Summary
This 8-K filing from Deere & Company, filed on March 4, 2013, primarily serves as a Regulation FD disclosure. It announces Deere's intention to release commentary on its February 2013 retail sales figures in the following week. This commentary will follow the monthly industry sales announcement by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), typically around the tenth of the month. The release will provide insights into Deere's performance across its key segments, including farm machinery, selected turf & utility equipment, and construction equipment, in relation to the broader industry data. This proactive communication aims to keep investors informed about the company's sales trends and market conditions.
Key Highlights
- 1Deere & Company announced its plan to release commentary on February 2013 retail sales.
- 2The sales commentary will be made available shortly after the AEM industry sales report.
- 3The announcement will be accessible via a recorded telephone message and on the company's investor website.
- 4The commentary will cover retail sales of farm machinery, turf & utility equipment, and construction equipment.
- 5This disclosure is made under Regulation FD to ensure fair and simultaneous dissemination of information.
- 6The AEM industry sales report is typically released around the 10th of each month.
- 7Investors can access the information on www.JohnDeere.com/Investors or by calling (309) 765-5149.