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Connected  
to Tomorrow

2015 Annual Report

Connected  
to Tomorrow 

Imagine a world with a growing 
population needing more food and 
desiring more protein based diets. 

Now imagine professional, high-tech 
farms using the latest solutions to 
improve yield and reduce waste so 
they can feed that growing world 
population.

For 25 years, AGCO has delivered 
leading agricultural innovation. Now, 
we are getting ready for the future. 
Through strategic investments 
and a commitment to innovation, 
we have laid a solid foundation 
for long-term growth, improved 
shareholder return and meeting 
the challenges of tomorrow.

To view our full online report go to:
ar2015.agcocorp.com

Financial Highlights

Net Sales

 $7,467.3

Million

Free Cash Flow*

 $312.8

Million

Adjusted Net Income*

 $282.5

Million

Adjusted EPS*

 $3.24

Contents 

01  Financial Highlights

02  AGCO at a Glance

03  Our Brands

04  Global Footprint

06   A Message from Martin Richenhagen, Chairman, 

President and Chief Executive Officer

10  Connected to Tomorrow

12  Our Strategy

13  Investing in the future of farming 

14  Storing more grain and producing more protein

15  Breaking new ground for tomorrow

16  Strengthening our business through efficiencies

17  Our commitment to a better future for all

18  Officers and Directors

20  Selected Financial Data

21  Consolidated Statements of Operations

22  Consolidated Balance Sheets

23  Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

24  Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity

26  Forward-Looking Statements

27  Shareholder Information

28  AGCO 2015 Awards

Global Footprint
Pages 04-05

A Message from 
Martin Richenhagen
Pages 06-09

Our Strategy
Pages 12-17

Officers and Directors
Pages 18-19

*A non-GAAP measure. See page 20.

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AGCO at a Glance

For more than 25 years, AGCO has been delivering 
leading agricultural innovations and solutions.

Major Brands
Powerful, modern and well-known brands including 
Challenger, Fendt, GSI, Massey Ferguson and Valtra.

Developing Markets
Investments in developing markets including Africa, 
China and Brazil.

Farming Equipment
A full line of tractors; combines; hay tools; sprayers; 
forage equipment; grain storage, material handling 
and conditioning systems; animal protein production 
systems; seeding and tillage implements; and 
replacement parts.

3,000 Dealers
Approximately 3,000 dealers and independent 
distributors in North America, South America, 
Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia/Pacific. 

Precision Farming
Precision agriculture solutions for mixed fleets and 
a pioneering open approach for farmer choice and 
flexibility. Fuse® Technologies delivers unprecedented 
connectivity and optimization across the entire farm 
enterprise. 

Global Network
Global network of state-of-the-art manufacturing, 
assembly, distribution, sales and administration 
facilities supporting the production of grains, 
oilseeds, forages, cotton, dairy, livestock, poultry, 
sugarcane, coffee, barley, rice and palm oil.

Sales by Product Segment

6

5

4

3

2

1

1. Tractors 57%

2. Replacement Parts 16%

3.  Grain Storage and Protein Production  

Equipment 10%

4. Combines 4%

5. Application Equipment 4%

6. Other Machinery 9%

The world is our farm and the future is happening now.

02  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Our Brands

A comprehensive range of high-performance 
machines built to maximize returns.

From tractors to harvesters to balers, when  
it comes to Fendt, it’s always high quality;  
it’s always high-tech.

World-class grain storage, material handling, 
conditioning and structures, as well as a full line 
of swine and poultry production equipment.

From straightforward performance to high-
specification machines, Massey Ferguson 
is a force in global agriculture.

Valtra equipment is specifically designed for 
farmers and contractors who value close 
customer relationships, as well as solutions 
that handle demanding working conditions.

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Global Footprint

More people need more food from more productive 
farms. That’s a compelling challenge, but one that 
AGCO, a recognized leader in agricultural solutions, 
is confident in taking on. Our network of brands, dealers 
and facilities extends across the globe, ready to play 
a significant role in this long-term growth opportunity.

North America 
1,340 dealers

26%

Regional
Net Sales

South America 
290 dealers

13%

Regional
Net Sales

04  AGCO Annual Report 2015

EAME 
1,070 dealers

Asia/Pacific 
300 dealers

56%

Regional
Net Sales

5%

Regional
Net Sales

AGCO Facility Map Key

  Global Corporate Headquarters

  Regional Corporate Headquarters

l  Manufacturing/Assembly

n   Manufacturing/Assembly  

(Joint Venture)

s  Parts Distribution

l  Licensee

  Future Farm and Global Learning Centre

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A Message from  
Martin Richenhagen

Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

“ Despite challenging economic 
and market conditions, 2015 
was a successful year for AGCO, 
and our long-term outlook for 
our industry and our Company 
remains very bright.”

06  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Fellow shareholders:
AGCO is dedicated to providing high-
tech solutions for professional farmers 
feeding the world. Our innovative 
products help provide food for a 
large and growing global population. 
Increasing per capita incomes in 
emerging and developing markets 
are also providing more people with 
the means to improve and diversify 
their diets. Feeding our more complex 
world will require important innovations, 
providing tremendous opportunities 
for AGCO. Whether it’s designing 
products and technologies to make 
farmers more productive or expanding 
into developing agricultural markets, 
AGCO is ready to take on the 
challenges in our exciting future.

2015 performance 
In 2015, near-record crop production for a third 
consecutive year contributed to higher grain inventories. 
This put additional pressure on commodity prices and 
farm profitability, thereby dampening demand in our 
industry. We worked aggressively to better align our costs 
and working capital with the softer market environment. 
In the midst of these challenging conditions, AGCO 
continued to manage for the long-term, positioning 
our business to be successful throughout the cycle. 

Lower farmer income weakened demand for farm 
equipment across the major markets during 2015. 
Industry retail sales of large farm equipment declined 
significantly, particularly in North and South America. 
We responded by cutting production and closely managing 
our Company and dealer inventories. These focused 
efforts resulted in year-end inventories $130 million 
below 2014 levels on a constant currency basis. We also 
recorded solid sales and earnings results in the midst of 
the difficult demand environment. AGCO’s 2015 net sales 
were $7.5 billion, approximately 23 percent below 2014 
levels. Adjusted net income for 2015 was $3.24 per share, 
excluding restructuring and other infrequent expenses of 
$0.18 per share. Our financial discipline supported the 
generation of over $300 million in free cash flow after 
funding significant investments in new products and other 
long-term growth and profitability improvement initiatives. 

