Birmingham, September 14, 2025
News Summary
Birmingham Capital Management Co. Inc. has cut its stake in Deere & Company by 5.2%, now holding 33,025 shares valued at $15.5 million. This reduction comes as other institutions adjust their holdings, including significant increases from Activest Wealth Management and Hughes Financial Services. Despite the changes, Deere remains a major player in the market with a stock price of $471.35 and a market capitalization of $127.42 billion. Analysts have adjusted their ratings and price targets amidst mixed quarterly performance.
Birmingham – Birmingham Capital Management Co. Inc. has reduced its stake in Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) by 5.2% during the first quarter of the year, according to recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Following this reduction, the firm now holds 33,025 shares of Deere, after selling 1,815 shares in the specified period. Deere & Company is the largest position in Birmingham Capital Management’s portfolio, accounting for approximately 5.8% of its investments, with a total worth of $15,500,000 at the end of the last quarter.
Alongside Birmingham Capital Management’s actions, several other institutions have adjusted their holdings in Deere. Notably, Activest Wealth Management dramatically increased its stake by 2,750%, now owning 57 shares valued at around $27,000 after acquiring 55 additional shares. Hughes Financial Services LLC established a new position in Deere, estimated at about $29,000, while Cornerstone Planning Group LLC raised its own interest by 116.1%, now holding 67 shares valued at $31,000. Furthermore, Orion Capital Management and Mascagni Wealth Management Inc. both entered new positions in the last quarter, with estimated valuations of $34,000 and $39,000, respectively. Currently, institutional investors, including hedge funds, own around 68.58% of Deere’s total stock.
As of today, Deere’s stock price stood at $471.35, declining by $5.11 with 1,764,539 shares traded against an average volume of 1,291,817. The company currently possesses a market capitalization of $127.42 billion. Its price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is noted at 24.64, accompanied by a price-to-earnings-growth (PEG) ratio of 3.06 and a beta of 1.00. Over the past year, Deere’s stock has fluctuated between a low of $386.42 and a high of $533.78.
The company’s financial ratios portray a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.76, a current ratio of 2.19, and a quick ratio of 1.98. Recently, Deere reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $4.75 for the quarter, successfully surpassing analysts’ estimates of $4.62 by $0.13. The company’s revenue was reported at $10.36 billion, which slightly exceeded analysts’ expectations of $10.33 billion, but indicated a decrease of 9.0% year-over-year. The anticipated annual EPS for the current fiscal year stands at 19.32.
Deere has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.62 per share, which will be disbursed on November 10 to those shareholders recorded by September 30, presenting an annualized yield of 1.4%. Analysts have recently adjusted their ratings and price targets for Deere. Oppenheimer elevated its price target from $560.00 to $566.00 while maintaining an “outperform” rating. Bank of America also raised its target from $495.00 to $556.00, granting a “neutral” rating. In contrast, Citigroup lowered its target price from $550.00 to $525.00, also maintaining a “neutral” rating. Current analyst ratings reflect one “Strong Buy,” eight “Buy,” and nine “Hold” ratings, with an average consensus of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price set at $520.87.
Deere & Company is a globally renowned entity that manufactures and distributes equipment for agriculture, construction, forestry, and turf care, operating through various segments that cater to diverse industry needs.
FAQ
What is Birmingham Capital Management’s current stake in Deere & Company?
Birmingham Capital Management owns 33,025 shares in Deere & Company after reducing its stake by 5.2% recently.
How much is Deere & Company’s stock valued at currently?
The current stock value of Deere & Company is $471.35.
What is the market capitalization of Deere & Company?
Deere & Company’s market capitalization is $127.42 billion.
What was Deere’s earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Deere reported an EPS of $4.75, surpassing the expected $4.62.
When is the next dividend payment for Deere’s shareholders?
A quarterly dividend of $1.62 per share will be paid on November 10 to shareholders recorded by September 30.
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