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 Fourth Quarter and the full Fiscal Year 2019. It serves as a cover document to incorporate by reference the detailed financial statements and operational performance information contained in an accompanying press release and supplemental financial information (Exhibit 99.1).

Where can I find the specific financial results and operational details?

The specific financial results, including revenue, net income, earnings per share, and other key performance indicators for the Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2019, are detailed in the press release and supplemental financial information filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K. Investors should refer directly to this exhibit for substantive financial data.

What is the significance of Exhibits 99.2 and 99.3 being 'furnished' rather than 'filed'?

When exhibits are 'furnished' (like Exhibits 99.2 and 99.3 in this filing), they are provided to the SEC for informational purposes but do not carry the same legal liability under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as 'filed' documents, unless Deere & Company explicitly incorporates them by reference into other filings. This means the information in these specific exhibits might be less scrutinized or subject to fewer legal consequences if found to be inaccurate, compared to information in 'filed' exhibits.

Does this 8-K provide new financial guidance or outlook for the upcoming fiscal year?

This 8-K filing primarily reports on past financial performance for the Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2019. While the earnings conference call information (Exhibit 99.3) might suggest that future outlook was discussed during the call, the 8-K itself does not typically contain new forward-looking guidance unless it is part of the incorporated press release or a specific separate item. Investors would need to review the earnings call transcript or the referenced press release for any forward-looking statements.

DE 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

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Deere & Company (DE) filed an 8-K on November 27, 2019, to report its Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2019 financial results. This filing primarily serves to incorporate by reference the detailed press release and supplemental financial information (Exhibit 99.1) that outlines the company's performance. Investors should refer to Exhibit 99.1 for specific operational and financial details, as this 8-K acts as a cover document for that information. The report also includes other financial information (Exhibit 99.2) and details regarding the Fourth Quarter 2019 Earnings Conference Call (Exhibit 99.3), both furnished under Regulation FD. While these exhibits provide context and additional data, their classification as "furnished" rather than "filed" means they are not subject to the same liabilities under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 unless specifically incorporated by reference in other filings. The primary value for investors lies in the details provided within the attached press release.

Key Highlights

1Filing of 8-K to report Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2019 financial results.
2Incorporates by reference a press release and supplemental financial information (Exhibit 99.1) with detailed results.
3Includes schedules of Other Financial Information (Exhibit 99.2) furnished under Regulation FD.
4Provides information regarding the Fourth Quarter 2019 Earnings Conference Call (Exhibit 99.3).
5Most detailed financial and operational performance metrics are contained within the referenced Exhibit 99.1.
6Exhibits 99.2 and 99.3 are furnished, not filed, and do not carry the same liability unless specifically incorporated.
7Report filed on November 27, 2019, reflecting results for the period ending around that date.

DEERE & CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 27, 2019)

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