Deere & Company (DE)

Sep 27, 2026

This article examines three major farm-related stocks—Deere, Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM), and Bunge Global—highlighting their dividend prospects and financial performance. It discusses how each company generates income from different parts of the agricultural supply chain and analyzes their dividend safety, bull cases, and risks, providing insights into which stock might best suit various investor portfolios.

Sep 26, 2026

Deere (NYSE:DE) is expanding its integration of artificial intelligence and autonomy across its agricultural and construction machinery to help growers optimize operations and increase precision. The company views smart machinery as a key strategy to enhance customer loyalty and differentiate its products, especially as demand for traditional agricultural equipment cools. This technological push positions Deere to capitalize on trends like precision agriculture and automation, addressing labor shortages and sustainability goals in the industrial sector.

Sep 25, 2026

Envestnet Asset Management Inc. increased its stake in Enbridge Inc. (NYSE:ENB) by 0.7% in the second quarter, now holding 3.84 million shares valued at $208.4 million. Enbridge has a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with a target price of $71.17, and reported strong quarterly earnings exceeding estimates. The company also offers an annualized dividend of C$3.88 per share, yielding approximately 8.2%.

Sep 24, 2026

Deere & Co. (DE) stock fell by 2.05% on Thursday, closing at $694.94, despite a three-day winning streak. This underperformance occurred during a generally dismal trading session, with the S&P 500 Index experiencing a slight decrease of 0.02% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 0.31%.

Sep 24, 2026

Kodiak AI and DTL Transport have successfully completed their first autonomous trucking deliveries in California, utilizing a new permit from the California DMV. This pilot program involves hauling perishable goods between Fresno and Los Angeles, aiming to understand how autonomous operations can enhance supply chain resilience, reliability, and safety while potentially mitigating rising food costs. The collaboration highlights California's role in freight innovation and paves the way for further expansion of autonomous trucking technology.

Sep 24, 2026

4Rivers Equipment, a Greeley-based dealer, is celebrating its 100th anniversary by receiving its 10th John Deere Onyx Circle Award. This award recognizes top-performing John Deere dealerships for their excellence in customer support, operational performance, and leadership. The company attributes this achievement to its dedicated employees, strong customer relationships, and continuous adaptation to changes in equipment and technology.

Sep 24, 2026

Bank of America has raised its price target for Deere & Company (NYSE:DE) to $715.00 from $667.00, suggesting a potential upside of 0.79% from its previous closing price. This adjustment comes amidst a generally positive analyst sentiment, with the stock holding a "Moderate Buy" rating and a consensus target price of $686.10. Deere recently surpassed earnings estimates, reporting an EPS of $5.10 against a $4.69 consensus, and revenue of $12.61 billion, marking a 6.2% year-over-year increase.

Sep 23, 2026

State Street Corp increased its stake in Fastenal Company by 1.6% in the second quarter, purchasing an additional 869,793 shares to bring its total holdings to 56.44 million shares, valued at over $2.7 billion. Institutional investors collectively own 81.38% of Fastenal. Analysts currently have a "Hold" rating for Fastenal, with an average price target of $49.50, following the company's recent report of 14.7% year-over-year revenue growth and a dividend increase.

Sep 23, 2026

Andra AP fonden significantly reduced its stake in Deere & Company (NYSE:DE) by 30.8% in the second quarter, bringing its total holdings to $13.53 million. Despite this reduction, other institutional investors increased their positions in Deere, while analysts maintained a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with a target price of $680.73. The company reported strong financial performance, beating earnings estimates and announcing a quarterly dividend.

Sep 22, 2026

Bank of America Corp DE has acquired 1.14 million shares of CareTrust REIT, Inc. (NYSE:CTRE) during the second quarter, valued at approximately $45.9 million, representing a 0.48% stake in the company. Institutional investors collectively own 87.77% of CTRE. CareTrust REIT reported strong quarterly earnings and a dividend payout, while analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus with an average price target of $44.50.

