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Archer Investment Corp acquired a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund acquired 750 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $799,000.

Several other hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of CAT. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC grew its stake in Caterpillar by 0.7% in the 2nd quarter. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC now owns 1,635 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,741,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in Caterpillar by 1.2% during the second quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 944 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $936,000 after acquiring an additional 11 shares during the period. Bell Bank grew its position in shares of Caterpillar by 0.6% in the second quarter. Bell Bank now owns 1,865 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,986,000 after purchasing an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC increased its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.7% in the first quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC now owns 1,818 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,288,000 after purchasing an additional 12 shares during the period. Finally, Advisory Resource Group lifted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 0.8% during the 4th quarter. Advisory Resource Group now owns 1,632 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $935,000 after purchasing an additional 13 shares during the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Caterpillar Price Performance Shares of NYSE:CAT opened at $821.25 on Wednesday. Caterpillar Inc. has a 1-year low of $416.44 and a 1-year high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market capitalization of $377.50 billion, a PE ratio of 35.34, a PEG ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. The business’s 50 day moving average is $863.27 and its 200-day moving average is $839.74. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The business had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.Caterpillar’s revenue was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $4.72 earnings per share. Sell-side analysts predict that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current year. Caterpillar News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: Caterpillar’s power-generation backlog reportedly reached $72 billion, reinforcing the view that demand from data centers and AI-related infrastructure could make the company less dependent on the traditional construction cycle. Caterpillar’s Power Generation Backlog Just Hit $72 Billion Positive Sentiment: Recent coverage points to Caterpillar’s record backlog, strong earnings and raised 2026 outlook as key reasons for its roughly 95% one-year gain. The company’s latest reported quarter also exceeded EPS and revenue expectations, supporting investor confidence in its operating momentum. Caterpillar Gains 95% in a Year: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock? Positive Sentiment: Chief Digital Officer Ogi Redzic described how AI is changing construction work, highlighting Caterpillar’s efforts to use digital tools and automation to improve equipment productivity and customer operations. This could strengthen the company’s longer-term technology and services opportunity. Caterpillar’s Digital Chief Ogi Redzic on How A.I. Is Redefining Construction Work Neutral Sentiment: Industry coverage continues to identify Caterpillar as a leading construction-equipment company, supported by its global dealer network and cash-generation capabilities. However, the equipment showcase itself does not provide a new financial catalyst. Caterpillar vs. Corning: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Negative Sentiment: At approximately 34 times earnings, Caterpillar trades at a demanding valuation after its major rally. Analysts note that the premium leaves the stock vulnerable to profit-taking or disappointment if backlog conversion, margins or the 2026 outlook weaken. Caterpillar Gains 95% in a Year: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock? Insider Transactions at Caterpillar In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. 0.33% of the stock is owned by company insiders.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of research firms have issued reports on CAT. Royal Bank Of Canada raised their target price on Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Truist Financial set a $980.00 price objective on Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Oppenheimer restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,118.00 price objective on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Tuesday, August 4th. Rothschild & Co Redburn upped their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, May 14th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Wednesday, June 17th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have issued a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Caterpillar presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $995.52.

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About Caterpillar (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction, mining, and industrial equipment. The company’s products include excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, articulated trucks, and off-highway trucks, as well as related attachments and work tools. Caterpillar also supplies replacement parts, equipment services, technology solutions, and rental support through its dealer network.

The company serves customers in construction, mining, quarrying, energy, transportation, forestry, agriculture, and government-related industries.

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BNP Paribas cut its stake in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) by 53.0% during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 6,365 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 7,191 shares during the period. BNP Paribas’ holdings in Caterpillar were worth $6,627,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Field & Main Bank purchased a new position in Caterpillar during the second quarter valued at approximately $7,374,000. Prosperitas Financial LLC bought a new stake in Caterpillar during the second quarter valued at about $2,611,000. Wellington Management Group LLP lifted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 2.3% in the second quarter. Wellington Management Group LLP now owns 1,144,800 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,219,098,000 after acquiring an additional 26,078 shares in the last quarter. Archer Investment Corp bought a new position in shares of Caterpillar in the second quarter worth about $799,000. Finally, Fox Hill Wealth Management purchased a new stake in shares of Caterpillar during the second quarter worth about $10,470,000. 70.98% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Insiders Place Their Bets In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the sale, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Caterpillar Stock Up 0.9% Shares of NYSE CAT opened at $821.25 on Wednesday. Caterpillar Inc. has a 1 year low of $416.44 and a 1 year high of $1,073.46. The firm has a 50-day simple moving average of $863.27 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $839.74. The company has a market cap of $377.50 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.34, a PEG ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65, a current ratio of 1.37 and a quick ratio of 0.85. Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.34 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $4.72 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. Research analysts anticipate that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current year.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of equities research analysts have issued reports on CAT shares. Oppenheimer reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $1,118.00 price objective on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Tuesday, August 4th. Weiss Ratings raised shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 19th. Citigroup lifted their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 14th. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 price objective on Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price target on Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 17th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $995.52.

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Key Headlines Impacting Caterpillar Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: Caterpillar’s power-generation backlog reportedly reached $72 billion, reinforcing the view that demand from data centers and AI-related infrastructure could make the company less dependent on the traditional construction cycle. Caterpillar’s Power Generation Backlog Just Hit $72 Billion Positive Sentiment: Recent coverage points to Caterpillar’s record backlog, strong earnings and raised 2026 outlook as key reasons for its roughly 95% one-year gain. The company’s latest reported quarter also exceeded EPS and revenue expectations, supporting investor confidence in its operating momentum. Caterpillar Gains 95% in a Year: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock? Positive Sentiment: Chief Digital Officer Ogi Redzic described how AI is changing construction work, highlighting Caterpillar’s efforts to use digital tools and automation to improve equipment productivity and customer operations. This could strengthen the company’s longer-term technology and services opportunity. Caterpillar’s Digital Chief Ogi Redzic on How A.I. Is Redefining Construction Work Neutral Sentiment: Industry coverage continues to identify Caterpillar as a leading construction-equipment company, supported by its global dealer network and cash-generation capabilities. However, the equipment showcase itself does not provide a new financial catalyst. Caterpillar vs. Corning: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Negative Sentiment: At approximately 34 times earnings, Caterpillar trades at a demanding valuation after its major rally. Analysts note that the premium leaves the stock vulnerable to profit-taking or disappointment if backlog conversion, margins or the 2026 outlook weaken. Caterpillar Gains 95% in a Year: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock? About Caterpillar (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction, mining, and industrial equipment. The company’s products include excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, articulated trucks, and off-highway trucks, as well as related attachments and work tools. Caterpillar also supplies replacement parts, equipment services, technology solutions, and rental support through its dealer network.

