DEERE & CO

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Large agriculture sales are expected to remain subdued in North America and to soften in South America resulting in decreased sales volume for PPA in 2026 compared to 2025. SAT and CF sales are expected to improve in 2026. Our net sales are expected to increase in 2026 compared to 2025, with the anticipated decline in PPA sales more than offset by improvements in CF and SAT.

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Large agriculture sales are expected to remain subdued in North America and to soften in South America resulting in decreased sales volume for PPA in 2026 compared to 2025. SAT and CF sales are expected to improve in 2026. Our overall net sales are expected to increase in 2026 compared to 2025, with the anticipated decline in PPA sales more than offset by improvements in CF and SAT.

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Agricultural Market Business Cycle. The agricultural market is affected by various factors including commodity prices, acreage planted, crop yields, government policies, and uncertainty in macroeconomic trends. These factors affect farmers’ income and sentiment which may result in varying demand for our equipment. In 2026, we may experience the following effects due to unfavorable market conditions: lower sales volumes, higher sales incentives, and elevated receivable write-offs.

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Agricultural Market Business Cycle. The agricultural market is affected by various factors including commodity prices, acreage planted, crop yields, government policies, and uncertainty in macroeconomic trends. These factors affect farmers’ income and sentiment which may result in varying demand for our equipment. In 2026, we may experience the following effects due to unfavorable large agriculture market conditions: lower sales volumes, higher sales incentives, and elevated receivable write-offs.

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Incremental import tariffs adversely affected the cost of our products and components beginning in 2025 and continue to do so in 2026. The direct impact of these incremental tariffs incurred was $372 in the first six months of 2026, net of the tariff recovery described below, and approximately $95 in the first six months of 2025. These amounts exclude the impact of tariffs on our suppliers and market demand.

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Incremental import tariffs adversely affected the cost of our products and components beginning in 2025 and continue to do so in 2026. The direct impact of these incremental tariffs incurred was $502 in the first nine months of 2026, net of the tariff recovery described below, and approximately $300 in the first nine months of 2025. These amounts exclude the impact of tariffs on our suppliers and market demand.

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On February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a decision invalidating tariffs imposed pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). On April 20, 2026, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched a system to process IEEPA tariff refund claims. Based on the eligibility parameters established by the CBP for the initial phase of the refund process, we prepared and filed a refund claim in the amount of $272, which has been accepted by the CBP. We recorded a recovery for this initial amount as we concluded the refund is probable and reasonably estimable. The recovery was allocated 20%, 30%, and 50% to PPA, SAT, and CF, respectively, decreasing cost of sales. Trade policies continue to evolve, causing uncertainty in the agriculture and construction industries. We are actively taking steps to mitigate potential impacts on our business, to the extent possible, including adjusting sourcing strategies, pursuing product exemptions, and identifying cost reduction opportunities.

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On February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a decision invalidating tariffs imposed pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. We recorded tariff recoveries in the third quarter and first nine months of 2026 of $110 and $382, respectively, as we concluded the refunds are probable and reasonably estimable. As of August 2, 2026, approximately 80% of the recorded tariff recoveries have been received. The recovery was allocated 20%, 25%, and 55% to PPA, SAT, and CF, respectively, decreasing cost of sales. Trade policies continue to evolve, causing uncertainty in the agriculture and construction industries. We continue to pursue opportunities to mitigate impacts on our business, to the extent possible, including adjusting sourcing strategies, seeking product exemptions, and identifying cost reduction opportunities.

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**Legal Proceeding –**On January 15, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), along with the Attorneys General of the States of Illinois and Minnesota filed a lawsuit against us in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Western Division. The Attorneys General of the States of Arizona, Michigan, and Wisconsin joined the lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges monopolization and unfair competition in violation of the federal and state antitrust laws. Plaintiffs seek a permanent injunction and other equitable relief to allow owners of our equipment, as well as independent repair providers, access to our repair tools and any other repair resources available to authorized John Deere dealers. We are in discussions with the FTC and plaintiff states with respect to a potential resolution. At this stage, we are unable to estimate the potential impact on our business.