As we focus on healthy returns for our shareholders, 
we expect to make cash returns an important component 
of our long-term capital allocation plan. Our free cash 
flow was largely used to support share repurchases of 
approximately $288 million in 2015. Our plans call for 
the remaining authorization of approximately $212 million 
to be completed during 2016. 

 Annual Report 2015 AGCO  07

A Message from  
 Martin Richenhagen continued

Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

“ We are making significant 
investments in product 
development as a key to 
our sales growth and margin 
improvement ambitions.”

08  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Focus on products and technology
We are making significant investments in product 
development as a key to our sales growth and margin 
improvement ambitions. Through our product plans, AGCO 
has significant opportunities to grow market share, reduce 
costs and create new revenue sources. The success of our 
product development investments can be seen through 
the numerous awards AGCO’s equipment received globally 
during 2015. At Agritechnica in Germany, our extensive list 
of awards included three Tractor of the Year awards. Our 
Fendt 1050 Vario, which delivers over 500 horsepower on 
a conventional chassis, the Massey Ferguson MF 5713 SL, 
with its revolutionary All in One Selective Catalytic Reduction 
emissions control system, and our Valtra N 174 V, 
recognized for its modern and compact design, were 
all award winners. At the Agrishow in Brazil, the Massey 
Ferguson MF 6700R Dyna-4 received Tractor of the Year 
recognition. Lastly, in North America, the Gleaner S8 
Super Series combines received an AE50 Outstanding 
Innovations Award from the American Society of 
Agricultural and Biological Engineers for its improved 
grain handling performance.

Farmers are increasing their reliance on precision farming 
technology to improve their operations. To meet this 
demand, AGCO is growing its investment in our Fuse® 
precision farming technology. Fuse is AGCO’s approach 
to precision agriculture that optimizes the farm, providing 
improved access to farm data and better connections 
to trusted service providers. These improvements allow 
farmers to make more informed business decisions, 
reduce input costs and improve yields and profitability. 
The two key components of our Fuse program are Fuse 
Technologies and Fuse® Connected Services. Fuse 
Technologies is the portfolio of technology tools that 
is the foundation of the optimized farm. AGCO’s precision 
farming products support farmers throughout every 
phase of the crop cycle. Our solutions improve farm 
productivity and reduce farm waste. Fuse Connected 
Services combines the right machines, technology, 
parts, service and support to help farmers optimize 
their operation and maximize up time through 
preventative maintenance, machine monitoring 
and year-round consultation.

Focus on growth
Tremendous opportunity exists for our equipment to help 
improve yields in emerging agricultural regions around the 
world including Africa, Brazil and Eastern Europe. We are 
investing in new products, improved distribution and 
enhanced dealer service capabilities to capture growth 
in these areas. In addition, there are growth opportunities 
outside our tractor business. AGCO is a global leader in 
tractor sales, and we are working to leverage our strong 
brands with new and improved harvesting products as 
well as enhanced distribution capabilities.

Expanding our high-margin GSI business is another key 
component of our growth strategy. GSI provides grain 
storage and protein production solutions for our customers. 
Inefficiencies in crop handling after harvest can be 
mitigated with our advanced grain storage and handling 
products. On the protein production side of the business, 
significant improvements in productivity levels can be 
achieved through the use of our pork and chicken 
production equipment, which supports housing, feeding 
and environmental control. In addition, GSI is adding to 
its product offerings in both the grain and protein sectors 
through a combination of product development and 
acquisitions. GSI’s breadth of products and global footprint 
make it uniquely positioned to capture this growth on 
a worldwide basis.

Focus on costs
Our strategy also includes a heavy emphasis on cost 
savings. AGCO’s spend on raw materials and components 
is significant, and our ongoing purchasing initiatives 
are aimed at reducing these costs. Our procurement 
organization is built around global commodity teams 
aimed at acquiring specific commodities for all the plants 
in our network. Commodity-based teams develop better 
market and product knowledge which, along with global 
sourcing, helps them make better purchasing decisions, 
thus lowering costs. In addition, our product development 
plans are focused on common component solutions to 
reduce costs. This strategy for new products will allow us 
to use more standardized parts, reducing manufacturing 
complexity and improving our scale advantages. 

Positive long-term view
Despite challenging economic and market conditions, 
2015 was a successful year for AGCO and the long-term 
outlook for our industry and our Company remains very 
bright. We thank our employees for their optimism, energy 
and determination. I am also grateful for our customers, 
dealers and suppliers and their enduring relationships with 
us. On behalf of the incredibly hard-working women and 
men of AGCO, please accept my sincerest gratitude for 
your investment. We appreciate your trust and confidence; 
and we are dedicated to delivering on your behalf.

Martin Richenhagen
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

You can also view our latest video 
with Martin Richenhagen, CEO, where 
he discusses AGCO’s successful year.
www.agcocorp.com/ar2015video 

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Connected to Tomorrow...  
by addressing the industry’s 
key fundamentals today

The building blocks for growth
Opportunity and challenge often 
go hand in hand – and the future 
of agriculture is bright with both.

The world’s growing population, expected to reach nine 
billion by 20451, is putting a never-before-seen focus 
on food security. Increasing global prosperity means 
a rapidly expanding middle class hungry for an additional 
455 million metric tonnes of animal protein annually 
by 20502, and with the disposable income to pay for it. 

A changing climate will challenge our traditional ability 
to grow food and encourage reduction of waste along 
the entire production chain. 

1 World Bank
2  http://www.wsj.com/articles/how-to-satisfy-the-worlds-surging-

appetite-for-meat-1449238059 

Doubling of the middle classes 
Increasing global prosperity means 
a rapidly expanding middle class

Growing population 
World population  
is expected to reach

9 billion

by 2045

10  AGCO Annual Report 2015

We are inspired by these long-term global trends and 
the opportunities they offer us for growth in all aspects 
of our business, from on-farm technologies to grain 
storage, handling and conditioning, as well as animal 
protein production systems. 

Our strategic focus is on developing and delivering 
solutions to help farmers meet and exceed the 
challenges of today and tomorrow.

At AGCO, we are committed to boosting agricultural 
productivity through innovation and technology. 
Our best-of-breed solutions are enabling the optimized, 
connected farms of tomorrow to feed the world efficiently 
and sustainably in the decades to come. 