The company serves customers in construction, mining, quarrying, energy, transportation, forestry, agriculture, and government-related industries.

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Chapin Davis Inc. trimmed its position in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) by 12.5% during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 5,445 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 780 shares during the quarter. Caterpillar comprises about 1.0% of Chapin Davis Inc.’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 27th biggest position. Chapin Davis Inc.’s holdings in Caterpillar were worth $5,798,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of CAT. Lam Group Inc. purchased a new stake in Caterpillar during the first quarter valued at $26,000. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 220.0% in the 4th quarter. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC now owns 48 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $28,000 after acquiring an additional 33 shares during the last quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 440.0% in the 2nd quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. now owns 27 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $29,000 after purchasing an additional 22 shares during the period. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Caterpillar during the 4th quarter valued at approximately $32,000. Finally, Matrix Trust Co lifted its position in Caterpillar by 93.8% in the second quarter. Matrix Trust Co now owns 31 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $33,000 after buying an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Caterpillar Stock Performance Shares of CAT stock opened at $821.25 on Wednesday. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12-month low of $416.44 and a 12-month high of $1,073.46. The business’s fifty day simple moving average is $863.27 and its 200-day simple moving average is $839.74. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The company has a market cap of $377.50 billion, a PE ratio of 35.34, a PEG ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.34 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $4.72 EPS. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Caterpillar News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: Caterpillar’s power-generation backlog reportedly reached $72 billion, reinforcing the view that demand from data centers and AI-related infrastructure could make the company less dependent on the traditional construction cycle. Caterpillar’s Power Generation Backlog Just Hit $72 Billion Positive Sentiment: Recent coverage points to Caterpillar’s record backlog, strong earnings and raised 2026 outlook as key reasons for its roughly 95% one-year gain. The company’s latest reported quarter also exceeded EPS and revenue expectations, supporting investor confidence in its operating momentum. Caterpillar Gains 95% in a Year: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock? Positive Sentiment: Chief Digital Officer Ogi Redzic described how AI is changing construction work, highlighting Caterpillar’s efforts to use digital tools and automation to improve equipment productivity and customer operations. This could strengthen the company’s longer-term technology and services opportunity. Caterpillar’s Digital Chief Ogi Redzic on How A.I. Is Redefining Construction Work Neutral Sentiment: Industry coverage continues to identify Caterpillar as a leading construction-equipment company, supported by its global dealer network and cash-generation capabilities. However, the equipment showcase itself does not provide a new financial catalyst. Caterpillar vs. Corning: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Negative Sentiment: At approximately 34 times earnings, Caterpillar trades at a demanding valuation after its major rally. Analysts note that the premium leaves the stock vulnerable to profit-taking or disappointment if backlog conversion, margins or the 2026 outlook weaken. Caterpillar Gains 95% in a Year: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock? Analyst Ratings Changes A number of equities analysts recently issued reports on CAT shares. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 price objective on Caterpillar in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Truist Financial set a $980.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Citigroup raised their price objective on Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 14th. Wells Fargo & Company increased their price target on Caterpillar from $1,050.00 to $1,155.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Finally, UBS Group raised their price target on Caterpillar from $900.00 to $925.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have given a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $995.52.

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Insiders Place Their Bets In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Corporate insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

About Caterpillar (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction, mining, and industrial equipment. The company’s products include excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, articulated trucks, and off-highway trucks, as well as related attachments and work tools. Caterpillar also supplies replacement parts, equipment services, technology solutions, and rental support through its dealer network.

The company serves customers in construction, mining, quarrying, energy, transportation, forestry, agriculture, and government-related industries.

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Empowered Funds LLC acquired a new position in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund acquired 72,272 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $76,962,000.

Several other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the stock. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC increased its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.7% in the second quarter. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC now owns 1,635 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,741,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the period. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC raised its holdings in Caterpillar by 1.2% during the 2nd quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 944 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $936,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Bell Bank boosted its position in Caterpillar by 0.6% during the 2nd quarter. Bell Bank now owns 1,865 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,986,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the period. Cornerstone Advisory LLC grew its holdings in Caterpillar by 0.7% in the 1st quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC now owns 1,818 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,288,000 after acquiring an additional 12 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Advisory Resource Group increased its position in shares of Caterpillar by 0.8% in the fourth quarter. Advisory Resource Group now owns 1,632 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $935,000 after acquiring an additional 13 shares during the period. 70.98% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Caterpillar Trading Down 0.1% NYSE:CAT opened at $813.51 on Tuesday. The company has a 50-day moving average price of $868.12 and a 200-day moving average price of $839.26. The stock has a market cap of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a P/E/G ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12 month low of $416.44 and a 12 month high of $1,073.46.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $4.72 earnings per share. Caterpillar’s quarterly revenue was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. Equities analysts predict that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current year. Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were issued a dividend of $1.63 per share. This is a positive change from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.8%. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.06%.

Analyst Ratings Changes Several brokerages have recently commented on CAT. Weiss Ratings raised shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 19th. Wells Fargo & Company raised their target price on Caterpillar from $1,050.00 to $1,155.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Tuesday, June 23rd. Evercore restated an “outperform” rating and set a $1,103.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Monday, May 11th. Barclays upped their price target on Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 6th. Finally, Rothschild & Co Redburn lifted their price objective on Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 14th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $995.52.

