Overcoming the ‘messy middle’ in tech innovation
Deploying new technology initiatives can be an onerous task, but a shift in mindset can help equipment executives overcome hurdles...
Ferronordic eyes U.S. growth following Rudd Equipment acquisition
Swedish construction and truck dealership group Ferronordic is looking to grow its U.S. business in 2024 following the acquisition of...
Capital One’s Discover deal could limit its liquidity for equipment finance
Capital One’s planned acquisition of credit card provider Discover Financial Services could hamper it's liquidity in the equipment finance industry...
Kubota finance margins shrink on surging credit costs
Japanese equipment manufacturer Kubota logged a decline in finance margin in 2023 as surging financing costs and stalling financing income...
Deere matches inventory to retail demand, despite softening ag sales
John Deere & Co. will produce new agriculture equipment inventory in line with retail demand in 2024, despite softening ag...
Aftermarket revenue shines in Rush Enterprises’ Q4 earnings
Commercial truck dealer Rush Enterprises’ aftermarket products and services revenue jumped in 2023 in tandem with rising truck sales and...
Farm profits expected to decline for 2nd year
Farmers in 2024 could be facing a decline in profits for the second year in a row. Net farm income,...
Demand for Ford commercial trucks exceeds supply
Demand for Ford's commercial vehicle division, Ford Pro, is exceeding supply as dealers “clamor” for inventory. “Dealers are clamoring...