Growing demand for food types 
Demand for animal protein  
is expected to increase by

455 million

metric tonnes by 2050

We are 
focused on 
driving our 
strategy for 
long-term 
growth...

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We are focused on driving 
our strategy for long-term 
growth by...

1 Investing in the  

future of farming

2 Storing more grain and 

producing more protein

3 Breaking new ground 

for tomorrow

4 Strengthening our 

business through 
efficiencies

5 Our commitment to  

a better future for all

12  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Investing in the future of farming

AGCO has laid a solid foundation 
of strategic investments and key 
relationships to support long-term 
growth and improved shareholder 
returns. 

New Product Innovation 
Continued investment in new product innovation 
focuses on high horsepower (HHP) tractor and advanced 
harvesting technology platforms. Over the next five 
years we will complete nearly 200 launches and upgrades 
of our tractor and harvesting products.

New Manufacturing Facility – China
The new Global Series tractor platform is the largest new 
product and manufacturing project in AGCO’s history. 
This company-wide initiative drew on AGCO’s multi-national 
expertise and worldwide resources and is unmatched 
in agriculture. Modular tractors will be built at multiple 
manufacturing sites around the world, with the newly-
opened manufacturing facility in Changzhou, China 
serving as the global hub for this new tractor series.

never before. Fuse Technologies and Fuse Connected 
Services deliver comprehensive, farmer-focused solutions 
from field prep to post-harvest as well as seamless 
connectivity from farm office to dealership to enhance 
productivity, minimize down time and drive profitability.

This includes ensuring mixed-fleet equipment and resources 
‘talk’ to each other no matter the brand; respecting 
customer data privacy choices; focusing on mobile 
functionality and diagnostic services; and pioneering the 
open approach through partnerships to give farmers choice 
and flexibility.

Fuse Technologies 
Fuse is AGCO’s unique approach to precision agriculture 
that connects and optimizes the farm enterprise like 

AGCO’s Fuse investments, such as the new joint venture 
Intelligent Agricultural Solutions, are ongoing. Its focus 
on electronics and software development sets the stage 
for continued breakthrough agricultural innovation.

 Annual Report 2015 AGCO  13

Storing more grain and 
producing more protein

Poised for Growth
Population growth, increased demand for animal proteins 
and grain movement, infrastructure needs for more 
efficient grain handling, the reduction of high post-harvest 
losses and the replacement of aging livestock production 
facilities are all positive global trends that bode well for 
long-term business growth.

GSI is a leading global manufacturer of grain storage, 
conditioning, material handling equipment and structures, 
as well as a full-line supplier of swine and poultry 
production systems. In the past year, we sold solutions 
into 85 countries from 13 manufacturing locations.

Our focus is on volume growth with global expansion to 
underpin shareholder returns. This includes swine and 
poultry production in the United States, Europe, China, 
Brazil and Africa; grain storage and port terminal facilities 
in the United States, Netherlands and Brazil; and storage, 
conditioning and transport in Russia. 

Product Line Expansion
To further broaden our product offering and leverage 
our global distribution capabilities, we have introduced 
fertilizer blending systems and, through a joint venture 
with an existing company, added seed treating equipment. 

14  AGCO Annual Report 2015

GSI has launched new grain storage and handling products 
including extended catwalks, high capacity conveyors 
and large footprint towers, as well as bulk weighers, 
scales and screeners. And we have rounded out the 
poultry portfolio by entering the commercial egg market 
with both enriched cage and cage-free housing solutions 
for the North American, European and Asian markets.

Meeting Needs in Developing Markets
In developing markets, our customized bin and grain 
handling equipment is helping reduce waste and post-
harvest losses. Similarly, so is a village-level, solar-powered 
cold storage solution for perishables for smallholder farmers 
in Africa that is resulting from a partnership between 
AGCO and Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture.

Breaking new ground for tomorrow

AGCO is looking to developing 
markets including Africa, China 
and Brazil with growing populations 
for future long-term growth.

Africa
Africa’s population is set to more than double by 
20505, and its significant reserves of fertile land 
show tremendous production potential. We will be 
investing in Africa in the coming years with a strategy 
focused on on-farm training, a better distribution 
network and an expanded product offering.  

This commitment to Africa took a meaningful step forward 
in 2015 with the opening of the AGCO Future Farm and 
Global Learning Centre near Lusaka, Zambia. The 150 
hectare farm is home to a wide range of demonstration 
crops all grown and harvested using AGCO’s full line of 
agricultural equipment. Its facilities also include two firsts 
for Africa – a state-of-the-art Mechanization Learning 
Centre and a Grain and Poultry Learning Centre. Our vision 
is to empower local communities to develop a sustainable 
food production system through training and to increase 
farm productivity by helping farmers implement modern 
farming techniques.

China
In China, we launched our latest manufacturing facility 
in that country last year – an almost 200,000 square 
meter plant in Changzhou. This facility is a critical step 
in AGCO’s development strategy for the Asia/Pacific 
region and positions us well to serve the global farm 
equipment market. 

Brazil
Brazil is a global agricultural powerhouse with continued 
projected increases in both production and planted 
areas. Our focus here is on expanding our dealer network, 
localizing high horsepower products and making it quicker 
and easier for farmers to access parts.

5  http://www.prb.org/publications/datasheets/2013/2013-world-population-data-sheet/

data-sheet.aspx 

 Annual Report 2015 AGCO  15

Strengthening our business 
through efficiencies

We are also controlling costs by optimizing our productivity 
through implementing Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing 
principles, process streamlining and strategically targeted 
marketing and promotional campaigns.

Expanding Services
Fuse Connected Services is strengthening our dealer 
network by improving our ability to proactively help farmers 
when they need it. It lets AGCO offer better service, 
maintenance, inspection, training and year-round after 
sales support, all of which help increase farm productivity, 
boost yield and lead to greater overall farm efficiency. 

Although the current economic climate 
is one of farm income retrenchment 
and overall softer agricultural sectors, 
AGCO is committed to long-term 
growth and margin improvement for 
our shareholders. Our focus is on cost 
control and maximizing efficiencies so 
the Company is favorably positioned to 
capitalize on new growth opportunities.

Cost Reduction Program
The inclusion of more common componentry in our 
tractors and combine harvesters is part of a long-term 
complexity reduction strategy. It means standardized 
components across brands, resulting in better use of 
research and development resources, fewer parts, 
reduced material costs and better quality. 

