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Should I Buy DE Stock Right Now?
A fast read on Wall Street conviction, live analyst commentary on X, and current valuation context for Deere & Company.
Updated 2026-05-07
Wall Street currently rates DE hold with a 12-month price target of $681 (+15.0% upside). The sections below cover the bull case, key risks, and latest earnings context for DE.
Wall Street
Hold46 analystsConsensus target
$681 target (+15.0%)Current price $591.64Analyst sentiment
No recent analyst posts capturedWaiting for fresh postsEarnings context
EPS beat 19.8%Reported Thu Feb 19Wall Street verdict
Should I Buy DE Stock? Here's What Analysts Think
46 analysts currently cover DE. Below is their consensus rating, price target range, and implied upside.
According to 46 analysts, Deere & Company (DE) is rated Hold with a consensus 12-month price target of $681 — representing 15% upside from today's price of $592. The bull case target is $793, the bear case is $458.
DEHold
From 46 analyst ratings- Current price
- $591.64
- Consensus Target
- $681 (+15.0% upside)
- Forward P/E
- 33.2x
- Coverage
- 46 analyst ratings
High target$793
Low target$458
At $591.64, the consensus setup implies +15.0% versus the 12-month target.
- 19 of 46 analysts lean Buy or Strong Buy, while 21 stay on Hold and 6 lean bearish.
- DE trades at roughly 33.2x forward earnings, so the bull case still depends on growth staying strong.
- Analysts span a wide range from $458 to $793, so conviction matters as much as the consensus target.
Below, compare that institutional answer with the live analyst commentary on X for DE right now.
1 of 2 analysts raised targetsJP Morgan $550Jefferies $550
May 2026Live commentary on X
What Analysts Are Saying About Deere & Company Right Now
Real posts from high-reach stock analysts mentioning DE, shown exactly as written. Sorted by engagement — most discussed first.
No recent posts captured
No high-reach analysts have posted about DE in the last 7 days. Check back after the next earnings release or market-moving event.
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Is DE a Buy, Hold, or Sell Right Now?
A structured look at the bull case, the risks, and the most recent earnings execution for DE before you decide whether to buy, hold, or sell.
Current setup
DE beat estimates last quarter. Below are the key reasons analysts remain constructive and the risks that could change that view.
Bull Case
What keeps the long thesis intact
- Agricultural Cycle RecoveryDeere is entering FY2025 at a cyclical trough, with 2026 expected to be the bottom of the current agricultural cycle, leading to improved demand.
- Focus on Precision AgricultureThe company's emphasis on precision agriculture and technology is projected to enhance higher-margin products and recurring revenue.
- Strong Financials and ReturnsDeere has shown margin resilience and consistent earnings beats, returning significant capital to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.
- Competitive Market PositionDeere holds a strong competitive scale in agriculture, significantly larger than its key competitors.
- Positive Financial OutlookDeere raised its net income guidance for FY2026, with analysts increasing price targets, including a consensus target of $655.45.
Wall Street rates DE hold, giving the bull case institutional backing from 46 analysts.
Watch Out For
What can break the setup quickly
- Cyclical Business RisksDeere's business is cyclical, closely tied to farm income and crop prices, with historical drawdowns during market shocks.
- Valuation ConcernsSome analysts highlight a 'lofty P/E' ratio, raising concerns about potential profit-taking after recent stock rallies.
- Macroeconomic HeadwindsResurgent inflation could lead to interest rate hikes, increasing risk aversion and negatively impacting equities.
- Settlement ImpactDeere's $99 million settlement related to 'right to repair' issues may pose a near-term headwind.
- Market Concentration RisksThe broader market's reliance on a few large companies for gains could pose risks due to passive investing trends.
Watch whether new negative commentary on DE points to these structural risks or is simply reacting to short-term price moves.
DE Earnings Reaction — What the Last Quarter Showed
Last Quarter
- EPS
- $2.42 vs $2.02 est.Beat 19.8%
- Revenue
- $8.0B vs $7.6B est.Beat 5.4%
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Should I buy DE stock right now?
Verdict
DE has modest upside — analysts rate it "Hold" with a $681 target, implying +15.0% from today's $591.64. This is informational only — verify the data and consider your own risk tolerance before deciding.
Is now a good time to buy DE?
Timing
Timing depends on your horizon, but the data signals are: consensus rating "Hold" with +15.0% upside to the $681 target. In the past 30 days, 1 of 2 covering analysts raised their price targets — a bullish signal.
What is the price target for DE stock?
Price Target
DE's consensus 12-month price target is $681, set by 46 Wall Street analysts. The bull case high is $793 and the bear case low is $458. From the current price of $591.64, this implies +15.0% upside.
Is DE overvalued or undervalued?
Valuation
DE appears undervalued — the $681 consensus target is +15.0% above today's $591.64. It trades at a forward P/E of 33.2x. Targets range from $458 (bear) to $793 (bull), reflecting different assumptions about growth and margins.
Should I buy DE before earnings?
Earnings
DE reports next quarter. Earnings-week moves are volatile — historically, analyst targets revise upward after a beat and downward after a miss. The current consensus is "Hold" with a $681 target. Consider position sizing rather than going all-in pre-print.
What are analysts saying about DE stock?
Coverage
Of 46 analysts covering Deere & Company (DE): 0 Strong Buy, 19 Buy, 21 Hold, 6 Sell, 0 Strong Sell — a "Hold" consensus. The 12-month price target is $681 (range $458–$793). Bullish analysts outnumber bearish by more than 2-to-1.
What are the risks of buying DE stock?
Risks
6 of the 46 analysts covering DE rate it Sell or Strong Sell. Common concerns include valuation stretch, slowing growth, and sector-specific headwinds — see the Bull vs. Risk cards above for the specific theses on Deere & Company.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always conduct your own research before investing.