10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2014

DEERE & CO Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Apr 30, 2014

Filed May 29, 2014For Securities:DE

Summary

Deere & Company (DE) reported its Q2 fiscal year 2014 results, showing a decrease in net sales and revenues compared to the prior year, primarily driven by a slowdown in the agriculture and turf segment. While the construction and forestry segment saw modest growth, the overall revenue decline impacted profitability, with net income attributable to Deere & Company decreasing by approximately 10% for the quarter. Despite these top-line pressures, the financial services segment demonstrated improved operating profit, supported by a growing credit portfolio. The company also highlighted its commitment to returning capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, while managing its liquidity effectively through diverse funding sources and maintaining strong credit ratings.

Financial Highlights

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Revenue

$9.95B

23.9% Gross Margin

Net Income

$981.00M

9.9% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$2.65

Total Assets

$60.86B

Cash & Equivalents

$3.08B

Free Cash Flow

-$261.20M

Financial Statements
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Revenue$9.95B
Cost of Revenue$6.87B
Gross Profit$2.37B
R&D Expenses$354.10M
SG&A Expenses$846.50M
Operating Expenses$8.48B
Operating Income$1.59B
Interest Expense$165.80M
Net Income$981.00M
EPS (Basic)$2.67
EPS (Diluted)$2.65
Shares Outstanding (Basic)366.60M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)369.80M

Key Highlights

  • 1Net sales and revenues decreased by 9% to $9.95 billion for the second quarter of fiscal year 2014, compared to $10.91 billion in the same period last year.
  • 2Net income attributable to Deere & Company for the quarter was $980.7 million, a decrease of 10% from $1,084.2 million in the prior year's second quarter.
  • 3The Agriculture and Turf segment experienced a 12% decline in sales, attributed to lower shipment volumes and unfavorable currency impacts.
  • 4The Construction and Forestry segment saw a modest 2% increase in sales, driven by higher shipment volumes.
  • 5Financial Services segment net income increased to $147.7 million from $125.0 million in the prior year's second quarter, driven by growth in the credit portfolio.
  • 6The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.60 per share, an increase of approximately 18% from the previous rate.
  • 7Deere maintained a strong liquidity position, with total cash and cash equivalents and marketable securities of $4.65 billion at the end of the quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver of the decrease in net sales for the second quarter was the underperformance of the Agriculture and Turf segment, which saw a 12% decline in sales due largely to lower shipment volumes and unfavorable currency translation effects.

The Financial Services segment performed well, with net income increasing by approximately 18% year-over-year, driven by growth in its credit portfolio. This contrasts with the Equipment Operations, which saw a decline in net sales and operating profit due to lower shipment volumes and other market pressures.

Deere & Company anticipated company equipment sales to decrease by about 4% for fiscal year 2014 and projected net income attributable to Deere & Company to be approximately $3,300 million.

Yes, the company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.60 per share, representing an increase of approximately 18% from the previous level, indicating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.