8-KRegulation FD

DEERE & CO 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Jun 3, 2013)

Filed June 3, 2013For Securities:DE

Summary

Deere & Company (DE) announced in this 8-K filing dated June 3, 2013, its intention to release a monthly commentary on its retail sales performance for May 2013. This statement will be made available following the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) monthly industry sales report, typically around the 10th of the month. The commentary will offer insights into Deere's retail sales of farm machinery, select turf and utility equipment, and construction equipment, alongside commentary on the broader AEM industry data. This proactive disclosure is significant for investors as it signals a commitment to providing timely updates on sales trends and market conditions. The ability to access this information via both telephone and the company's investor website (www.JohnDeere.com/Investors) enhances transparency and allows investors to quickly gauge Deere's sales trajectory and its potential implications for the company's financial performance in the near term.

Key Highlights

  • 1Deere & Company (DE) will release a monthly retail sales commentary for May 2013.
  • 2The commentary will be provided after the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) industry sales report, expected around the 10th of the month.
  • 3The announcement covers retail sales of farm machinery, turf & utility equipment, and construction equipment.
  • 4Investors will be able to access the sales commentary via a recorded telephone message.
  • 5The information will also be available on Deere's investor website: www.JohnDeere.com/Investors.
  • 6This initiative demonstrates Deere's commitment to timely disclosure of sales performance and market insights.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to inform investors that Deere & Company plans to release a monthly commentary on its retail sales performance, beginning with the May 2013 sales data.

The commentary is expected to be available shortly after the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) releases its monthly industry sales report, which typically occurs around the 10th of each month. For May 2013 sales, this would likely be in early June.

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

Investors can access the retail sales commentary in two ways: by calling a recorded telephone message at (309) 765-5149 or by visiting the company's investor website at www.JohnDeere.com/Investors.