AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, reported net sales of $2.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, a decrease of 30.0% compared to the first quarter of 2024. Reported net income was $0.14 per share for the quarter and adjusted net income(1) was $0.41 per share. These results compare to reported net income of $2.25 per share and adjusted net income(1) of $2.32 per share for the first quarter of 2024. Excluding unfavorable foreign currency translation of 2.4%, net sales in the quarter decreased 27.6% compared to the first quarter of 2024.
"AGCO performed well in the first quarter, which better positions us to navigate global trade uncertainties and continued weak industry demand," said Eric Hansotia, AGCO's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. "We made substantial progress in our cost reduction efforts while reducing inventory by cutting production hours in the quarter by approximately 33% year-over-year. These decisive actions coupled with our focus on driving retail sales allowed us to improve dealer inventory levels in both North and South America."
Hansotia continued, "We are seeing a mix of positive signs and risks around the world, requiring us to remain agile as we execute our Farmer-First strategy. The underlying fundamentals in many parts of the world have begun to trend upward with farmer sentiment in Europe improving, U.S. corn prices rising and corn stocks-to-use-ratios at lower levels. However, the global agricultural equipment market is volatile due to tariffs and shifting export demand for grain."
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