Deere & Company (DE)

Debt-to-equity ratio

Oct 31, 2024 Oct 27, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 29, 2023 Oct 31, 2022
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 22,836,000 22,836,000 21,785,000 21,785,000 20,262,000
Debt-to-equity ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

October 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $22,836,000K
= 0.00

Based on the provided data, Deere & Company has consistently maintained a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 over the past several years, including as of October 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has no debt or a very minimal amount relative to its equity. A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 signifies that the company relies primarily on equity financing rather than debt to fund its operations and growth. It suggests a conservative financial structure and low financial risk, as there is no significant leverage contributing to the company's capital structure. Investors and creditors may view a low or zero debt-to-equity ratio favorably, as it implies a strong financial position and financial stability.


Peer comparison

Oct 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
Deere & Company
DE
0.00
AGCO Corporation
AGCO
0.60
Alamo Group Inc
ALG
0.00
Lindsay Corporation
LNN
0.24