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Insider Activity In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Corporate insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar Company Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Coastal Bridge Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm purchased 1,974 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,102,000.

Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in CAT. Pacific Point Advisors LLC purchased a new position in shares of Caterpillar in the fourth quarter worth $579,000. Brighton Jones LLC boosted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 51.5% during the fourth quarter. Brighton Jones LLC now owns 7,409 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $2,688,000 after buying an additional 2,519 shares during the last quarter. United Bank increased its holdings in Caterpillar by 108.5% in the 2nd quarter. United Bank now owns 4,083 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,585,000 after buying an additional 2,125 shares in the last quarter. Schnieders Capital Management LLC. increased its holdings in Caterpillar by 3.9% in the 2nd quarter. Schnieders Capital Management LLC. now owns 9,147 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,551,000 after buying an additional 347 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Alliancebernstein L.P. raised its position in Caterpillar by 6.5% in the 2nd quarter. Alliancebernstein L.P. now owns 572,165 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $222,120,000 after buying an additional 34,846 shares during the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of Caterpillar stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities analysts have issued reports on CAT shares. Sanford C. Bernstein restated a “market perform” rating and set a $1,002.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. UBS Group boosted their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $900.00 to $925.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Citigroup increased their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. Evercore restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,103.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Monday, May 11th. Finally, Zacks Research raised shares of Caterpillar from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 12th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $995.52. Get Our Latest Report on Caterpillar

Caterpillar Trading Down 0.1% Shares of NYSE:CAT opened at $813.51 on Tuesday. The stock’s 50-day simple moving average is $868.12 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $839.26. The stock has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a PEG ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. Caterpillar Inc. has a 52-week low of $416.44 and a 52-week high of $1,073.46. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a current ratio of 1.37.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $4.72 EPS. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were issued a dividend of $1.63 per share. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

Caterpillar Company Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Camarda Financial Advisors LLC purchased a new position in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 4,280 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $4,558,000. Caterpillar accounts for about 1.4% of Camarda Financial Advisors LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 16th largest position.

A number of other hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. BlackRock Inc. bought a new stake in Caterpillar during the second quarter worth $40,457,153,000. State Street Corp increased its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 1.1% in the 4th quarter. State Street Corp now owns 35,388,550 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $20,273,039,000 after purchasing an additional 385,204 shares during the last quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC increased its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.9% in the 4th quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 10,610,182 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $6,072,572,000 after purchasing an additional 94,524 shares during the last quarter. Fisher Asset Management LLC raised its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 0.6% during the 4th quarter. Fisher Asset Management LLC now owns 9,493,266 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $5,438,408,000 after buying an additional 54,069 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE lifted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 16.0% during the 4th quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 6,738,802 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,860,457,000 after buying an additional 928,974 shares during the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several research firms recently weighed in on CAT. Wells Fargo & Company raised their price objective on Caterpillar from $1,050.00 to $1,155.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Tuesday, June 23rd. Barclays boosted their target price on Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Royal Bank Of Canada raised their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Sanford C. Bernstein reaffirmed a “market perform” rating and set a $1,002.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 19th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52.

Check Out Our Latest Report on Caterpillar Insider Buying and Selling In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $27,954,303.90. The trade was a 48.39% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Caterpillar Price Performance Shares of CAT opened at $813.51 on Tuesday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The stock has a market cap of $373.95 billion, a PE ratio of 35.00, a PEG ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12-month low of $416.44 and a 12-month high of $1,073.46. The business has a 50-day simple moving average of $868.12 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $839.26.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm posted $4.72 earnings per share. Analysts anticipate that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Investors of record on Monday, July 20th were given a dividend of $1.63 per share. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.8%. This is a boost from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio is 28.06%.

About Caterpillar (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Maxele Advisors LLC bought a new position in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 1,039 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,106,000. Caterpillar comprises 0.8% of Maxele Advisors LLC’s holdings, making the stock its 20th biggest position.

A number of other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in CAT. Lam Group Inc. bought a new stake in Caterpillar during the first quarter worth approximately $26,000. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC grew its stake in Caterpillar by 220.0% in the 4th quarter. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC now owns 48 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $28,000 after buying an additional 33 shares during the last quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. grew its stake in Caterpillar by 440.0% in the 2nd quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. now owns 27 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $29,000 after buying an additional 22 shares during the last quarter. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC bought a new position in Caterpillar in the 4th quarter worth $32,000. Finally, Matrix Trust Co lifted its position in Caterpillar by 93.8% during the 2nd quarter. Matrix Trust Co now owns 31 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $33,000 after acquiring an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Caterpillar Price Performance Shares of CAT stock opened at $813.51 on Tuesday. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12 month low of $416.44 and a 12 month high of $1,073.46. The company has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.00, a P/E/G ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $868.12 and a two-hundred day moving average of $839.26. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The business had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.Caterpillar’s quarterly revenue was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $4.72 earnings per share. As a group, equities analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current year. Caterpillar Increases Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Stockholders of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a $1.63 dividend. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.8%. This is a positive change from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several equities research analysts have recently issued reports on the company. Wells Fargo & Company raised their price target on Caterpillar from $1,050.00 to $1,155.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. UBS Group raised their target price on Caterpillar from $900.00 to $925.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 price objective on Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Rothschild & Co Redburn boosted their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 14th. Finally, Weiss Ratings raised shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 19th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $995.52.

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Insider Activity at Caterpillar In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

About Caterpillar (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Centaurus Financial Inc. acquired a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm acquired 3,586 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,819,000.

