What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Deere & Company's financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2017 and to provide investors with access to the detailed press release, supplemental financial information, and earnings conference call materials.

Where can I find the actual financial results and performance details?

The actual financial results and detailed performance information are not directly within the 8-K text itself. Investors need to refer to the exhibits attached to the filing, specifically Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release and Supplemental Financial Information), Exhibit 99.2 (Other Financial Information), and Exhibit 99.3 (Second Quarter 2017 Earnings Conference Call Information).

Is this filing providing any new forward-looking guidance or outlook?

This 8-K filing primarily reports on past financial performance (Q2 FY17). Any forward-looking guidance or outlook would be found within the content of the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) and potentially discussed during the earnings conference call referenced in Exhibit 99.3.

What is the significance of 'Furnished herewith' versus 'Filed herewith' for the exhibits?

Exhibits marked 'Filed herewith' (like 99.1) are subject to SEC rules regarding liability. Exhibits marked 'Furnished herewith' (like 99.2 and 99.3) are generally not subject to the same level of liability under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, though they still provide important information to investors. The filing clarifies that the furnished information is not deemed 'filed' unless specifically incorporated by reference.

DE 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

Deere & Company (DE) filed an 8-K on May 19, 2017, primarily to furnish its Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2017 financial results and related supplemental information. While the filing itself is brief, it directs investors to Exhibits 99.1, 99.2, and 99.3 for detailed financial performance and discussion points. These exhibits contain the company's press release detailing the second-quarter results, other financial information schedules, and information regarding the earnings conference call. Investors should refer to these attached exhibits for a comprehensive understanding of Deere's financial condition and operational performance during the second quarter of fiscal 2017. The filing is important for understanding the company's recent financial trajectory and outlook as presented in the earnings release and accompanying materials.

Key Highlights

1Deere & Company filed an 8-K on May 19, 2017, reporting on its Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2017 financial results.
2The core financial information is contained within an attached press release and supplemental financial information (Exhibit 99.1).
3Additional financial details and context are provided through 'Other Financial Information' (Exhibit 99.2).
4Information regarding the Second Quarter 2017 Earnings Conference Call is also included (Exhibit 99.3).
5The filing serves as a notification of the release of these financial results and associated investor communications.
6Investors are directed to the referenced exhibits for specific performance metrics, operational updates, and management commentary.

DEERE & CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 19, 2017)

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