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**Legal Proceeding –**On January 15, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), along with the Attorneys General of the States of Illinois and Minnesota filed a lawsuit against us in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Western Division. The Attorneys General of the States of Arizona, Michigan, and Wisconsin joined the lawsuit. On July 8, 2026, we entered into a settlement with the FTC and plaintiff states to resolve all claims contained in the lawsuit. As part of that settlement, we have agreed, among other items, to provide certain repair resources to farmers and independent repair providers on “fair and reasonable terms” (as defined by the settlement). We have also agreed to provide regular reporting to the FTC and submit to the FTC’s oversight of our compliance with the settlement.

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Net sales and revenues increased 5% and 8% for the quarter and year-to-date periods, respectively, primarily due to higher sales volumes and the positive effects of foreign currency translation. Net income decreased $31 in the second quarter primarily due to the impact of lower PPA shipment volumes of $313 ($402 pretax), increased production costs of $122 ($157 pretax) from higher material costs, and higher warranty expenses of $64 ($82 pretax), partially offset by the impact of higher shipment volumes for CF of $148 ($191 pretax) and SAT of $79 ($101 pretax), favorable price realization of $131 ($169 pretax), and the favorable impact of foreign currency exchange of $107 ($138 pretax). Results for the first six months were also affected by favorable discrete tax items in the prior period (see Note 22) of $163. The discussion of net sales and operating profit is included in the Business Segment Results below.

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Net sales and revenues increased 5% and 7% for the quarter and year-to-date periods, respectively, primarily due to higher sales volumes, the positive effects of foreign currency translation, and favorable price realization. Net income increased $90 in the third quarter primarily due to favorable price realization of $286 ($403 pretax), partially offset by unfavorable tax impacts of $114 and increased production costs of $89 ($126 pretax), primarily from higher material costs. Results for the first nine months were also affected by favorable special tax items in the prior period (see Note 22) of $163.

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An explanation of the cost of sales to net sales ratio and other significant statement of consolidated income changes follows:

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An explanation of the cost of sales to net sales ratio and other significant statements of consolidated income changes follows:

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Production & Precision Agriculture sales decreased for the quarter as a result of lower shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S., Canada, and Brazil), partially offset by the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Euro and Brazilian real). Operating profit decreased primarily due to lower shipment volumes and higher production costs from an increase in material and freight costs, partially offset by the favorable effects of foreign currency exchange.

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Production & Precision Agriculture sales decreased for the quarter as a result of lower shipment volumes (primarily in Brazil and Europe), partially offset by favorable price realization and the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Brazilian real and Australian dollar). Operating profit decreased primarily due to lower shipment volumes / sales mix and higher production costs from an increase in material costs, partially offset by favorable price realization and the effects of foreign currency exchange.

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Sales for the first six months decreased as a result of lower shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S., Canada, and Brazil, offset by Europe), partially offset by the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Euro and Brazilian real). Operating profit decreased for the first six months primarily due to lower shipment volumes / sales mix and higher production costs, from an increase in material costs and higher tariffs.

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Sales for the first nine months decreased as a result of lower shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S., Canada, and Brazil), partially offset by the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Brazilian real and Euro). Operating profit decreased for the first nine months primarily due to lower shipment volumes and higher production costs, driven primarily by an increase in material costs, partially offset by favorable price realization.

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Construction & Forestry sales increased for the quarter primarily as a result of higher shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S.) and the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Euro). Operating profit increased due to higher shipment volumes and favorable price realization, partially offset by higher production costs, driven by an increase in material costs and higher tariffs.

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Small Agriculture & Turf sales increased for the quarter as a result of higher shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S.) and favorable price realization. Operating profit increased due to higher shipment volumes / sales mix and favorable price realization, partially offset by higher production costs from increased material costs.

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Sales for the first six months increased as a result of higher shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S., Europe, and India) and the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Euro). Operating profit for the first six months increased due to higher shipment volumes and favorable price realization, partially offset by higher production costs, driven by higher tariffs and an increase in material costs.

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Sales for the first nine months increased as a result of higher shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S., Europe, and India) and favorable price realization. Operating profit for the first nine months increased due to higher shipment volumes / sales mix and favorable price realization, partially offset by higher production costs due to an increase in material costs.