A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the stock. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. grew its stake in Caterpillar by 440.0% in the second quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. now owns 27 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $29,000 after purchasing an additional 22 shares in the last quarter. Matrix Trust Co increased its position in shares of Caterpillar by 93.8% during the 2nd quarter. Matrix Trust Co now owns 31 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $33,000 after purchasing an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. Axiom Investment Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of Caterpillar during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $36,000. Lam Group Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Caterpillar in the 1st quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Finally, Tacita Capital Inc acquired a new stake in shares of Caterpillar in the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $47,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of equities analysts recently weighed in on CAT shares. Citigroup boosted their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 14th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 17th. Royal Bank Of Canada lifted their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Oppenheimer restated an “outperform” rating and set a $1,118.00 price objective on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Tuesday, August 4th. Finally, Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 19th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $995.52.

Check Out Our Latest Report on CAT Insider Activity In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. The trade was a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Caterpillar Price Performance NYSE:CAT opened at $813.51 on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of $373.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.00, a P/E/G ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60. The firm’s fifty day moving average price is $868.12 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $839.26. Caterpillar Inc. has a one year low of $416.44 and a one year high of $1,073.46. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65, a current ratio of 1.37 and a quick ratio of 0.85.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. Caterpillar’s quarterly revenue was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $4.72 EPS. Equities analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were given a dividend of $1.63 per share. This represents a $6.52 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.8%. This is a boost from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 28.06%.

Caterpillar Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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CAT's record backlog, strong earnings and raised 2026 outlook support its rally, but a premium valuation warrants caution.

Ausdal Financial Partners Inc. purchased a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 67,574 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $71,959,000. Caterpillar accounts for approximately 2.8% of Ausdal Financial Partners Inc.’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 6th biggest position.

A number of other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the business. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 440.0% in the 2nd quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. now owns 27 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $29,000 after purchasing an additional 22 shares in the last quarter. Matrix Trust Co lifted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 93.8% during the 2nd quarter. Matrix Trust Co now owns 31 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $33,000 after buying an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. Axiom Investment Management LLC acquired a new stake in Caterpillar in the second quarter valued at about $36,000. Lam Group Inc. bought a new stake in shares of Caterpillar during the 1st quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Finally, Tacita Capital Inc acquired a new position in Caterpillar during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $47,000. Institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar Stock Performance Shares of CAT opened at $813.51 on Monday. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $872.52 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $838.91. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12 month low of $416.44 and a 12 month high of $1,073.46. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The stock has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.00, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.41 and a beta of 1.60.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned $4.72 EPS. As a group, analysts predict that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current year. Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Investors of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a dividend of $1.63 per share. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.06%.

Caterpillar News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of analysts have weighed in on CAT shares. Erste Group Bank cut shares of Caterpillar from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Monday, July 27th. Zacks Research raised Caterpillar from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 12th. Rothschild & Co Redburn boosted their price target on Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, May 14th. Barclays lifted their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 6th. Finally, Truist Financial set a $980.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $995.52.

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Insider Activity In related news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of Caterpillar stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

About Caterpillar (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Caterpillar is experiencing unprecedented demand as data center power needs drive a shift from backup to prime power generation. CAT's backlog now covers more than 2.4x last year's revenues, with orders extending to 2030, providing exceptional revenue visibility. Gross margins rebounded strongly, with Power & Energy margins rising to 24.6% in Q2, supporting the case for further EPS upside.

Barbara Oil Co. purchased a new stake in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor purchased 12,500 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $13,311,000. Caterpillar comprises about 4.5% of Barbara Oil Co.’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 3rd biggest holding.

Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently made changes to their positions in CAT. Diversify Advisory Services LLC purchased a new position in shares of Caterpillar during the second quarter valued at approximately $5,372,000. Axxcess Wealth Management LLC grew its holdings in Caterpillar by 2.8% during the 4th quarter. Axxcess Wealth Management LLC now owns 22,420 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $12,844,000 after buying an additional 604 shares in the last quarter. DSG Capital Advisors LLC bought a new position in shares of Caterpillar during the 1st quarter valued at approximately $1,226,000. Cornerstone Planning LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Caterpillar in the fourth quarter worth approximately $4,517,000. Finally, RiverFront Investment Group LLC lifted its holdings in Caterpillar by 21.1% during the 4th quarter. RiverFront Investment Group LLC now owns 8,915 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $5,107,000 after buying an additional 1,552 shares in the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Key Headlines Impacting Caterpillar Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Analyst Ratings Changes CAT has been the subject of a number of recent analyst reports. Rothschild & Co Redburn raised their price objective on Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 14th. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Wells Fargo & Company boosted their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $1,050.00 to $1,155.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 23rd. DA Davidson upped their price objective on Caterpillar from $845.00 to $882.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, August 6th. Finally, Citigroup increased their price objective on Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52. Check Out Our Latest Research Report on CAT

Insider Buying and Selling In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Caterpillar Stock Performance NYSE CAT opened at $813.51 on Friday. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $872.52 and its 200 day moving average price is $838.46. Caterpillar Inc. has a 52-week low of $416.44 and a 52-week high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market cap of $373.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.00, a P/E/G ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The business’s revenue was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $4.72 EPS. On average, equities research analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Stockholders of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a $1.63 dividend. This is a boost from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.8%. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.06%.

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Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Commerce Bank purchased a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 270,388 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $287,936,000. Caterpillar accounts for about 1.3% of Commerce Bank’s holdings, making the stock its 12th biggest holding. Commerce Bank owned 0.06% of Caterpillar as of its most recent SEC filing.

Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of CAT. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC boosted its holdings in Caterpillar by 0.7% in the second quarter. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC now owns 1,635 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,741,000 after acquiring an additional 11 shares in the last quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 1.2% during the second quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 944 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $936,000 after purchasing an additional 11 shares in the last quarter. Bell Bank boosted its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.6% in the 2nd quarter. Bell Bank now owns 1,865 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,986,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC boosted its position in Caterpillar by 0.7% in the first quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC now owns 1,818 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,288,000 after purchasing an additional 12 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Advisory Resource Group grew its position in Caterpillar by 0.8% during the fourth quarter. Advisory Resource Group now owns 1,632 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $935,000 after buying an additional 13 shares during the period. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Insider Activity at Caterpillar In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. Corporate insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week: Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Caterpillar Trading Up 1.7% Shares of CAT opened at $813.51 on Friday. The firm has a 50 day moving average price of $872.52 and a 200-day moving average price of $838.46. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a current ratio of 1.37. Caterpillar Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $416.44 and a fifty-two week high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market cap of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a PEG ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. During the same period last year, the firm earned $4.72 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, equities research analysts forecast that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Investors of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a $1.63 dividend. This represents a $6.52 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.06%.

