Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)
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- symbol CAT
- Rev/Share 133.2049
- Book/Share 38.0501
- PB 9.4575
- Debt/Equity 2.1358
- CurrentRatio 1.3198
- ROIC 0.1516
- MktCap 169219337000.0
- FreeCF/Share 18.0775
- PFCF 19.711
- PE 17.1918
- Debt/Assets 0.4541
- DivYield 0.0157
- ROE 0.5366
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 3
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Oppenheimer | Perform | Outperform | -- | $395 | May 1, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Robert W. Baird | Underperform | Neutral | -- | $309 | May 1, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Morgan Stanley | Underweight | Equal Weight | -- | $283 | April 16, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CAT | UBS | Neutral | Sell | -- | $243 | April 7, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | UBS | Sell | Neutral | $355 | $385 | Feb. 3, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAT | Evercore ISI | Underperform | In-line | -- | $365 | Jan. 13, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CAT | Morgan Stanley | Equal Weight | Underweight | $349 | $332 | Oct. 14, 2024 |
News
Caterpillar's Dividend Hike Is A Positive Signal Amid Macro Worries
Published: June 19, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I reiterate my buy rating on Caterpillar, citing its recent dividend hike and resilient shareholder-friendly actions amid macro uncertainty. Despite weak Q1 results and EPS downgrades, CAT's robust profitability, strong free cash flow, and reasonable valuation support a positive long-term outlook. Key risks include tariff headwinds, global macroeconomic weakness, and China exposure, but CAT's balance sheet and GARP profile remain attractive.
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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: June 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Caterpillar (CAT). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Will CAT's Dividend Hike Revive Investor Confidence in Uncertain Times?
Published: June 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Caterpillar lifts its quarterly dividend by 7% to $1.51, marking 31 straight years of hikes despite recent revenue softness.
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Caterpillar vs. Volvo: Which Heavy Equipment Stock is the Better Buy Now?
Published: June 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAT and VLVLY face near-term headwinds, but Caterpillar's stronger ROE and U.S. tailwinds may give it an edge.
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Trade Tracker: Steve Weiss buys Caterpillar and the XLI
Published: June 11, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive
Steve Weiss, founder and managing partner of Short Hills Capital Partners, joins CNBC's “Halftime Report” to detail his latest buys.
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Caterpillar Inc. Increases Dividend
Published: June 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
IRVING, Texas , June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) voted today to raise the quarterly dividend by 10 cents, a seven percent increase, to one dollar and fifty-one cents ($1.51) per share of common stock, payable Aug. 20 to shareholders of record at close of business July 21. Caterpillar expects to continue to return substantially all Machinery, Energy & Transportation (ME&T) free cash flow to shareholders over time through dividends and share repurchases.
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These 3 Stocks Could Be Back in Play Before You Know It
Published: June 10, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive
There are times in the economic cycle when a particular group of stocks makes more sense than others, and today's market presents investors with one extreme in the economic cycle and the capital and sentiment cycle. Every player in the stock market's game seems crowded in one area, and that is the exciting technology sector, leaving behind some of the better (if not best) risk-to-reward ratios in other industries.
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Caterpillar Volumes Keep Sliding: Is It Time for Investors to Worry?
Published: June 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CAT sees sixth straight quarter of volume declines as demand weakens across key segments and macro pressures intensify.
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Buy, Sell, Or Hold CAT Stock At $350?
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) stock has lagged behind the S&P 500 index over the previous six months, falling by 12% in contrast to the S&P 500's 2% drop. This underachievement corresponds with low dealer inventory levels, which signal weak overall demand for Caterpillar's offerings.
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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: June 04, 2025 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 To Lead Dividend Increases In June As Lowe's Boosted Payout At End Of May
Published: June 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Dividend growth remains robust for select companies, with Casey's, Oil-Dri, and Matson poised for double-digit increases based on strong earnings and expansion. Caterpillar and Kroger are expected to deliver mid-to-high single-digit dividend hikes, reflecting solid but moderating earnings and macroeconomic headwinds. Target and John Wiley will likely announce minimal dividend increases, as flat sales and earnings pressure payout growth, but their long streaks of increases remain intact.
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Why Is Caterpillar (CAT) Up 12.1% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: May 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar (CAT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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CAT Stock Trades at Premium Value: Should You Buy, Hold or Sell?
Published: May 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar trades at a premium despite falling sales, weak volumes and a flat 2025 outlook. The stock is trailing peers and the industry in YTD performance.
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Dow Jones: Nike, Caterpillar, Goldman Sachs Lead as Blue Chips Surge in US Market Today
Published: May 27, 2025 by: FXEmpire
Sentiment: Positive
Dow jumps 500 points after Trump delays EU tariffs. Tech stocks and blue chips like Nike and Caterpillar lead today's US stock market rally.
