Nikulski Financial Boosts Deere & Company Stake by 31.8%

Institutional investor increases holding in industrial equipment manufacturer

Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:34am

Nikulski Financial Inc. has increased its stake in Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) by 31.8% during the fourth quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The investment firm now owns 11,015 shares of the industrial products company's stock, valued at $5.13 million.

Why it matters

Deere & Company is a bellwether for the agricultural and construction equipment industries, so changes in institutional ownership can signal broader market trends and investor sentiment around the company's performance and outlook.

The details

Nikulski Financial Inc. purchased an additional 2,660 shares of Deere & Company stock during the fourth quarter, increasing its total position to 11,015 shares. The stock now makes up about 1.2% of Nikulski's investment portfolio, making it the firm's 24th largest holding.

  • Nikulski Financial Inc. filed the 13F report disclosing the increased Deere & Company stake on April 1, 2026.
  • The stock purchases occurred during the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Nikulski Financial Inc.

An institutional investment firm that manages a portfolio of stocks, including a position in Deere & Company.

Deere & Company

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

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The takeaway

Nikulski Financial's increased stake in Deere & Company suggests the investment firm sees continued growth potential in the industrial equipment manufacturer, which could signal broader optimism around the agricultural and construction sectors.