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- symbol CAT
- Rev/Share 144.8853
- Book/Share 45.6977
- PB 14.8434
- Debt/Equity 2.0326
- CurrentRatio 1.4357
- ROIC 0.1142
- MktCap 317773938260.0
- FreeCF/Share 22.0236
- PFCF 30.9299
- PE 35.6623
- Debt/Assets 0.4395
- DivYield 0.0088
- ROE 0.451
- Rating B
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initiation | CAT | Wells Fargo | -- | Overweight | -- | -- | Nov. 14, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | HSBC Securities | Hold | Buy | -- | $660 | Nov. 6, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAT | RBC Capital Mkts | -- | Sector Perform | -- | $560 | Oct. 22, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Erste Group | Hold | Buy | -- | -- | Oct. 3, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Evercore ISI | In-line | Outperform | -- | $476 | Aug. 19, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CAT | Morgan Stanley | Equal Weight | Underweight | -- | $350 | Aug. 7, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Melius | Hold | Buy | -- | $500 | July 9, 2025 |
| Reiterated | CAT | BofA Securities | -- | Buy | $335 | $385 | May 30, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | UBS | Sell | Neutral | -- | $357 | May 16, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Robert W. Baird | Neutral | Outperform | -- | $395 | May 13, 2025 |
News
Should You Buy, Sell or Hold Caterpillar Stock Post Q4 Earnings?
Published: February 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
CAT posts record Q4 revenues and backlog as volumes surge, but margin pressure and a premium valuation raise questions on what to do next.
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Wall Street Roundup: Risk Off
Published: February 06, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative
Risk-off sentiment is driving sharp sell-offs in Bitcoin and major software stocks, with investors reallocating away from stretched tech valuations. AI-driven CapEx arms race at Alphabet (GOOGL) and Amazon (AMZN) is sparking concerns about profitability and sector disruption, despite strong revenue growth.
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Caterpillar Is Riding the Data Center Boom—But Is It Too Expensive Now?
Published: February 04, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive
Amid a strong year for the industrials sector, U.S. machinery giant Caterpillar NYSE: CAT was among the most notable standouts of 2025. Using the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund NYSEARCA: XLI as a proxy, the sector delivered a total return of around 19% last year.
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Is Trending Stock Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) a Buy Now?
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar (CAT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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ACI Wins Multi-Year Caterpillar Engagement as Strategic Technology Transformation Partner
Published: February 03, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Global Technology Firm Selected to Lead Mission-Critical Digital Infrastructure Modernization for the Heavy Equipment Leader SOMERSET, N.J., Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ACI, a global provider of enterprise-grade technology services, today announced it has entered into a multi-year, strategic partnership with Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT).
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Caterpillar Rewards Shareholders With $56 Billion Returns
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive
Building on its recent January 2026 earnings report, where Caterpillar (CAT) posted a decisive beat with record full-year revenues of $67.6 billion and adjusted EPS of $19.06, the company continues to solidify its reputation as a powerhouse of shareholder value.
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These Analysts Boost Their Forecasts On Caterpillar Following Better-Than-Expected Q4 Earnings
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) reported upbeat earnings for the fourth quarter on Thursday.
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CAT Tops Q4 Earnings Estimates, Posts Record Revenues on Higher Volumes
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar beats Q4 EPS estimates as record $19.1B revenues on higher volumes end earnings declines, though tariffs and costs squeeze margins.
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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Unit Labor Costs Remain Negative
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
It's a busy morning for data today, with Q4 earnings season continuing to heat up and Thursday Weekly Jobless Claims leading a train of economic data. Pre-market futures are currently in the green: the Dow +50 points, the S&P 500 +20, the Nasdaq +57 and the small-cap Russell 2000 +7 points at this hour.
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If You Don't Believe In Geo-Capex, Look At Caterpillar's Q4 Earnings
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar's earnings are hard evidence that geo-capex is real: volumes drove growth, backlog hit a record $51B (+71% YoY), and power & energy demand tied to data centers keeps accelerating. Services now exceed $24B, cash flows remain strong despite tariff headwinds, and Power & Energy profits surged +55% YoY, confirming Caterpillar's positioning at the center of the AI-infrastructure cycle. The problem is no longer the business, but the price.
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Caterpillar fourth quarter earnings top estimates on strong equipment sales
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:CAT, XETRA:CAT) posted fourth quarter financial results that exceeded Wall Street expectations on both earnings and revenue, supported by higher equipment sales volumes. The heavy-equipment maker posted adjusted earnings of $5.16 per share for the fourth quarter, slightly up from $5.14 per share a year earlier and above analysts' expectations of $4.71.