Sep 22, 2026

This article examines Emerson Electric (NYSE: EMR) within the context of current industrial stock trends, focusing on how the company's role in industrial automation and control technology aligns with the rising demand from data-center construction and automation. It emphasizes a company-specific analysis over broad sector trends, questioning whether market enthusiasm for EMR is supported by concrete execution and future operational updates. The piece also discusses the impact of the NYSE Composite on sentiment and the importance of direct peer comparison for EMR.

Sep 22, 2026

Erste Group Bank has increased its FY2027 EPS forecast for Deere & Company to $22.68, exceeding the current consensus of $18.12. This revision follows Deere's strong recent quarterly performance, where it surpassed earnings and revenue expectations. Despite a "Moderate Buy" consensus from analysts, weak demand in the farm-equipment sector remains a potential risk for future results.

Sep 21, 2026

Louis Navellier has updated his Stock Grader recommendations for 95 blue-chip stocks based on institutional buying pressure and fundamental health. The article details a comprehensive list of upgrades and downgrades across various sectors, with notable changes including eBay being upgraded to "Strong" and Airbnb downgraded to "Neutral." Navellier encourages subscribers to use Stock Grader for personalized stock ratings.

Sep 19, 2026

Engineers Gate Manager LP has acquired a new position in NIQ Global Intelligence plc, purchasing 128,254 shares valued at approximately $1.20 million in the second quarter. Other institutional investors also increased their stakes in NIQ Global Intelligence, indicating growing interest. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for NIQ, with an average price target of $18.50, following positive Q2 earnings that surpassed estimates.

Sep 18, 2026

This article compares Darden Restaurants (DRI) and McDonald's (MCD) as dividend investments for retirement portfolios. It concludes that McDonald's is the superior choice due to its higher current yield, robust franchise-based cash flow model that insulates it from operating costs, and an unbroken multi-decade streak of dividend raises, unlike Darden which cut its dividend during COVID-19.

Sep 17, 2026

Deere & Co. stock saw a significant gain of 2.41% to $685.63 on a strong trading day, outperforming major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average. The company's stock closed within 2.87% of its 52-week high, which was achieved earlier in September. This positive performance occurred during an overall favorable session for the stock market.

Sep 17, 2026

Rutledge Joseph M, Vice President and CAO of NORDSON CORP (NASDAQ:NDSN), sold 684 shares of the company stock at $309.38 per share on September 15, 2026. This transaction reduced his holdings by approximately 24.3%, leaving him with 2,134 shares. The sale provides investors with insight into insider activity.

Sep 17, 2026

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) is under market scrutiny today as investors assess its performance amidst a central bank rate increase and a more selective trading environment for industrial stocks. The focus is on the company's execution, demand signals, and operational consistency in a market where financing conditions are tightening and economic activity remains resilient but mixed. Company-specific developments and strong operating models are becoming crucial factors for investor confidence.

Sep 17, 2026

John Deere, already a dominant force in farm machinery, is expanding into farm data, software, and AI with the introduction of JD, an AI assistant. This move raises concerns about increased market dominance, as highlighted by Farm Action, an advocacy group concerned with corporate concentration in agriculture. The expansion comes amidst antitrust scrutiny regarding Deere's control over equipment repair access, suggesting a broader trend of agricultural machinery companies becoming technology platforms.

Sep 16, 2026

This article highlights 11 useful tools available at Tractor Supply Co. for under $50, emphasizing that good quality tools can be found at affordable prices. It details various tools from brands like DeWalt, Crescent, Skil, GearWrench, Fiskars, Arrow, Black+Decker, and Apollo Tools, explaining their features and practical applications for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts. The selections aim to provide versatility and value, proving that expanding a toolkit doesn't require a large investment.

Sep 16, 2026

Murphy Tractor and Equipment Co., a major John Deere dealership, has appointed Jeff Oldham as its new president, effective September 10. Oldham succeeds Bill Buckles, who retired after 33 years. Oldham will oversee operations across 29 locations in five states and brings over 30 years of experience in the equipment industry.