Maximizing Efficiencies
We are expecting to realize materials savings from our 
Global Purchasing Excellence program that is focused on 
common components to better leverage our supply base 
and is combined with our Best-Cost Country Sourcing 
initiative involving China, Eastern Europe and India. 

16  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Our commitment to a better future for all

AGCO provides solutions for more 
efficient and productive farming. 
For more than 25 years, sustainability 
has been part of our corporate 
DNA and continues to underpin 
our corporate strategy. 

Our Customers
Providing high-tech solutions for professional farmers 
to feed the world runs in tandem with the Company’s 
commitment to long-term economic, social and 
environmental sustainability, and the goal of addressing 
global challenges including food security, farm profitability 
and efficient use of resources. 

Our Environment
We are committed to producing with less energy and fewer 
carbon emissions and strive to improve farmer profitability 
through more efficient, sustainable technology and 
products that increase their productivity. For example, 
we take back used components for remanufacturing, 
eliminating waste and conserving materials, as well as 
offering customers a more affordable replacement option. 

Our Communities
We develop joint initiatives with our dealers to support 
local community programs, like our partnership with 
Future Farmers of America (FFA). We also try to address 
local market needs, such as launching the Bag to Bulk 
initiative together with the United States Agency for 
International Development to help mitigate post-harvest 
losses in Zambia. 

Our Suppliers
AGCO supports suppliers’ waste, energy and water 
reduction initiatives, and maintains high labor and human 
rights standards, both internally and with suppliers.

Our Stakeholders
We value productive stakeholder relations, and strive 
to be an employer of choice as well as making positive 
contributions to local communities in partnership with 
our valued dealer network.

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Officers and Directors

SENIOR 
MANAGEMENT
11 Martin H. Richenhagen
Chairman, President 
and Chief Executive Officer

9 Roger N. Batkin
Vice President,
General Counsel
and Corporate Secretary

20 Andrew H. Beck
Senior Vice President,
Chief Financial Officer

15 Gary L. Collar
Senior Vice President,
General Manager,  
Asia/Pacific

12 Robert B. Crain
Senior Vice President,
General Manager, 
Americas

7 Ulrich Stockheim*
Global Head of Corporate 
Communications and 
Marketing

14 Lucinda B. Smith
Senior Vice President,
Global Business Services

13 Rob Smith
Senior Vice President,
General Manager,
Europe, Africa and 
Middle East

2 Helmut R. Endres
Senior Vice President,
Engineering

21 Hans-Bernd Veltmaat
Senior Vice President,
Chief Supply Chain Officer

6 Eric P. Hansotia
Senior Vice President, 
Global Harvesting and 
Advanced Technology 
Solutions

17 Thomas F. Welke
Senior Vice President,
Global Grain and Protein, 
GSI

*Not an Officer or Director.

18  AGCO Annual Report 2015

BOARD OF 
DIRECTORS
11 Martin H. Richenhagen
Chairman, President  
and Chief Executive Officer  
AGCO

16 Roy V. Armes
Executive Chairman, 
President and 
Chief Executive Officer  
Cooper Tire and Rubber 
Company

19 Michael C. Arnold
Former President and 
Chief Executive Officer
Ryerson Inc.

3 P. George Benson
Professor of Decision  
Sciences and  
Former President 
College of Charleston

5 Wolfgang Deml
Former President and
Chief Executive Officer
BayWa Corporation

4 Luiz Fernando Furlan
Former Minister of 
Development, Industry and 
Foreign Trade of Brazil  

18 George E. Minnich
Former Senior 
Vice President and 
Chief Financial Officer 
ITT Corporation

10 Gerald L. Shaheen
Former Group President
Caterpillar Inc.

8 Mallika Srinivasan
Chairman and 
Chief Executive Officer
Tractors and Farm 
Equipment Limited (TAFE)

1 Hendrikus Visser
Former Chairman  
Royal Huisman Shipyards N.V.

AGCO 2015 BOARD COMMITTEES

Executive Committee
Martin H. Richenhagen,  
Chairman
P. George Benson
Wolfgang Deml
George E. Minnich
Gerald L. Shaheen
Hendrikus Visser

Audit Committee
George E. Minnich, Chairman
Michael C. Arnold
P. George Benson
Hendrikus Visser

Compensation
Committee
Gerald L. Shaheen, Chairman
Roy V. Armes
Luiz Fernando Furlan
George E. Minnich

Finance Committee
Hendrikus Visser, Chairman
George E. Minnich
Gerald L. Shaheen

Governance Committee
P. George Benson, 
Chairman
Michael C. Arnold
Wolfgang Deml
Mallika Srinivasan (Guest)
Hendrikus Visser

Succession Planning 
Committee
Wolfgang Deml, Chairman
Roy V. Armes
Luiz Fernando Furlan
Martin H. Richenhagen
Gerald L. Shaheen
Mallika Srinivasan

3

4

2

1

7

8

9

11 12

13

10

5

6

14

15

16

17

19

20

21

18

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Selected Financial Data

Years Ended December 31
(in millions, except per share amounts)
Operating Data:
Net sales
Gross profit
Income from operations
Net income
Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net income attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries $
$
Net income per common share – diluted
$
Cash dividends declared and paid per common share
Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted 

$ 7,467.3
1,560.6 
361.1 
264.0 
2.4 
266.4
3.06
0.48
87.1

2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

$ 9,723.7
2,066.3
646.5
404.2
6.2
410.4
4.36
0.44
94.2

$
$
$

$ 10,786.9 $ 9,962.2
2,123.2
693.2
516.4
5.7
522.1 $
$
–  $

2,390.6
900.7
592.3
4.9
597.2 $
6.01 $
0.40 $
99.4

$ 8,773.2
1,776.1
610.3
585.3
(2.0)
583.3
5.95
– 
98.1

$
$
$

5.30

98.6

As of December 31
(in millions, except number of employees)
Balance Sheet Data:
Cash and cash equivalents
Total assets(1)
Total long-term debt, excluding current portion 
Stockholders’ equity
Other Data:
Number of employees

2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

$

426.7
6,501.3 
928.8
2,883.3

$

363.7
7,368.8 
997.6 
3,496.9

$ 1,047.2 $
8,395.8
938.5
4,044.8

781.3
7,700.9
1,035.6
3,481.5

$

724.4
7,317.8
1,409.7
3,031.2

19,588 

20,828 

22,111

20,320

19,294

(1)  Total assets have been retrospectively adjusted for December 31, 2014 and all prior year periods above related to the early adoption of the change in balance sheet classification for deferred 

income taxes. Refer to Note 1 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information. 

