculture, Small Agriculture and Turf, Construction and Forestry, and Financial Services. The Production and Precisi…
What is DE's P/E ratio?
Deere & Company has a trailing P/E of 34.72× based on publicly available market data.
Does DE pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 1.1%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is DE in?
Deere & Company is classified in Industrials (Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery) on NYQ.
What is DE's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $166.07B.
What are the main risks for DE?
Key risks include negative revenue growth, among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of DE?
Potential positives include return on equity near 18.3% — efficient use of shareholder capital, positive free cash flow ($1.10b).
Where can I get analyst estimates for DE?
Consensus estimates, price targets, and detailed analyst data for Deere & Company are available to Professional subscribers in Vest Terminal — not on this public summary page.