Articles by Charlie Glass

August 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on September 13, 2017

Farm equipment sales history is replete with hills and valleys and we certainly are in a valley now. Traditionally, the range between the hilltop and the valley floor is about 20% in terms of unit sales.

July 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on August 11, 2017

It comes as no surprise to anyone in this industry that 2017 is shaping up to be a difficult year in terms of larger equipment sales.

June 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on July 14, 2017

Our data allows us to take a very objective view of the current situation in the agricultural equipment markets and all are pointing toward a solid base building this year. There are concerns about the export markets from several perspectives.

May 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on June 15, 2017

There are signs that it is a difficult period for equipment sales, but objective data is evidence that positive change is in our future.

April 2017 Tractor and Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on May 12, 2017

There are definitely signs that there is some strength building into the tractor markets as the year continues to progress. Confidence on rural main street remains high even though the political in-fighting in Washington D.C. roils.

March 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on April 12, 2017

Here is Glass Management Group’s discussion and analysis of the farm equipment sales report issued by the Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers on April 10, 2017.

February 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on March 15, 2017

There is a renewed sense of confidence within the country these days and the latest jobs report certainly supports these sentiments. This latest report nearly doubled the projected increase in jobs for the month of February and showed an increase in full time positions for the first time in many months.

January 2017 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on February 14, 2017

After the release of our 2017 forecast last November, we have received several communications from readers who seem to have the same question; “What planet are you from?” They did not agree with our forecast and, from the looks of things, they might be right!

December 2016 Tractor & Combine Analysis and Final 2017 Forecast

By Charlie Glass posted on January 16, 2017

This past year has been one of the most trying years in recent history for farm equipment manufacturers and dealers alike with precipitous declines in the large tractor markets and the combine market. If you were in an area where small horsepower tractors dominate, you have a bit of a smile on your face as this year draws to a close.

November 2016 Tractor & Combine Analysis

By Charlie Glass posted on December 15, 2016

2016 is shaping up to be a difficult year but there are some bright spots shining through. U.S. farmers continue to exhibit some financial strength and that should allow them to take advantage of any future buying opportunities that might arise.

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