Analyst Ratings Changes Several analysts have issued reports on CAT shares. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 target price on Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Zacks Research raised shares of Caterpillar from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 12th. Royal Bank Of Canada raised their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Oppenheimer restated an “outperform” rating and set a $1,118.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Tuesday, August 4th. Finally, Truist Financial set a $980.00 price objective on Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Caterpillar currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $995.52.

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Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Elevation Point Wealth Partners LLC bought a new position in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm bought 7,660 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $8,157,000.

A number of other large investors also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. BlackRock Inc. acquired a new position in shares of Caterpillar during the second quarter worth $40,457,153,000. Diamant Asset Management Inc. grew its holdings in Caterpillar by 68,427.2% during the 1st quarter. Diamant Asset Management Inc. now owns 3,140,603 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $2,224,992,000 after purchasing an additional 3,136,020 shares in the last quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp purchased a new stake in Caterpillar during the 2nd quarter worth $3,192,710,000. Ascentis Wealth Management LLC boosted its position in Caterpillar by 110,539.0% in the 2nd quarter. Ascentis Wealth Management LLC now owns 2,518,143 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $2,711,772,000 after buying an additional 2,515,867 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Capital International Investors purchased a new position in Caterpillar in the fourth quarter valued at about $1,225,317,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Insider Buying and Selling In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the sale, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link. Company insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Key Stories Impacting Caterpillar Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week: Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Caterpillar Trading Up 1.7% NYSE:CAT opened at $813.51 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.00, a P/E/G ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60. The business has a 50 day simple moving average of $872.52 and a 200 day simple moving average of $838.46. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65, a current ratio of 1.37 and a quick ratio of 0.85. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12-month low of $416.44 and a 12-month high of $1,073.46.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the company earned $4.72 earnings per share. Equities research analysts predict that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a dividend of $1.63 per share. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. This is a positive change from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 28.06%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets CAT has been the topic of a number of recent analyst reports. Truist Financial set a $980.00 target price on Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. DA Davidson lifted their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $845.00 to $882.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Citigroup increased their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. Barclays upped their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Finally, Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 price target on Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have issued a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Caterpillar presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $995.52.

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Caterpillar Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Covington Investment Advisors Inc. purchased a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm purchased 15,115 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $16,096,000. Caterpillar makes up 2.1% of Covington Investment Advisors Inc.’s holdings, making the stock its 15th largest holding.

Other large investors have also modified their holdings of the company. BlackRock Inc. acquired a new position in Caterpillar during the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $40,457,153,000. Diamant Asset Management Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 68,427.2% in the 1st quarter. Diamant Asset Management Inc. now owns 3,140,603 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $2,224,992,000 after buying an additional 3,136,020 shares during the period. Bank of New York Mellon Corp purchased a new stake in Caterpillar in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $3,192,710,000. Ascentis Wealth Management LLC boosted its holdings in Caterpillar by 110,539.0% during the second quarter. Ascentis Wealth Management LLC now owns 2,518,143 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $2,711,772,000 after buying an additional 2,515,867 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Capital International Investors purchased a new position in Caterpillar during the fourth quarter worth approximately $1,225,317,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of brokerages have recently issued reports on CAT. Zacks Research upgraded Caterpillar from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 12th. Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 19th. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a “market perform” rating and set a $1,002.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, Citigroup boosted their target price on Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 14th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52.

Get Our Latest Analysis on Caterpillar Caterpillar Stock Up 1.7% NYSE:CAT opened at $813.51 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The stock has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $872.52 and its two-hundred day moving average is $838.46. Caterpillar Inc. has a 52 week low of $416.44 and a 52 week high of $1,073.46.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The firm’s revenue was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $4.72 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Investors of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a $1.63 dividend. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s payout ratio is presently 28.06%.

Caterpillar News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Insider Buying and Selling In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available at this link. 0.33% of the stock is owned by company insiders.

Caterpillar Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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First Nebraska Trust Co acquired a new position in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm acquired 1,222 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,301,000.

Several other hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Lam Group Inc. acquired a new position in shares of Caterpillar during the first quarter worth approximately $26,000. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC increased its position in Caterpillar by 220.0% in the 4th quarter. Frazier Financial Advisors LLC now owns 48 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $28,000 after acquiring an additional 33 shares during the period. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. raised its stake in Caterpillar by 440.0% during the 2nd quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. now owns 27 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $29,000 after acquiring an additional 22 shares in the last quarter. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC acquired a new position in Caterpillar during the 4th quarter worth $32,000. Finally, Matrix Trust Co grew its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 93.8% in the second quarter. Matrix Trust Co now owns 31 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $33,000 after purchasing an additional 15 shares in the last quarter. 70.98% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Insider Activity at Caterpillar In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of Caterpillar stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available at this link. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Caterpillar Stock Performance Shares of NYSE CAT opened at $813.51 on Friday. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $872.52 and its 200 day simple moving average is $838.46. The stock has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a PEG ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. Caterpillar Inc. has a 52-week low of $416.44 and a 52-week high of $1,073.46. Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. The business had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.Caterpillar’s revenue was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $4.72 earnings per share. As a group, sell-side analysts forecast that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a dividend of $1.63 per share. This is a boost from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades CAT has been the topic of a number of recent analyst reports. Barclays lifted their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 17th. Wells Fargo & Company boosted their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $1,050.00 to $1,155.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Weiss Ratings raised shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 19th. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a “market perform” rating and set a $1,002.00 price objective on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $995.52.