(2)  The Company makes reference to adjusted earnings per share, as reconciled below:

Net income per common share – diluted
Restructuring and other infrequent expenses(3)(4)
Tax adjustments(5) 
Impairment charge(3)(6)
GSI acquisition(3)(7)
Net income per common share – adjusted

2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

$

$

3.06
0.18
– 
– 
– 
3.24

$

$

4.36  $
0.34
– 
– 
– 
4.70

$

6.01 $
– 
– 
– 
– 
6.01 $

5.30
– 
(0.27)
0.22
– 
5.25

$

$

5.95
– 
– 
– 
(1.47)
4.48

The following is a reconciliation of free cash flow to net cash provided by 
operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2015 (in millions):

Net cash provided by operating activities
Less:

Capital expenditures

Free cash flow

The following is a reconciliation of adjusted net income 
to reported net income for the year ended December 31, 
2015 (in millions):

2015

$

524.2

As adjusted
Restructuring and other infrequent

(211.4)
312.8

$

expenses(3)(8)

As reported

16.1
266.4

$

2015
Net Income(3)
282.5
$

The following is a reconciliation of the impact of currency translation on the change in inventory balances between December 31, 
2015 and 2014 (in millions):

December 31,
2015

December 31, 
2014

Change from
2014

Change due
to currency
translation

Change
excluding
currency
translation

Inventories, net

$   1,423.4

$ 1,750.7

$

(327.3) $

(193.3) $

(134.0)

(3) After tax.
(4)  The restructuring and other infrequent expenses recorded during 2015 and 2014 related 
primarily to severance and other related costs associated with the rationalization of the 
Company’s operations in the United States, South America, Europe and China.

(5)  During the fourth quarter of 2012, the Company recorded a non-cash tax gain associated 

with the recognition of certain U.S. deferred tax assets from the reversal of its U.S. deferred 
tax valuation allowance and the recognition of certain U.S. research and development tax credits.

(6)  During the fourth quarter of 2012, the Company recorded an impairment charge of 
approximately $22.4 million with respect to goodwill and certain other identifiable 

intangible assets associated with the Company’s Chinese harvesting business.
(7)  During 2011, the Company recorded a tax benefit of approximately $149.3 million and 
acquisition expenses of approximately $5.8 million associated with the GSI acquisition.
(8)  The restructuring and other infrequent expenses recorded during 2015 related primarily 

to severance and other related costs associated with the rationalization of the Company’s 
operations in the United States, South America, Europe and China.

The above notes are more fully described in the Company’s audited Consolidated Financial 
Statements and Notes to its Consolidated Financial Statements, which are included in the 
Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

20  AGCO Annual Report 2015

 
 
Consolidated Statements of Operations

(in millions, except per share data)

Years Ended December 31

Net sales
Cost of goods sold
Gross profit

Selling, general and administrative expenses 
Engineering expenses
Restructuring and other infrequent expenses
Amortization of intangibles
Income from operations

Interest expense, net
Other expense, net
Income before income taxes and equity in net earnings of affiliates
Income tax provision
Income before equity in net earnings of affiliates
Equity in net earnings of affiliates
Net income
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net income attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries
Net income per common share attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries:

Basic

Diluted

Cash dividends declared and paid per common share
Weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares outstanding:

Basic
Diluted

2015

2014

2013

$ 7,467.3 $
5,906.7 
1,560.6
852.3
282.2
22.3
42.7
361.1
45.4
36.3
279.4
72.5
206.9
57.1
264.0
2.4
266.4 $

$

9,723.7 $ 10,786.9
8,396.3
7,657.4
2,390.6
2,066.3
1,088.7
995.4
353.4
337.0
46.4
– 
47.8
41.0
900.7
646.5
58.0
58.4
40.1
49.1
802.6
539.0
258.5
187.7
544.1
351.3
48.2
52.9
592.3
404.2
6.2
4.9
597.2
410.4 $

$

$

$

3.06 $

3.06 $

0.48 $

4.39 $

4.36 $

0.44 $

87.0
87.1

93.4
94.2

6.14

6.01

0.40

97.3
99.4

The Consolidated Statements of Operations should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and the 
Company’s audited Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, which are included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

 Annual Report 2015 AGCO  21

 
Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in millions, except share amounts)

December 31

ASSETS
Current Assets:

Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts and notes receivable, net
Inventories, net
Other current assets

Total current assets

Property, plant and equipment, net
Investment in affiliates
Deferred tax assets
Other assets
Intangible assets, net
Goodwill
Total assets

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities:

Current portion of long-term debt
Senior term loan
Accounts payable
Accrued expenses
Other current liabilities

Total current liabilities
Long-term debt, less current portion
Pensions and postretirement health care benefits
Deferred tax liabilities
Other noncurrent liabilities
Total liabilities

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders’ Equity:
AGCO Corporation stockholders’ equity:

Preferred stock; $0.01 par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued

or outstanding in 2015 and 2014

Common stock; $0.01 par value, 150,000,000 shares authorized, 83,814,809 and

89,146,093 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively

Additional paid-in capital
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive loss

Total AGCO Corporation stockholders’ equity

Noncontrolling interests

Total stockholders’ equity
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

2015

2014

$

426.7
836.8 
1,423.4 
211.4
2,898.3
1,347.1
392.9
100.7
140.1
507.7
1,114.5
$ 6,501.3

$

363.7
963.8
1,750.7
232.5
3,310.7
1,530.4
424.1
215.9
141.1
553.8
1,192.8
$ 7,368.8

$

89.0
217.2
625.6
1,106.9
146.7
2,185.4
928.8
233.9
86.4
183.5
3,618.0

$

94.3
– 
670.2
1,244.1
208.3
2,216.9
997.6
269.0
211.7
176.7
3,871.9

– 

– 

0.8
301.7
3,996.0
(1,460.2)
2,838.3
45.0
2,883.3
$ 6,501.3

0.9
582.5
3,771.6
(906.5)
3,448.5
48.4
3,496.9
$ 7,368.8

The Consolidated Balance Sheets should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and the Company’s 
audited Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, which are included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

22  AGCO Annual Report 2015

 
 
 
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(in millions)