Sep 15, 2026

This article examines Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) amidst rising fuel costs, changing financing conditions, and fluctuating vehicle demand. It highlights how the company's focus on electric vehicles, production execution, luxury demand, and cash discipline is being scrutinized as the broader market becomes more selective. The piece emphasizes that Lucid's operational performance and customer demand patterns will be crucial in shaping its market narrative against a complex macroeconomic backdrop.

Sep 15, 2026

Jeff Oldham has been appointed as the new president of Murphy Tractor, a Park City-based John Deere dealer, succeeding the recently retired Bill Buckles. Oldham will be responsible for operations across 29 locations in five states. He previously served as CEO of another John Deere dealership.

Sep 15, 2026

A 30-year-old John Deere 9510 sidehill combine sold for $90,000 at a Pennsylvania auction, marking the highest auction price ever for this model with over 2,200 engine hours. This sale, along with other high bids for well-maintained used equipment in Texas and Ontario, highlights strong buyer demand in the current market. Another notable sale was a 2001 John Deere 7710 that fetched $92,138 in Canada, showcasing the value of clean, high-quality older machinery.

Sep 15, 2026

Dollar Tree is opening its second store in Moline, Illinois, on Thursday, September 17, at the former Salvation Army Family Store location at 701 19th Ave. The soft opening will be at 9 a.m., with the grand opening weekend starting Friday. This new store marks the national retailer's 40th anniversary of providing value, convenience, and discovery.

Sep 14, 2026

Caterpillar's stock fell 4% due to concerns about the AI data center power trade unwinding, despite its large backlog. In contrast, Deere & Company rose 1% as it lacks exposure to the AI sector, and Paccar remained largely unchanged. The decline in Caterpillar's stock appears to be a momentum unwind rather than a fundamental shift in demand, prompted by recent warnings from AI executives about slowing the pace of AI development.

Sep 14, 2026

Caterpillar (CAT) stock fell 4% on Monday, while Deere (DE) stock rose 1%, primarily due to concerns about the AI data center power trade. This divergence follows essays from AI executives suggesting a slowdown in AI model development, which cast doubt on the indefinite growth of AI infrastructure. Despite Caterpillar's substantial $72 billion backlog extending into 2029 and 2030 for its power generation segment, the market reaction appears to be a momentum unwind rather than a fundamental collapse in demand.

Sep 14, 2026

John Deere is recalling over 375 employees to its Quad Cities factory operations, including 150 for Seeding and Cylinder operations in Moline and approximately 225 for Harvester Works in East Moline. This move aims to build dealer inventory for upcoming planting and harvesting cycles, support long-term operational planning, and prepare the company for future labor negotiations and various operating environments. Since January, John Deere has already brought back or hired more than 800 employees across Iowa and Illinois.

Sep 14, 2026

John Deere is recalling over 375 employees to its Quad Cities factory operations in Moline and East Moline. This move aims to build dealer inventory for upcoming planting and harvesting cycles, support long-term planning, and ensure continued customer service, including during future labor negotiations. Since January, Deere has brought back or hired more than 800 employees across Iowa and Illinois.

Sep 12, 2026

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) recently extended its 54-year dividend increase streak while simultaneously pursuing a $48.7 billion acquisition of Kenvue (KVUE), raising concerns among income investors. The company's operating cash flow barely covers its current dividend and capital expenditure, and the Kenvue deal is expected to put significant pressure on its balance sheet. While management expresses confidence in synergies from the acquisition, the market is pricing in real risk, as KMB shares have fallen 20% over the past year, pushing its dividend yield to 5%.

Sep 12, 2026

Deere & Company reported a third-quarter net income of $1.379 billion, or $5.10 per share, for the period ending August 2, 2026, marking an increase from the previous year. Worldwide net sales and revenues grew by 5% to $12.608 billion for the quarter. Despite a decrease in production and precision agriculture sales and operating profit, the company anticipates fiscal 2026 net income to be between $4.75 billion and $5 billion, with expectations that 2026 will be the bottom of the current agricultural equipment cycle.