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Caterpillar News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Caterpillar Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Clarion Wealth Managment Partners LLC acquired a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 1,096 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,167,000. Caterpillar makes up approximately 0.9% of Clarion Wealth Managment Partners LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 23rd largest position.

Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Pacific Point Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Caterpillar during the fourth quarter valued at about $579,000. Brighton Jones LLC increased its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 51.5% in the fourth quarter. Brighton Jones LLC now owns 7,409 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $2,688,000 after buying an additional 2,519 shares during the period. United Bank lifted its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 108.5% in the 2nd quarter. United Bank now owns 4,083 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,585,000 after acquiring an additional 2,125 shares during the last quarter. Schnieders Capital Management LLC. boosted its holdings in Caterpillar by 3.9% during the 2nd quarter. Schnieders Capital Management LLC. now owns 9,147 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $3,551,000 after acquiring an additional 347 shares during the period. Finally, Alliancebernstein L.P. grew its position in Caterpillar by 6.5% during the 2nd quarter. Alliancebernstein L.P. now owns 572,165 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $222,120,000 after acquiring an additional 34,846 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar Stock Up 1.7% CAT stock opened at $813.51 on Friday. Caterpillar Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $416.44 and a fifty-two week high of $1,073.46. The company has a market capitalization of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60. The business’s 50 day moving average price is $872.52 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $838.46. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a current ratio of 1.37.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $4.72 EPS. As a group, analysts forecast that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Caterpillar Increases Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Stockholders of record on Monday, July 20th were issued a dividend of $1.63 per share. This is a boost from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.8%. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 28.06%.

Trending Headlines about Caterpillar Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Insider Buying and Selling at Caterpillar In related news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. 0.33% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Analyst Ratings Changes Several analysts have weighed in on the company. Weiss Ratings upgraded Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 19th. Royal Bank Of Canada upped their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Rothschild & Co Redburn upped their price target on Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 14th. DA Davidson increased their price objective on Caterpillar from $845.00 to $882.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, August 6th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their target price on Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 17th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, Caterpillar has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52.

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Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Compass Financial Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm acquired 6,752 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $6,162,000. Caterpillar comprises about 0.7% of Compass Financial Management LLC’s holdings, making the stock its 27th biggest holding.

A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the stock. BlackRock Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Caterpillar in the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $40,457,153,000. State Street Corp raised its holdings in Caterpillar by 1.1% in the fourth quarter. State Street Corp now owns 35,388,550 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $20,273,039,000 after purchasing an additional 385,204 shares in the last quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC lifted its position in Caterpillar by 0.9% during the fourth quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 10,610,182 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $6,072,572,000 after buying an additional 94,524 shares during the period. Fisher Asset Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 0.6% during the 4th quarter. Fisher Asset Management LLC now owns 9,493,266 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $5,438,408,000 after buying an additional 54,069 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE grew its position in shares of Caterpillar by 16.0% in the 4th quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 6,738,802 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,860,457,000 after buying an additional 928,974 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Insider Activity In related news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of Caterpillar stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $27,954,303.90. The trade was a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available at this link. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of research analysts recently issued reports on the stock. Robert W. Baird set a $970.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Truist Financial set a $980.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $1,103.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Monday, May 11th. Sanford C. Bernstein reissued a “market perform” rating and issued a $1,002.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, Citigroup upped their price target on Caterpillar from $1,020.00 to $1,100.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $995.52. Read Our Latest Report on CAT

Caterpillar Stock Up 1.7% Caterpillar stock opened at $813.51 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12 month low of $416.44 and a 12 month high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market cap of $373.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.00, a PEG ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.60. The stock has a fifty day simple moving average of $872.52 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $838.46.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The company had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.34 billion. During the same period last year, the company earned $4.72 EPS. Caterpillar’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. Equities analysts predict that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.34 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Stockholders of record on Monday, July 20th were issued a dividend of $1.63 per share. This represents a $6.52 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. This is a positive change from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

Trending Headlines about Caterpillar Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: FieldAI partnership supports the automation outlook. Caterpillar is combining its construction-equipment expertise with FieldAI’s physical-AI technology to develop autonomous capabilities for machines and improve safety, productivity and visibility at jobsites. The initiative could create longer-term revenue opportunities in equipment, software and services. Caterpillar partners with FieldAI for equipment automation Positive Sentiment: Analyst and quantitative sentiment has improved. Zacks upgraded CAT to Rank #1, or “Strong Buy,” citing rising optimism about earnings prospects. Erste Group Bank also raised its fiscal 2026 EPS forecast, adding to the constructive outlook. Caterpillar upgraded to Strong Buy Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure is boosting Power & Energy demand. Caterpillar’s retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, as data centers and generative-AI infrastructure increase demand for reliable power. This gives CAT an additional growth driver beyond traditional construction and mining markets. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Neutral Sentiment: Recent earnings performance remains a strength, but expectations are elevated. Caterpillar’s latest quarterly results exceeded consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue, with revenue up 23.7% year over year. A sector review described CAT as the strongest heavy-machinery performer, though investors are increasingly pricing in continued execution. Negative Sentiment: Valuation and performance concerns could limit upside. Commentary notes that CAT has outperformed peers in the stock market more than in underlying business performance, leaving the shares dependent on future growth. The stock has also declined since its latest earnings report, while a report tied the recent weakness to insider selling. CAT Has Left Its Peers Behind. Or Has It? Caterpillar Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Keebeck Wealth Management bought a new position in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm bought 2,455 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,614,000.

Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the company. BlackRock Inc. bought a new stake in Caterpillar in the 2nd quarter valued at $40,457,153,000. State Street Corp increased its holdings in Caterpillar by 1.1% during the 4th quarter. State Street Corp now owns 35,388,550 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $20,273,039,000 after purchasing an additional 385,204 shares in the last quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC raised its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.9% in the 4th quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 10,610,182 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $6,072,572,000 after purchasing an additional 94,524 shares during the period. Fisher Asset Management LLC boosted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 0.6% during the fourth quarter. Fisher Asset Management LLC now owns 9,493,266 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $5,438,408,000 after buying an additional 54,069 shares during the period. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE grew its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 16.0% during the fourth quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 6,738,802 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,860,457,000 after buying an additional 928,974 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Key Stories Impacting Caterpillar Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: AI and robotics expansion: Caterpillar is collaborating with FieldAI, using physical AI, autonomy, robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technology to improve safety, productivity and decision-making at construction sites and factories. The initiative could support higher-margin technology and services revenue over time. Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation Positive Sentiment: Data-center power demand remains a growth driver: Caterpillar’s Power & Energy business is benefiting from rising electricity needs tied to data centers and artificial-intelligence infrastructure. Retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, strengthening the long-term growth narrative. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Positive Sentiment: Higher earnings forecast: Erste Group Bank raised its fiscal 2026 EPS estimate to $27.50 from $24.78, modestly above consensus. Caterpillar’s latest quarter also showed strong momentum, with EPS of $8.17 and revenue of $20.54 billion exceeding estimates. Caterpillar FY2026 EPS Forecast Raised by Erste Group Bank Neutral Sentiment: Pullback creates a valuation debate: Analysts describe the recent decline as potentially attractive, but Caterpillar still trades at a relatively elevated earnings multiple. Investors are assessing whether expected AI, power-generation and industrial growth is already reflected in the share price. That Dip in Caterpillar Stock Looks Tempting, But Don’t Ignore the Catch Negative Sentiment: CEO insider sale adds pressure: Chief Executive Joseph Creed sold 32,401 shares for approximately $26.2 million, reducing his holdings by 48.39%. The transaction may weigh on sentiment, although it does not necessarily indicate deteriorating business prospects. SEC Insider Transaction Filing Negative Sentiment: Post-earnings weakness and technical concerns: CAT’s decline since earnings suggests investors may be taking profits after the strong report, while the stock remains below its recent moving averages. A trader has also argued that the shares may be ready to be “faded,” reinforcing near-term caution. Time to Start Fading Caterpillar Stock Analyst Ratings Changes A number of research firms have weighed in on CAT. Evercore reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $1,103.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Monday, May 11th. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Caterpillar from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 12th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, June 17th. Rothschild & Co Redburn lifted their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $700.00 to $950.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, May 14th. Finally, UBS Group boosted their price target on shares of Caterpillar from $900.00 to $925.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Caterpillar currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52. Read Our Latest Report on Caterpillar

Caterpillar Price Performance NYSE:CAT opened at $798.29 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $876.18 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $838.63. Caterpillar Inc. has a 12-month low of $414.29 and a 12-month high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market capitalization of $366.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.35, a P/E/G ratio of 1.38 and a beta of 1.60.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.34 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the company earned $4.72 earnings per share. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts anticipate that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.35 earnings per share for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were issued a $1.63 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. This is a positive change from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

Insider Activity at Caterpillar In related news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. Company insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar Company Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Keating Financial Advisory Services Inc. acquired a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor acquired 1,200 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,278,000.

Other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC increased its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.7% in the second quarter. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC now owns 1,635 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,741,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the period. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC boosted its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 1.2% in the 2nd quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 944 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $936,000 after purchasing an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Bell Bank raised its stake in Caterpillar by 0.6% during the second quarter. Bell Bank now owns 1,865 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,986,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC lifted its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.7% in the 1st quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC now owns 1,818 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,288,000 after purchasing an additional 12 shares during the period. Finally, Advisory Resource Group lifted its position in shares of Caterpillar by 0.8% during the 4th quarter. Advisory Resource Group now owns 1,632 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $935,000 after acquiring an additional 13 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Analysts Set New Price Targets Several research firms have recently commented on CAT. UBS Group boosted their price objective on Caterpillar from $900.00 to $925.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,103.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Monday, May 11th. Oppenheimer reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $1,118.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Tuesday, August 4th. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a “market perform” rating and issued a $1,002.00 price objective on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 19th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have given a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, Caterpillar has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $995.52.

Read Our Latest Report on CAT Insider Activity In related news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this link. Company insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: AI and robotics expansion: Caterpillar is collaborating with FieldAI, using physical AI, autonomy, robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technology to improve safety, productivity and decision-making at construction sites and factories. The initiative could support higher-margin technology and services revenue over time. Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation Positive Sentiment: Data-center power demand remains a growth driver: Caterpillar’s Power & Energy business is benefiting from rising electricity needs tied to data centers and artificial-intelligence infrastructure. Retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, strengthening the long-term growth narrative. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Positive Sentiment: Higher earnings forecast: Erste Group Bank raised its fiscal 2026 EPS estimate to $27.50 from $24.78, modestly above consensus. Caterpillar’s latest quarter also showed strong momentum, with EPS of $8.17 and revenue of $20.54 billion exceeding estimates. Caterpillar FY2026 EPS Forecast Raised by Erste Group Bank Neutral Sentiment: Pullback creates a valuation debate: Analysts describe the recent decline as potentially attractive, but Caterpillar still trades at a relatively elevated earnings multiple. Investors are assessing whether expected AI, power-generation and industrial growth is already reflected in the share price. That Dip in Caterpillar Stock Looks Tempting, But Don’t Ignore the Catch Negative Sentiment: CEO insider sale adds pressure: Chief Executive Joseph Creed sold 32,401 shares for approximately $26.2 million, reducing his holdings by 48.39%. The transaction may weigh on sentiment, although it does not necessarily indicate deteriorating business prospects. SEC Insider Transaction Filing Negative Sentiment: Post-earnings weakness and technical concerns: CAT’s decline since earnings suggests investors may be taking profits after the strong report, while the stock remains below its recent moving averages. A trader has also argued that the shares may be ready to be “faded,” reinforcing near-term caution. Time to Start Fading Caterpillar Stock Caterpillar Stock Performance NYSE:CAT opened at $798.29 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. Caterpillar Inc. has a twelve month low of $414.29 and a twelve month high of $1,073.46. The stock has a market cap of $366.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 34.35, a PEG ratio of 1.38 and a beta of 1.60. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $876.18 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $838.63.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.34 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $4.72 EPS. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 23.7% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, equities analysts predict that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.35 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a $1.63 dividend. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. This represents a $6.52 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

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Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Emerald Investment Advisers LLC bought a new position in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor bought 3,293 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,507,000.

