Bucher Industries AG’s Post

As expected, Bucher Industries AG's markets weakened over the course of the first quarter of 2024 in line with the general economic slowdown. The agricultural machinery market in particular was severely impacted by economic and political uncertainties. Order intake and sales fell below the prior-year period: https://lnkd.in/eWGS-5sy #simplygreatmachines

Known for helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, this global agricultural supply company offers a wide selection of retail products, including the world’s most significant crop inputs and services. In spite of this organization's success, two factors were impacting its sales profits. Within three years, 30% of its experienced sales representatives had retired, leaving behind a younger, less experienced sales organization. Additionally, challenging market conditions—including low commodity prices, farmers purchasing fewer crop inputs, and other competitive pressures—made it increasingly difficult to realize profitable sales. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gwXF8Sp5 #learninganddevelopment #traininganddevelopment #successstory #successstories #saleschallenges #salesstories #sales #customersuccessstories

The earnings downturn slamming agricultural trading giants is poised to deepen as the food inflation that lifted profits to record levels in recent years fades. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. and Bunge Global SA are expected to report their weakest second quarter in four years, with shrinking margins for most of their businesses, according to analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg.

CNH Industrial Stock - A BUY for David Einhorn! CNH Industrial stock is a buy according to David Einhorn as the stock is trading on the cheap side in the food cycle. CNHI Industrial produces agricultural machinery and with food prices declining, farmers buy less new equipment. That is natural and when the cycle reverts, earnings pop and the stock follows...

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In today's agricultural economy, both dealers and farmers are navigating a landscape filled with uncertainties. Here's some tips for managing risk for you and your customers....

Are there ways retailers manage cashflows that other agri-businesses can learn from? _________ It's unfair to compare how retailers manage their cashflow to other agribusinesses. Retailers are able to manage their cashflows effectively because they get interest free credit on agri input purchases from manufacturers. At present, retailers are extending that credit to their farmers in an informal way. However this doesn't apply to subsidised fertilizers as there is no credit facility available on subsidised fertilizers for retailers from manufacturers. The same is reflected on the ground also, in the majority of my interactions with farmers and retailers. I got to know that retailers don't provide credit to farmers on subsidised fertilizers and farmers pay for it at the time of purchase. From this, we can understand that the actual reason why retailers were able to manage their cash flow effectively is because of the provisions they get from manufacturers otherwise it would be straight forward cash and carry business. So, it's the majority of the agri input ecosystem that enables retailers to better manage their cashflows. So, it's difficult to identify patterns in how agri input retailers manage their cashflow and link it to other agribusinesses. #replytoquestion

"As we head into 2025, the agricultural equipment market stands at a crossroads shaped by potential declines in interest rates and slight increases in commodity prices, particularly for corn and wheat. While these factors may create a sense of optimism, the overarching sentiment in the used equipment market is marked by uncertainty. This uncertainty could lead end-user producers to adopt a “wait and see” approach as they navigate their purchasing decisions in 2025 and 2026. In the latter part of 2024, we witnessed increased used tractor supplies as the market transitioned from the third to the fourth quarter. The seasonal delivery of new machines and the expiration of seasonal lease contracts contributed to the increase in used inventories. Historically, the fourth quarter has been a time for farmers to take advantage of buying equipment for tax incentives, which can reduce and shuffle the used equipment market. This boost in supply could present opportunities for buyers, but it also raises questions about pricing stability as the balance between supply and demand becomes crucial." Read the full blog from Casey Seymour here.