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Insiders are Buying These 3 Stocks
Published: May 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Insiders have a longer holding period than most, and many strict rules apply to their transactions. Recently, insiders of these three companies have scooped up shares.
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Buried Under Fear: One Of The Best Opportunities I've Seen In Years
Published: May 19, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I focus on anticipating market shifts, applying a big-picture, thematic approach to find alpha where others aren't looking. Despite market fragility and high valuations, I'm actively buying cyclical dividend growth stocks before broader sentiment turns positive. Early signs of economic improvement suggest cyclical sectors, especially industrials and transportation, offer exceptional long-term risk/reward.
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CAT Vs KMTUY: Which Heavy Equipment Stock is the Better Buy Now?
Published: May 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar and Komatsu, two heavy equipment powerhouses, face challenges from tariff pressures. Find out which stock offers better value for investors.
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Caterpillar Showcases Machinery that has Built America for 100 Years in Celebration of Construction
Published: May 14, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Equipment at Association of Equipment Manufacturers' National Mall event imagines future of manufacturing and construction IRVING, Texas , May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today is showcasing its innovative and iconic iron at the National Mall as part of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Celebration of Construction. The U.S.-based company is highlighting how its products, technology and services have helped customers for 100 years.
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Caterpillar's stock is now a buy as tariff deals should boost revenue, analyst says
Published: May 13, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive
The bulldozer and dump-truck maker's stock rises after Baird turns bullish, citing a “revenue tailwind” from the de-escalation of the U.S.-China trade row.
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"All In" Upgrade on CAT, Tariff Pause Fuels Bullishness
Published: May 13, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar (CAT) got an upgrade to outperform from neutral by Baird after the firm upgraded the stock from a bearish position earlier this year. Caroline Woods says it's a signal of bulls funneling back into stocks hit by tariff uncertainty as she highlights figures fueling Baird's position.
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Investors Heavily Search Caterpillar Inc. (CAT): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Caterpillar (CAT). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Caterpillar Misses on Q1 Earnings: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar Inc.'s CAT recently reported first-quarter 2025 results were not impressive, with the mining and construction equipment behemoth witnessing year-over-year declines in its top and bottom lines, and falling short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company reported volume declines across all its segments.
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Caterpillar Q1 2025: Margins Strong, Sales Down, And A Tariff Hit Coming
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Caterpillar Inc.'s Q1 2025 revenue fell 10% due to dealer inventory dynamics, but adjusted EPS remained strong at $4.25 with a healthy 18.3% operating profit margin. Segment performance varied: Construction and Resource Industries lagged, while Energy & Transportation showed strong demand, especially from data centers and utilities. Caterpillar's backlog grew by $5 billion, indicating strong future revenue visibility despite current revenue declines and weak free cash flow.
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Why Caterpillar Stock Is Volatile Today
Published: April 30, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar (CAT 0.68%) reported weaker-than-expected first-quarter results and lowered full-year guidance. But investors went into earnings season anticipating bad news from Cat, limiting the downside post-announcement.
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Caterpillar Announces Virtual 2025 Shareholder Meeting
Published: April 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
IRVING, Texas , April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) will hold a virtual annual shareholder meeting Wednesday, June 11 at 8 a.m. CDT. Shareholders owning Caterpillar common stock at the close of business on April 14, or their legal proxy holders, are entitled to participate, submit questions and vote on several items at the virtual annual meeting.
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CAT Q1 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimates on Weak Volumes
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar witnesses lower revenues and earnings in Q1 due to weak volumes in all its segments.
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Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Caterpillar (CAT) Q1 Earnings
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Caterpillar (CAT) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 30, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Alex Kapper - Vice President, Investor Relations Jim Umpleby - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Joe Creed - Chief Operating Officer & Incoming Chief Executive Officer Andrew Bonfield - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Michael Feniger - Bank of America Rob Wertheimer - Melius Research Tami Zakaria - JPMorgan Kyle Menges - Citigroup David Raso - Evercore ISI Jamie Cook - Truist Securities Angel Castillo - Morgan Stanley Stephen Volkmann - Jefferies Kristen Owen - Oppenheimer Jerry Revich - Goldman Sachs Operator …
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Caterpillar (CAT) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar (CAT) came out with quarterly earnings of $4.25 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.30 per share. This compares to earnings of $5.60 per share a year ago.
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Caterpillar says tariffs could lead to up to $350 million in short-term costs
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Negative
Caterpillar expects “negative economic growth” in the second half of the year.
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About Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)
- IPO Date 1929-12-02
- Website https://www.caterpillar.com
- Industry Agricultural - Machinery
- CEO Mr. Joseph E. Creed CPA
- Employees 112900