DEERE & CO (DE) Factsheet
DEERE & CO (DE) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-K filed 2025-12-18. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 5.5%. FCF margin 14.1%. D/E 2.1x. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 5.5% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 14.1% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 2.1x | Elevated debt |
ROIC 5.5% — Bottom 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 14.1% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: DEERE & CO earns 5.5% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Industrials
ROIC TTM 5.5%, sector median 7.3%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 9.7% × asset turnover 0.4x. Operating margin 12.5%. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
| Metric | DE | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 5.5% | Warning | Below sector median of 7.3% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 18.5% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Operating Margin | 12.5% | Good | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: DEERE & CO generates $6.7B FCF at 14.1% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $6.7B. FCF margin 14.1%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 1.7x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
| Metric | DE | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 14.1% | Good | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $6.7B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.7x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: DEERE & CO at 2.1x leverage
Debt/Equity 2.1x. Total debt $57.8B, cash & investments $8.1B. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
| Metric | DE | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 2.1x | Warning | Elevated leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-49.7B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: DEERE & CO trades at 32.6x earnings
P/E 32.6x. EV/Sales 4.3x. FCF yield 4.3%. Dividend yield 1.1%. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
| Metric | DE | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 32.6x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 4.3x | Good | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 4.3% | Good | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 1.1% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: DEERE & CO returns 1.6% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 1.6% (div 1.1% + buyback 0.5%). Capital returned $2.6B TTM. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
| Metric | DE | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.6% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.5% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $2.6B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 5.5% | Bottom 50% | 0.7x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 14.1% | Top 25% | 3.0x above |
| Operating Margin | 12.5% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 18.5% | Top 50% | 2.1x above |
| P/E Ratio | 32.6x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DE | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 5.5% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 7.3%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 14.1% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 4.7%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 211.0% | Warning | High financial leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 32.6x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 4.3% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is DEERE & CO's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
DEERE & CO (DE) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 5.5%. Sector median 7.3%. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: What is DEERE & CO's Free Cash Flow Margin?
DEERE & CO (DE) has a free cash flow margin of 14.1%, generating $6.7 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: What is DEERE & CO's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
DEERE & CO (DE) trades at a P/E ratio of 32.6x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 4.3x. FCF yield 4.3%. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: Does DEERE & CO pay a dividend?
DEERE & CO (DE) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.1%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 1.6%. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: How much debt does DEERE & CO have?
DEERE & CO (DE) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.1x with total debt of $57.8 billion. Net debt $49.7 billion. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: What is DEERE & CO's revenue and earnings growth?
DEERE & CO (DE) grew revenue by 4.0% year-over-year. EPS -14.7% YoY. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: Is DEERE & CO buying back stock?
DEERE & CO (DE) repurchased $800.0 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.5%. Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Q: How does DEERE & CO compare to competitors in Industrials?
Compared to other companies in Industrials, DEERE & CO (DE) shows: ROIC 5.5%, sector median 7.3% (Bottom 50%). FCF margin 14.1%, sector median 4.7% (Top 25%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Industrials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with DEERE & CO?
Quantitative warning flags for DEERE & CO (DE): 1) debt/equity 2.1x (above 1.5x threshold). Source: 10-K filed 2025-12-18.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-K filed 2025-12-18. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.