Years Ended December 31

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation
Deferred debt issuance cost amortization
Amortization of intangibles
Amortization of debt discount
Stock compensation expense (credit)
Equity in net earnings of affiliates, net of cash received
Deferred income tax (benefit) provision
Other
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects from purchase of businesses:

Accounts and notes receivable, net
Inventories, net
Other current and noncurrent assets
Accounts payable
Accrued expenses
Other current and noncurrent liabilities

Total adjustments
Net cash provided by operating activities

Cash flows from investing activities:

Purchases of property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment
Purchase of businesses, net of cash acquired
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
Restricted cash and other

Net cash used in investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from debt obligations
Repayments of debt obligations
Purchases and retirement of common stock
Repurchase or conversion of convertible senior subordinated notes
Payment of dividends to stockholders
Payment of minimum tax withholdings on stock compensation
Payment of debt issuance costs
Excess tax benefit related to stock compensation
Purchase of or distribution to noncontrolling interests
Other

Net cash used in financing activities

Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year

2015

2014

2013

$

264.0  $

404.2

$

592.3

217.4 
2.0 
42.7 
–
12.2
(19.0)
(26.8)
(0.1)

3.8
117.6
(49.3)
37.3
(34.8)
(42.8)
260.2
524.2

(211.4)
1.5
(25.4)
(3.8)
(1.7)
(240.8)

239.4
2.7
41.0
–
(10.8)
(25.4)
3.6
2.5

(103.9)
111.4
29.1
(219.4)
(71.2)
35.2
34.2
438.4

(301.5)
2.8
(130.3)
(3.9)
– 
(432.9)

211.6
3.5
47.8
9.2
34.6
(19.0)
21.7
0.3

(36.2)
(356.9)
7.0
54.7
123.4
103.0
204.7
797.0

(391.8)
2.6
(9.5)
(10.0)
– 
(408.7)

 1,951.9
(1,769.5) 
(287.5)
– 
(42.0)
(6.3)
(0.7)
0.7
– 
– 
(153.4)
(67.0)
63.0
363.7
426.7

$

1,689.4
(1,588.8)
(499.7)
(201.2)
(40.8)
(13.2)
(1.4)
– 
(6.1)
(0.2)
(662.0)
(27.0)
(683.5)
1,047.2
363.7

1,135.9
(1,194.0)
(1.0)
– 
(38.9)
(17.0)
(0.1)
11.4
(3.1)
– 
(106.8)
(15.6)
265.9
781.3
$ 1,047.2

$

The Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and the 
Company’s audited Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, which are included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

 Annual Report 2015 AGCO  23

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity

(in millions, except share amounts)

Common Stock

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Balance, December 31, 2012

Net income (loss)
Payment of dividends to shareholders
Issuance of restricted stock
Issuance of performance award stock
SSARs exercised
Stock compensation
Excess tax benefit of stock awards
Conversion of 11/4% convertible senior subordinated notes
Distribution to noncontrolling interest
Changes in noncontrolling interest
Purchases and retirement of common stock
Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes:
Net actuarial gain arising during year
Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost
Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost

Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net
Reclassification to temporary equity – Equity component of convertible senior subordinated notes
Change in cumulative translation adjustment

Balance, December 31, 2013

Net income (loss)
Payment of dividends to shareholders
Issuance of restricted stock
Issuance of performance award stock
SSARs exercised
Stock compensation
Shortfall in tax benefit of stock awards
Conversion of 11/4% convertible senior subordinated notes
Investment by noncontrolling interest
Distribution to noncontrolling interest
Changes in noncontrolling interest
Purchases and retirement of common stock
Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes:
Net loss recognized due to settlement
Net gain recognized due to curtailment
Net actuarial loss arising during year
Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost
Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost

Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net
Change in cumulative translation adjustment

Balance, December 31, 2014

Net income (loss)
Payment of dividends to shareholders
Issuance of restricted stock
Issuance of performance award stock
SSARs exercised
Stock compensation
Excess tax benefit of stock awards
Changes in noncontrolling interest
Purchases and retirement of common stock
Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes: 
Prior service cost arising during year

Net loss recognized due to settlement
Net actuarial gain arising during year
Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost
Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost

Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net
Change in cumulative translation adjustment

Balance, December 31, 2015

Shares
96,815,998
– 
– 
12,059
491,692
61,941
– 
 – 
286
– 
– 
(19,510)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
97,362,466
– 
– 
14,907
367,100
30,477
– 
– 
1,437,465
– 
– 
– 
(10,066,322)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
89,146,093
– 
– 
15,711
172,759
22,176
– 
– 
– 
(5,541,930)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
83,814,809

$

$

Amount

1.0
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
1.0
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(0.1)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
0.9
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(0.1)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
0.8

The Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and 
the Company’s audited Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, which are included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

24  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Additional 

Paid-in 

Capital

Retained 

Earnings

Defined 

Benefit 

Pension 

Plans

Cumulative 

Translation 

Adjustment

Deferred 

(Losses) 

Gains on 

Derivatives

Accumulated 

Other 

Comprehensive 

Noncontrolling 

Stockholders’ 

Temporary 

Loss

Interests

Total 

Equity

$

1,082.9

$

2,843.7

$

(262.9) $

(217.2) $

0.7

$

(479.4) $

$

3,481.5

$

Equity

16.5

(9.3)

597.2

(38.9)

1,117.9

3,402.0

(206.4)

410.4

(40.8)

34.6

0.1

4,044.8

410.5

(40.8)

(86.9)

(304.1)

(0.9)

(0.2)

– 

– 

0.6

(14.7)

(2.2)

34.0

11.4

– 

– 

(2.3)

(1.0)

9.2

0.9

(11.8)

(1.2)

(11.7)

(0.2)

(11.8)

(499.6)

582.5

0.8

(5.6)

(0.7)

11.4

0.7

(287.4)

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

45.2

0.6

10.7

0.4

(0.4)

(54.8)

0.6

7.3

(253.3)

(4.7)

0.2

2.1

0.4

6.3

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

(349.0)

(653.1)

0.1

(0.1)

3,771.6

266.4

(42.0)

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

45.2

0.6

10.7

(0.9)

– 

(86.9)

(510.7)

0.4

(0.4)

(54.8)

0.6

7.3

0.1

(349.0)

(906.5)

(4.7)

0.2

2.1

0.4

6.3

(1.9)

(556.1)

33.3

4.4

(3.1)

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

16.1

(2.4)