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Small Agriculture & Turf sales increased for the quarter as a result of higher shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S. and Europe) and the positive effects of foreign currency translation (primarily the Euro). Operating profit increased due to higher shipment volumes and favorable price realization.

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Construction & Forestry sales increased for the quarter primarily as a result of higher shipment volumes (primarily in the U.S.) and favorable price realization. Operating profit increased due to favorable price realization, partially offset by higher selling, administrative and general and research and development expenses.

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Revenue for the first six months decreased primarily due to the deconsolidation of Banco John Deere S.A. (BJD) in the second quarter of 2025. The average balance of receivables and leases financed was 1% lower in the second quarter of 2026 and 2% lower in the first six months of 2026 compared with the same periods last year. Interest expense decreased as a result of lower average borrowing rates and lower average borrowings.

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Revenue decreased for both periods primarily due to a lower average portfolio. The average balance of receivables and leases financed was 2% lower in the third quarter of 2026 and 2% lower in the first nine months of 2026 compared with the same periods last year. Interest expense decreased as a result of lower average borrowing rates and lower average borrowings.

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Net income for the quarter increased primarily due to favorable financing spreads and favorable derivative valuation adjustments, partially offset by the impact of a lower average portfolio. Net income in the first six months was also impacted by a lower provision for credit losses and the prior period benefiting from a special item (see Note 22).

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Net income for both periods increased primarily due to favorable financing spreads, partially offset by the impact of a lower average portfolio. Net income in the first nine months was also impacted by the prior period benefiting from a special item (see Note 22), lower provision for credit losses, and favorable derivative valuation adjustments.

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We closely monitor our cash requirements. Based on the available sources of liquidity, we expect to meet our funding needs in the short term (next 12 months) and long term (beyond 12 months). We are forecasting operating cash flows from equipment operations in 2026 to remain flat compared with 2025 driven by an offsetting decrease in net income adjusted for non-cash provisions, and higher cash flows generated from higher accounts payable and accrued expenses and inventory reductions.

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We closely monitor our cash requirements. Based on the available sources of liquidity, we expect to meet our funding needs in the short term (next 12 months) and long term (beyond 12 months). We are forecasting operating cash flows from equipment operations in 2026 to remain flat compared with 2025 driven by an offsetting decrease in net income adjusted for non-cash provisions, and higher cash flows generated from increased accounts payable and accrued expenses.

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Cash inflows from consolidated operating activities in the first six months of 2026 were $1,042. This resulted mainly from net income adjusted for non-cash provisions, partially offset by an increase in receivables related to sales, an increase in inventories, a decrease in accrued employee profit-sharing incentives, and an OPEB contribution. Cash inflows from investing activities were $93 in the first six months of this year. The primary drivers were collections of receivables (excluding receivables related to sales) exceeding the cost of receivables acquired, partially offset by purchases of property and equipment and the acquisition of Tenna LLC (see Note 21). Cash outflows from financing activities were $1,627 in the first six months of 2026, due to cash returned to shareholders and lower external borrowings. Cash returned to shareholders was $1,378 in the first six months of 2026. Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash decreased $398 during the first six months of 2026.

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Cash inflows from consolidated operating activities in the first nine months of 2026 were $3,250. This resulted mainly from net income adjusted for non-cash provisions, partially offset by an increase in receivables related to sales, an increase in inventories, and a decrease in accrued employee benefits. Cash outflows from investing activities were $825 in the first nine months of this year. The primary drivers were purchases of property and equipment and the acquisition of Tenna LLC (see Note 21), partially offset by collections of receivables (excluding receivables related to sales) exceeding the cost of receivables acquired. Cash outflows from financing activities were $1,828 in the first nine months of 2026, primarily due to cash returned to shareholders. Cash returned to shareholders was $2,013 in the first nine months of 2026. Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash increased $617 during the first nine months of 2026.

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Trade Accounts and Notes Receivable. Trade accounts and notes receivable arise from sales of goods to customers. Trade receivables increased $2,254 during the first six months of 2026, primarily due to a seasonal increase and higher sales volumes. These receivables increased $823 compared to a year ago due to higher sales volumes. The percentage of total worldwide trade receivables outstanding for periods exceeding 12 months was 1% at May 3, 2026, 3% at November 2, 2025, and 7% at April 27, 2025.