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Caterpillar Stock Hits Record Highs After Earnings
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive
Meta Platforms (META) and Microsoft (MSFT) aren't the only Dow stocks moving after earnings today.
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Caterpillar is Set to Report Q4 Earnings: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CAT's Q4 earnings are set to decline for the sixth straight quarter, with weaker pricing and higher costs pressuring results despite higher volumes.
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Caterpillar Q4 Preview: Backlog, Margins, And The AI Power Trade
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I initiate Caterpillar Inc. with a Buy rating heading into the Q4 2025 print. My main focus is on the Energy & Transportation segment, since it drove the recent re-rate. CAT Q3 sales to users rose 25%, and Power Generation increased 33% on engine demand. Backlog jumped $2.4B in Q3 and was up 39% YOY. I think the stock could see a double-digit sequential increase in Q4.
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Ahead of Caterpillar (CAT) Q4 Earnings: Get Ready With Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Beyond analysts' top-and-bottom-line estimates for Caterpillar (CAT), evaluate projections for some of its key metrics to gain a better insight into how the business might have performed for the quarter ended December 2025.
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Final Trades: Capital One, Medtronic, Transocean and Caterpillar
Published: January 23, 2026 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral
The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.
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Analysts Estimate Caterpillar (CAT) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar (CAT) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Is Most-Watched Stock Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Worth Betting on Now?
Published: January 21, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Caterpillar (CAT) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
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Caterpillar vs. Volvo: Which Heavy Equipment Stock is the Better Buy?
Published: January 19, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CAT and VLVLY face slowing demand and tariff pressures, but both are investing in technology and capacity to position for long-term infrastructure growth.
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These 2 Industrial Products Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.
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Caterpillar's 30% Payout Ratio Shows Why Its Dividend Can Survive the Next Recession
Published: January 15, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
Caterpillar Inc (NYSE: CAT) manufactures heavy equipment that builds the world's infrastructure.
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Wall Street Roundup: Is Everything Priced In But Normalcy?
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
AI-driven demand is fueling outsized gains in memory, storage, and power infrastructure stocks, with SNDK up 71% in a month and MU up 230% in 2025. Geopolitical events, notably US action in Venezuela, boosted oil and defense stocks, but pressured Canadian oil sands due to heavy crude competition.
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Trump Tariff Takedown Threat: 2 Stocks Facing Supreme Court Doom
Published: January 08, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar (CAT) shares rose 58% over the past year. Tariffs curbing cheap Chinese imports boosted domestic demand for Caterpillar equipment. General Motors (GM) stock climbed 53% over the past year. A 25% duty on imported trucks shielded GM models like the Chevrolet Silverado.
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Caterpillar Teams With NVIDIA to Revolutionize Heavy Industry with Physical AI and Robotics
Published: January 07, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
AI-powered solutions to transform machines, job sites, factories and supply chains LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today announced an expanded collaboration with NVIDIA to drive innovation across industries through next-generation, AI-enhanced customer solutions and manufacturing systems. This engagement will transform how work gets done for Caterpillar's customers, dealers and employees.
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Caterpillar Unveils AI-Powered Future and Invests in the Workforce Building It
Published: January 07, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
New Cat AI Assistant joins the Cat ecosystem as company previews machines built for the next frontier in autonomy: construction NVIDIA collaboration will accelerate the ability to turn insights into action, transforming how work gets done Company pledges $25 million to support the workforce building a better, more sustainable world LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today unveiled a set of AI-powered and autonomous innovations that mark a major step forward for heavy industry, transforming machines into intelligent, connected systems that help customers build and power the world's critical infrastructure. Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed took …
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Caterpillar taps Nvidia to bring AI to its construction equipment
Published: January 07, 2026 by: TechCrunch
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar is diving deeper into incorporating AI and automation into its fleet of construction machinery through a partnership with semiconductor giant Nvidia.
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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar (CAT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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Caterpillar Introduces Cat AI Assistant
Published: January 06, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Information-rich AI client helps industry turn insights into action, transforms worksite experience for customers, operators and technicians LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has unveiled Cat AI Assistant, an AI-based solution that allows Cat customers to engage with Caterpillar's equipment and portfolio of digital applications in new, powerful ways. With Cat AI Assistant, Caterpillar is making it easier for customers to buy, maintain, manage and operate their equipment — no matter where they are.
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Is It Worth Investing in Caterpillar (CAT) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?
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About Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)
- IPO Date 1929-12-02
- Website https://www.caterpillar.com
- Industry Agricultural - Machinery
- CEO Joseph E. Creed
- Employees 112900