8-KRegulation FD

DEERE & CO 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Apr 2, 2012)

Filed April 2, 2012For Securities:DE

Summary

Deere & Company announced on April 2, 2012, that it will be releasing a monthly commentary on its March retail sales performance. This commentary will be made available to investors via a recorded telephone message and on the company's investor relations website shortly after the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) releases its monthly industry sales data, typically around the tenth of the month. This disclosure provides investors with an early look into Deere's sales trends in key segments, including farm machinery, turf & utility equipment, and construction equipment. The commentary is expected to offer insights into how the company's performance aligns with or deviates from broader industry trends, allowing for timely assessment of operational performance and market conditions.

Key Highlights

  • 1Deere & Company to release monthly commentary on March retail sales.
  • 2Commentary will be available via recorded telephone message and online.
  • 3Release to follow the Association of Equipment Manufacturers' (AEM) monthly industry sales report.
  • 4Covers retail sales of farm machinery, turf & utility equipment, and construction equipment.
  • 5Provides investors with timely insights into company and industry sales performance.
  • 6Information expected to be available around the tenth of each month.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to inform investors that Deere & Company will begin releasing monthly commentary on its retail sales performance, starting with the March 2012 sales figures.

The commentary is expected to be available shortly after the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) releases its monthly industry sales data, which typically occurs around the tenth day of each month.

The commentary will provide insights into Deere's retail sales of farm machinery, selected turf & utility equipment, and construction equipment.

Investors can access the information via a recorded telephone message at (309) 765-5149 or on the company's investor relations website at www.JohnDeere.com/Investors.