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Trade Accounts and Notes Receivable. Trade accounts and notes receivable arise from sales of goods to customers. Trade receivables increased $2,406 during the first nine months of 2026, primarily due to a seasonal increase and higher sales volumes. These receivables increased $1,620 compared to a year ago due to higher sales volumes. The percentage of total worldwide trade receivables outstanding for periods exceeding 12 months was 1% at August 2, 2026, 3% at November 2, 2025, and 3% at July 27, 2025.

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Financing Receivables and Equipment on Operating Leases. Financing receivables and equipment on operating leases consist of retail notes originated in connection with financing of new and used equipment, operating leases, revolving charge accounts, sales-type and direct financing leases, and wholesale notes. Financing receivables and equipment on operating leases decreased $2,476 during the first six months of 2026 and decreased $1,600 in the past 12 months. The decrease for both periods was due to lower agriculture and turf retail customer receivables reflecting reduced demand and lower wholesale receivables driven by lower dealer inventory levels. Total acquisition volumes of financing receivables and equipment on operating leases were 12% higher in the first six months of 2026, compared with the same period last year, as volumes of wholesale notes, and revolving charge accounts were higher compared to the same period last year.

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Financing Receivables and Equipment on Operating Leases. Financing receivables and equipment on operating leases consist of retail notes originated in connection with financing of new and used equipment, operating leases, revolving charge accounts, sales-type and direct financing leases, and wholesale notes. Financing receivables and equipment on operating leases decreased $2,430 during the first nine months of 2026 and decreased $2,814 in the past 12 months. The decrease for both periods was due to lower agriculture and turf retail customer receivables reflecting reduced demand in recent years and lower wholesale receivables. Total acquisition volumes of financing receivables and equipment on operating leases were 8% higher in the first nine months of 2026, compared with the same period last year, as volumes of wholesale notes and revolving charge accounts were higher compared to the same period last year.

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Inventories. Inventories increased by $782 during the first six months of 2026 primarily due to a seasonal increase, and increased by $318 compared to a year ago. A majority of these inventories are valued at cost on the “last-in, first-out” (LIFO) method.

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Inventories. Inventories increased by $405 during the first nine months of 2026 primarily due to a seasonal increase and increased by $98 compared to a year ago. A majority of these inventories are valued at cost on the “last-in, first-out” (LIFO) method.

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Property and Equipment. Property and equipment cash expenditures in the first six months of 2026 were $451 compared with $555 in the same period last year. Capital expenditures in 2026 are estimated to be approximately $1,400.

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Property and Equipment. Property and equipment cash expenditures in the first nine months of 2026 were $716 compared with $852 in the same period last year. Capital expenditures in 2026 are estimated to be approximately $1.3 billion.

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Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses. Accounts payable and accrued expenses decreased by $256 in the first six months of 2026, primarily due to a decrease in accrued expenses associated with employee benefits partially offset by an increase in trade payables. Accounts payable and accrued expenses increased $308 compared to a year ago due to an increase in trade payables, partially offset by a decrease in accrued expenses associated with employee benefits.

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Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses. Accounts payable and accrued expenses decreased by $241 in the first nine months of 2026, primarily due to a decrease in accrued expenses associated with employee benefits and dealer sales incentives, partially offset by an increase in trade payables and derivative liabilities. Accounts payable and accrued expenses increased $86 compared to a year ago due to an increase in trade payables and accrued expenses for warranty liabilities, partially offset by a decrease in accrued expenses associated with accrued taxes and employee benefits.

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Borrowings. Total external borrowings decreased by $114 in the first six months of 2026 and decreased $2,499 compared to a year ago, generally corresponding with the level of the receivable and lease portfolio, as well as other working capital requirements.

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Borrowings. Total external borrowings decreased by $100 in the first nine months of 2026 and decreased $2,810 compared to a year ago, generally corresponding with the level of the receivable and lease portfolio, as well as other working capital requirements.

