Chilton Investment Co. Increases Stake in Deere & Company

Investment firm boosts holdings in industrial equipment manufacturer by 3% in Q3 2025

Mar. 15, 2026 at 10:04am

Chilton Investment Co. Inc. increased its position in shares of Deere & Company (NYSE:DE) by 3.0% during the third quarter, according to the company's latest SEC filing. Chilton Investment now owns 106,217 shares of the industrial products company's stock, worth $48.57 million, making it the 21st largest holding in the firm's investment portfolio.

Why it matters

Deere & Company, the manufacturer of iconic John Deere agricultural and construction equipment, is a closely watched bellwether for the health of the industrial and farming sectors. Institutional investors like Chilton closely monitor and adjust their positions in Deere as an indicator of broader economic and industry trends.

The details

Chilton Investment Co. purchased an additional 3,103 shares of Deere & Company during the third quarter, increasing its total stake to 106,217 shares. This represents about 1.0% of Chilton's total investment portfolio. Deere & Company's stock has been a strong performer, up over 20% in the past year as the company has benefited from robust demand for its farm and construction equipment.

  • Chilton Investment Co. increased its Deere & Company holdings in Q3 2025.

The players

Chilton Investment Co. Inc.

An investment management firm that owns a significant stake in Deere & Company as part of its diversified portfolio.

Deere & Company

A global manufacturer of agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, as well as turf care equipment and power systems, headquartered in Moline, Illinois.

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The takeaway

Chilton Investment's increased stake in Deere & Company reflects the firm's confidence in the industrial equipment maker's prospects, signaling broader optimism about the health of the farming and construction sectors that rely on Deere's products.