48.4

(2.4)

1.1

(2.1)

601.6

(38.9)

0.6

(14.7)

(2.2)

34.0

11.4

– 

(3.1)

(2.3)

(1.0)

45.2

0.6

10.7

(0.9)

9.2

(86.9)

0.9

(11.8)

(1.2)

(11.7)

(0.2)

– 

16.1

(2.4)

(11.8)

(499.7)

0.4

(0.4)

(54.8)

0.6

7.3

0.1

(349.0)

3,496.9

264.0

(42.0)

0.8

(5.6)

(0.7)

11.4

0.7

1.1

(287.5)

(4.7)

0.2

2.1

0.4

6.3

(1.9)

(558.2)

2.3

(9.2)

(0.3)

– 

(6.3)

6.6

(0.3)

– 

$

301.7

$

3,996.0

$

(249.0) $ (1,209.2) $

(2.0) $ (1,460.2) $

45.0

$

2,883.3

$

– 

(556.1)

(1.9)

Common Stock

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost

Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost

Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net

Reclassification to temporary equity – Equity component of convertible senior subordinated notes

Change in cumulative translation adjustment

Balance, December 31, 2012

Net income (loss)

Payment of dividends to shareholders

Issuance of restricted stock

Issuance of performance award stock

SSARs exercised

Stock compensation

Excess tax benefit of stock awards

Conversion of 11/4% convertible senior subordinated notes

Distribution to noncontrolling interest

Changes in noncontrolling interest

Purchases and retirement of common stock

Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes:

Net actuarial gain arising during year

Balance, December 31, 2013

Net income (loss)

Payment of dividends to shareholders

Issuance of restricted stock

Issuance of performance award stock

SSARs exercised

Stock compensation

Shortfall in tax benefit of stock awards

Conversion of 11/4% convertible senior subordinated notes

Investment by noncontrolling interest

Distribution to noncontrolling interest

Changes in noncontrolling interest

Purchases and retirement of common stock

Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes:

Net loss recognized due to settlement

Net gain recognized due to curtailment

Net actuarial loss arising during year

Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net

Change in cumulative translation adjustment

Balance, December 31, 2014

Net income (loss)

Payment of dividends to shareholders

Issuance of restricted stock

Issuance of performance award stock

SSARs exercised

Stock compensation

Excess tax benefit of stock awards

Changes in noncontrolling interest

Purchases and retirement of common stock

Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes: 

Prior service cost arising during year

Net loss recognized due to settlement

Net actuarial gain arising during year

Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net

Change in cumulative translation adjustment

Balance, December 31, 2015

Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost

Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost

– 

– 

12,059

491,692

61,941

286

– 

 – 

– 

– 

(19,510)

14,907

367,100

30,477

1,437,465

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

97,362,466

1.0

(10,066,322)

(0.1)

89,146,093

0.9

15,711

172,759

22,176

(5,541,930)

(0.1)

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

Shares

Amount

96,815,998

$

1.0

$

Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost

Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost

The Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and 

the Company’s audited Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, which are included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

83,814,809

$

0.8

$

Additional 
Paid-in 
Capital

Retained 
Earnings

Defined 
Benefit 
Pension 
Plans

Cumulative 
Translation 
Adjustment

Deferred 
(Losses) 
Gains on 
Derivatives

Accumulated 
Other 
Comprehensive 
Loss

Noncontrolling 
Interests

1,082.9
– 
– 
0.6
(14.7)
(2.2)
34.0
11.4
– 
– 
(2.3)
(1.0)

– 
– 
– 
– 
9.2
– 
1,117.9
– 
– 
0.9
(11.8)
(1.2)
(11.7)
(0.2)
– 
– 
– 
(11.8)
(499.6)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
582.5
– 
– 
0.8
(5.6)
(0.7)
11.4
0.7
– 
(287.4)

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
301.7

$

$

2,843.7
597.2
(38.9)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
3,402.0
410.4
(40.8)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
3,771.6
266.4
(42.0)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
3,996.0

$

(262.9) $
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

(217.2) $
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

45.2
0.6
10.7
– 
– 
– 
(206.4)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

0.4
(0.4)
(54.8)
0.6
7.3
– 
– 
(253.3)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

(4.7)
0.2
2.1
0.4
6.3
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(86.9)
(304.1)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(349.0)
(653.1)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(556.1)

0.7
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
(0.9)
– 
– 
(0.2)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
0.1
– 
(0.1)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(1.9)
– 

$

(479.4) $
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

45.2
0.6
10.7
(0.9)
– 
(86.9)
(510.7)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

0.4
(0.4)
(54.8)
0.6
7.3
0.1
(349.0)
(906.5)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 

(4.7)
0.2
2.1
0.4
6.3
(1.9)
(556.1)

$

(249.0) $ (1,209.2) $

(2.0) $ (1,460.2) $

33.3
4.4
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(3.1)
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
34.6
0.1
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
16.1
(2.4)
– 
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
48.4
(2.4)
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
1.1
– 

– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
– 
(2.1)
45.0

$

Total 
Stockholders’ 
Equity
3,481.5
601.6
(38.9)
0.6
(14.7)
(2.2)
34.0
11.4
– 
(3.1)
(2.3)
(1.0)

45.2
0.6
10.7
(0.9)
9.2
(86.9)
4,044.8
410.5
(40.8)
0.9
(11.8)
(1.2)
(11.7)
(0.2)
– 
16.1
(2.4)
(11.8)
(499.7)

0.4
(0.4)
(54.8)
0.6
7.3
0.1
(349.0)
3,496.9
264.0
(42.0)
0.8
(5.6)
(0.7)
11.4
0.7
1.1
(287.5)

(4.7)
0.2
2.1
0.4
6.3
(1.9)
(558.2)
2,883.3

$

Temporary 
Equity

$

16.5
(9.3)

2.3

(9.2)
(0.3)
– 
(6.3)

6.6

(0.3)
– 

$

– 

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Forward-Looking Statements

This annual report includes forward-looking statements,
including the statements in the Chairman’s Message and
other statements in this report regarding market demand,
population growth, farm productivity, investments in new 
product and technology introductions, strategic initiatives 
and their effects, energy savings, cost reductions, cash 
flows, returns to shareholders and general economic 
conditions. These statements are subject to risks that 
could cause actual results to differ materially from those 
suggested by the statements, including:

Our financial results depend entirely upon the agricultural 
industry, and factors that adversely affect the agricultural 
industry generally, including declines in the general 
economy, increases in farm input costs, lower commodity 
prices and changes in the availability of credit for our retail 
customers, will adversely affect us. The poor performance 
of the general economy has adversely impacted our sales 
and may continue to have an adverse impact on our sales 
in the future, the extent of which we are unable to predict, 
and there can be no assurance that our results will not 
continue to be affected by the weakness in global economic 
conditions. Our success depends on the introduction of new 
products, which requires substantial expenditures and may 
not be well received in the marketplace.