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John Deere Capital Corporation (Capital Corporation), a U.S. financial services subsidiary, has a revolving warehouse facility to utilize bank conduit facilities to securitize retail notes (see Note 10). The facility was renewed in November 2025, with an expiration in November 2026, and total capacity or “financing limit” of $2,500. At May 3, 2026, $1,738 of securitization borrowings were outstanding under the facility. At the end of the contractual revolving period, unless the banks and Capital Corporation agree to renew, Capital Corporation would liquidate the secured borrowings over time as payments on the retail notes are collected.

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John Deere Capital Corporation (Capital Corporation), a U.S. financial services subsidiary, has a revolving warehouse facility to utilize bank conduit facilities to securitize retail notes (see Note 10). The facility was renewed in November 2025, with an expiration in November 2026, and total capacity or “financing limit” of $2,500. At August 2, 2026, $1,818 of securitization borrowings were outstanding under the facility. At the end of the contractual revolving period, unless the banks and Capital Corporation agree to renew, Capital Corporation would liquidate the secured borrowings over time as payments on the retail notes are collected.

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In the first six months of 2026, the financial services operations issued $1,439 and retired $2,108 of retail note securitization borrowings, which are presented in “Net proceeds (payments) in short-term borrowings (original maturities three months or less).”

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In the first nine months of 2026, the financial services operations issued $2,525 and retired $3,027 of retail note securitization borrowings, which are presented in “Net proceeds (payments) in short-term borrowings (original maturities three months or less).”

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Worldwide lines of credit totaled $12.7 billion at May 3, 2026, consisting primarily of:

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Worldwide lines of credit totaled $12.6 billion at August 2, 2026, consisting primarily of:

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At May 3, 2026, $5,947 of these worldwide lines of credit were unused. For the purpose of computing unused credit lines, commercial paper and short-term bank borrowings were considered to constitute utilization. These credit agreements require Capital Corporation and other parts of our business to maintain certain performance metrics and liquidity targets. All requirements in the credit agreements have been met during the periods included in the financial statements.

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At August 2, 2026, $5,201 of these worldwide lines of credit were unused. For the purpose of computing unused credit lines, commercial paper and short-term bank borrowings were considered to constitute utilization. These credit agreements require Capital Corporation and other parts of our business to maintain certain performance metrics and liquidity targets. All requirements in the credit agreements have been met during the periods included in the financial statements.

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Debt Ratings. To access public debt capital markets, we rely on credit rating agencies to assign short-term and long-term credit ratings to our debt securities as an indicator of credit quality for fixed income investors. A security rating is not a recommendation by the rating agency to buy, sell, or hold our securities. A credit rating agency may change or withdraw ratings based on its assessment of our current and future ability to meet interest and principal repayment obligations. Each agency’s rating should be evaluated independently of any other rating. Lower credit ratings generally result in higher borrowing costs, including costs of derivative transactions, reduced access to debt capital markets, and may adversely impact our liquidity. The senior long-term and short-term debt ratings and outlook currently assigned to unsecured company securities by the rating agencies engaged by us are as follows:

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Debt Ratings. To access public debt capital markets, we rely on credit rating agencies to assign short-term and long-term credit ratings to our debt securities as an indicator of credit quality for fixed income investors. A security rating is not a recommendation by the rating agency to buy, sell, or hold our securities. A credit rating agency may change or withdraw ratings based on its assessment of our current and future ability to meet interest and principal repayment obligations. Each agency’s rating should be evaluated independently of any other rating. Lower credit ratings generally result in higher borrowing costs, including costs of derivative transactions, reduced access to debt capital markets, and may adversely impact our liquidity. The senior long-term and short-term debt ratings and outlook currently assigned to our unsecured securities by the rating agencies engaged by us are as follows:

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Forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and current assumptions, expectations, and projections about future events and should not be relied upon. Except as required by law, we expressly disclaim any obligation to update or revise our forward-looking statements. Many factors, risks, and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements. Among these factors are risks related to:

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Forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to us and our current assumptions, expectations, and projections about future events and should not be relied upon. Except as required by law, we expressly disclaim any obligation to update or revise our forward-looking statements. Many factors, risks, and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements. Among these factors are risks related to: