CNH CEO Expects High Interest Rates To Soften Construction End Markets In N. America & Europe, Partially Offset By U.S. Infrastructure Spending; South America Construction Markets Are Projected To Be Flattish, Following A Marked Decline There In 2023; Farmer Sentiment In Europe Is Down But Its Not A "Crisis Situation"
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CNH CEO anticipates that high interest rates will dampen construction markets in North America and Europe, but expects U.S. infrastructure spending to provide some offset. South American construction markets are expected to remain flat after a significant decline in 2023. Additionally, farmer sentiment in Europe is low, though not considered a crisis.
February 14, 2024 | 3:28 pm
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CNH CEO's outlook suggests mixed impacts on the company, with potential softening in construction markets but some offset from U.S. infrastructure spending and stable conditions in South America.
The CEO's comments indicate a nuanced impact on CNH's business. High interest rates typically reduce demand in construction markets, which could negatively affect CNH's construction equipment sales in North America and Europe. However, the anticipated offset from U.S. infrastructure spending and the stability in South American markets could mitigate some of these negative effects. The mention of low farmer sentiment in Europe suggests potential challenges in the agriculture sector, but it's not deemed a crisis, indicating a manageable impact.
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