Another Sign of the U.S. Manufacturing Comeback

At Rezny Wealth Management, we see John Deere’s recent announcement as part of a much bigger trend. The farm equipment giant plans to invest nearly $20 billion over the next 10 years to expand its U.S. operations. While that number is impressive, John Deere is not alone—many large manufacturers are moving production back to America, signaling a strong shift toward U.S.-based growth and investment.

John Deere, which has been around since 1837, is focusing its investment on new products, advanced technology, and modern factories. For example, the company is building a $70 million factory in North Carolina to make excavators. It also just finished a $40 million expansion in Iowa to produce smart sprayers that use artificial intelligence to target weeds. On top of that, John Deere has put $150 million into upgrading its Illinois plant to build its new, higher-capacity combines.

The company says these projects will help farmers and workers become more efficient and productive. Today, nearly 80% of John Deere’s U.S. sales come from products made in America, and the company employs 30,000 people at more than 60 U.S. locations. It also works with a network of dealerships that employ another 50,000 people, including high school apprentices and U.S. military veterans.

From our perspective, John Deere’s plan shows that major corporations are doubling down on U.S. manufacturing. This isn’t an isolated move—we are seeing more and more companies commit billions of dollars to bring operations back home. For investors, this is a powerful signal: the United States is becoming a hub for innovation, production, and long-term opportunity.

At Rezny Wealth Management, we view John Deere’s move as another clear example of why investing in America’s future makes sense. This is not just about one company—it’s part of a growing wave of investment that strengthens communities, creates jobs, and fuels the economy.

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