We face significant competition, and if we are unable to 
compete successfully against other agricultural equipment 
manufacturers, we would lose customers and our revenues 
and profitability would decline.

Most of our sales depend on the retail customers 
obtaining financing, and any disruption in their ability 
to obtain financing, whether due to economic downturns 

or otherwise, will result in the sale of fewer products 
by us. A large portion of the retail sales of our products 
is financed by our retail finance joint ventures with 
Rabobank, and any difficulty on Rabobank’s part to fund 
the venture would adversely impact sales if our customers 
would be required to utilize other retail financing providers. 
We depend on suppliers for raw materials, components 
and parts for our products, and any failure by our suppliers 
to provide products as needed, or by us to promptly 
address supplier issues, will adversely impact our ability 
to timely and efficiently manufacture and sell products.

A majority of our sales and manufacturing takes place 
outside the United States, and, as a result, we are 
exposed to risks related to foreign laws, taxes, economic 
conditions, labor supply and relations, political conditions 
and governmental policies. These risks may delay or 
reduce our realization of value from our international 
operations.

Volatility with respect to currency exchange rates and 
interest rates can adversely affect our reported results 
of operations and the competitiveness of our products. 
We are subject to extensive environmental laws and 
regulations, and our compliance with, or our failure to 
comply with, existing or future laws and regulations could 
delay production of our products or otherwise adversely 
affect our business.

We are subject to raw material price fluctuations, 
which can adversely affect our manufacturing costs.

We disclaim any obligation to update forward-looking 
statements except as required by law.

26  AGCO Annual Report 2015

Shareholder Information

Corporate Headquarters
4205 River Green Parkway
Duluth, Georgia 30096 U.S.
+1-770-813-9200

Independent Registered 
Public Accounting Firm
KPMG LLP
Atlanta, Georgia U.S.

Transfer Agent & Registrar
Computershare Trust Company, N.A.
211 Quality Circle, Suite 210
College Station, Texas 77845 U.S.
+1-800-962-4284

Stock Exchange
AGCO Corporation common stock 
(trading symbol is “AGCO”) is traded 
on the New York Stock Exchange.

Form 10-K
The Form 10-K Annual Report filed 
with the Securities and Exchange 
Commission is available in the 
“Investors” Section of our corporate 
website (www.agcocorp.com), under
the heading “SEC Filings,” or upon 
request from the Investor Relations 
Department at our corporate 
headquarters.

Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of the Company’s 
stockholders will be held at 9:00 a.m. ET 
on April 28, 2016 at the offices of 
AGCO Corporation, 4205 River Green 
Parkway, Duluth, Georgia 30096 U.S.

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Comparison of Cumulative Total Return

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100

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AGCO Corporation

Custom Peer Group

S&P Midcap 400 Index

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

Performance Graph
The graph shown (above) is a line graph presentation of the Company’s cumulative stockholder returns on an indexed 
basis as compared to the S&P Mid-Cap 400 Index and a self-constructed peer group of the companies listed in 
footnote 1 to the performance graph (“Peer Group”). Returns for the Company in the graph are not necessarily indicative 
of future performance.

Assumes $100 invested on January 1, 2010. Assumes dividends reinvested. Year ending December 31, 2015.
(1)  Based on information for a self-constructed peer group of companies that includes: Caterpillar Inc., CNH Industrial NV, Cummins Inc.,  

Deere & Company, Eaton Corporation Plc., Ingersoll-Rand Plc., Navistar International Corporation, PACCAR Inc., Parker-Hannifin Corporation 
and Terex Corporation.

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AGCO 2015 Awards
In 2015, our technology leadership was recognized 
internationally with multiple global industry awards:

EAME
Agritechnica, Germany 

Agritechnica is the world’s largest 
trade fair for agricultural machinery 
and equipment, showcasing 
innovations and the latest concepts 
and solutions in Hanover, Germany 
every two years. The most recent 
show in 2015 was a remarkable 
success with AGCO winning three 
of the four top awards:
• Tractor of the Year 2016  

Fendt 1050 Vario 

• Tractor of the Year 2016 Best Utility 

Massey Ferguson MF 5713 SL 

• Golden Tractor for the Design 2016 

Valtra N 174 V 

SIMA Paris International  
Agri-Business Show, France

SIMA is one of the world’s largest 
indoor agricultural shows, attracting 
1,700 companies from 42 countries. 
The 2015 show was a triumph for 
AGCO’s core brands, who won three 
major awards:
• Machine of the Year XXL  

Challenger MT775E 

• Machine of the Year, Tractors below 

150 hp Fendt 300 Vario 
• Machine of the Year, Tractor 
180-280 hp Valtra T Series

Asia/Pacific
2015 China Agricultural Industry 
Award, Asia Pacific

The China Agricultural Industry Award 
is hosted by the China Association of 
Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers, 
the China Agricultural Mechanization 
Association and the China Agricultural 
Machinery Distribution Association. 
AGCO was honored to receive this 
significant agricultural industry award 
which was voted on by thousands 
of agricultural machinery experts 
and customers.
• Golden Award, Product of the Year, 

2015 Agricultural Machinery 
MF2270 

South America
Agrishow, Brazil

Brazil’s Agrishow is one of the biggest, 
most comprehensive agricultural 
technology shows. In 2015, at the 
International Trade Fair of Agricultural 
Technology in Action, AGCO garnered 
a leading award:
• Tractor of the Year Brazil 2015 
Massey Ferguson MF 6700R 
Dyna-4 

28  AGCO Annual Report 2015

North America
American Society of Agricultural 
and Biological Engineers

The American Society of Agricultural 
and Biological Engineers is an 
educational and scientific organization 
dedicated to the advancement of 
engineering and technology for 
sustainable agricultural, food and 
biological systems.
• AE50 Outstanding Innovations 

Award Gleaner S8 Super Series 
combines for its perforated 
cascade pan design

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