Deere & Company (DE)

Fixed asset turnover

Oct 27, 2024 Oct 29, 2023 Oct 30, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Nov 1, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 51,716,000 61,251,000 52,577,000 44,024,000 35,540,000
Property, plant and equipment US$ in thousands 7,451,000 6,917,000 6,623,000 8,314,000 -1,544,000
Fixed asset turnover 6.94 8.86 7.94 5.30

October 27, 2024 calculation

Fixed asset turnover = Revenue ÷ Property, plant and equipment
= $51,716,000K ÷ $7,451,000K
= 6.94

Deere & Company's fixed asset turnover has shown variability over the past five years, as indicated by the figures from 2020 to 2024. The fixed asset turnover ratio measures a company's ability to generate sales revenue from its investment in fixed assets. A higher fixed asset turnover ratio is generally preferable as it indicates that the company is using its fixed assets more efficiently to generate sales.

In 2024, Deere & Company's fixed asset turnover ratio was 6.94, reflecting a decrease from the previous year's ratio of 8.86. This decline suggests a potential decrease in the company's efficiency in utilizing its fixed assets to generate sales revenue. However, it is important to note that a single year's ratio may not provide a complete picture, and further analysis of trends over several years is recommended to assess the company's performance.

Comparing the 2024 figure with the ratios from 2022 and 2021, Deere & Company's fixed asset turnover has exhibited fluctuations, with the ratio reaching a peak of 8.86 in 2023. This variability could be influenced by various factors, such as changes in sales volume, asset utilization, investment in fixed assets, or operational efficiency.

Overall, while a high fixed asset turnover ratio is generally favorable, it is crucial to consider the broader context of the company's operations and industry conditions in interpreting the significance of changes in this ratio over time. Additional analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks may provide further insights into Deere & Company's performance in efficiently utilizing its fixed assets.


Peer comparison

Oct 27, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Fixed asset turnover
Deere & Company
DE
6.94
AGCO Corporation
AGCO
7.53
Alamo Group Inc
ALG
10.14
Lindsay Corporation
LNN
5.38