Several other large investors have also modified their holdings of the business. BlackRock Inc. purchased a new position in Caterpillar during the second quarter valued at approximately $40,457,153,000. State Street Corp increased its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 1.1% in the 4th quarter. State Street Corp now owns 35,388,550 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $20,273,039,000 after acquiring an additional 385,204 shares during the period. Geode Capital Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 0.9% in the 4th quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 10,610,182 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $6,072,572,000 after acquiring an additional 94,524 shares during the period. Fisher Asset Management LLC raised its position in shares of Caterpillar by 0.6% in the 4th quarter. Fisher Asset Management LLC now owns 9,493,266 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $5,438,408,000 after acquiring an additional 54,069 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE lifted its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 16.0% during the 4th quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 6,738,802 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,860,457,000 after purchasing an additional 928,974 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total value of $26,211,760.98. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $27,954,303.90. This represents a 48.39% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar Stock Up 0.8% CAT stock opened at $798.29 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $366.95 billion, a PE ratio of 34.35, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.38 and a beta of 1.60. Caterpillar Inc. has a 52 week low of $414.29 and a 52 week high of $1,073.46. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $876.18 and a 200 day moving average of $838.63. Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The business had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. Caterpillar’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $4.72 EPS. Sell-side analysts forecast that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.35 earnings per share for the current year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were given a dividend of $1.63 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. Caterpillar’s payout ratio is presently 28.06%.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several equities analysts have issued reports on CAT shares. Royal Bank Of Canada lifted their target price on Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Oppenheimer restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,118.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Tuesday, August 4th. Zacks Research raised shares of Caterpillar from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 12th. Truist Financial set a $980.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, Barclays raised their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Caterpillar has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52.

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More Caterpillar News Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: AI and robotics expansion: Caterpillar is collaborating with FieldAI, using physical AI, autonomy, robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technology to improve safety, productivity and decision-making at construction sites and factories. The initiative could support higher-margin technology and services revenue over time. Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation Positive Sentiment: Data-center power demand remains a growth driver: Caterpillar’s Power & Energy business is benefiting from rising electricity needs tied to data centers and artificial-intelligence infrastructure. Retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, strengthening the long-term growth narrative. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Positive Sentiment: Higher earnings forecast: Erste Group Bank raised its fiscal 2026 EPS estimate to $27.50 from $24.78, modestly above consensus. Caterpillar’s latest quarter also showed strong momentum, with EPS of $8.17 and revenue of $20.54 billion exceeding estimates. Caterpillar FY2026 EPS Forecast Raised by Erste Group Bank Neutral Sentiment: Pullback creates a valuation debate: Analysts describe the recent decline as potentially attractive, but Caterpillar still trades at a relatively elevated earnings multiple. Investors are assessing whether expected AI, power-generation and industrial growth is already reflected in the share price. That Dip in Caterpillar Stock Looks Tempting, But Don’t Ignore the Catch Negative Sentiment: CEO insider sale adds pressure: Chief Executive Joseph Creed sold 32,401 shares for approximately $26.2 million, reducing his holdings by 48.39%. The transaction may weigh on sentiment, although it does not necessarily indicate deteriorating business prospects. SEC Insider Transaction Filing Negative Sentiment: Post-earnings weakness and technical concerns: CAT’s decline since earnings suggests investors may be taking profits after the strong report, while the stock remains below its recent moving averages. A trader has also argued that the shares may be ready to be “faded,” reinforcing near-term caution. Time to Start Fading Caterpillar Stock Caterpillar Company Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Causey Wealth LLC purchased a new stake in Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor purchased 707 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $753,000. Caterpillar comprises about 0.3% of Causey Wealth LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 23rd largest position.

A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. increased its position in Caterpillar by 440.0% during the second quarter. Decker Retirement Planning Inc. now owns 27 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $29,000 after buying an additional 22 shares during the period. Matrix Trust Co increased its stake in Caterpillar by 93.8% in the 2nd quarter. Matrix Trust Co now owns 31 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $33,000 after buying an additional 15 shares during the period. Axiom Investment Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Caterpillar in the second quarter valued at about $36,000. Lam Group Inc. purchased a new position in Caterpillar in the first quarter valued at about $26,000. Finally, Tacita Capital Inc acquired a new stake in shares of Caterpillar in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $47,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 70.98% of the company’s stock.

Caterpillar Price Performance CAT opened at $798.29 on Friday. Caterpillar Inc. has a twelve month low of $414.29 and a twelve month high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market cap of $366.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.35, a PEG ratio of 1.38 and a beta of 1.60. The company has a current ratio of 1.37, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The company has a fifty day simple moving average of $876.18 and a 200 day simple moving average of $838.63.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $6.22 by $1.95. The firm had revenue of $20.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a net margin of 14.51% and a return on equity of 55.53%. The firm’s revenue was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business posted $4.72 EPS. Equities research analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.35 EPS for the current fiscal year. Caterpillar Increases Dividend The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Investors of record on Monday, July 20th were issued a $1.63 dividend. This is an increase from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. This represents a $6.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.06%.

Caterpillar News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: AI and robotics expansion: Caterpillar is collaborating with FieldAI, using physical AI, autonomy, robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technology to improve safety, productivity and decision-making at construction sites and factories. The initiative could support higher-margin technology and services revenue over time. Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation Positive Sentiment: Data-center power demand remains a growth driver: Caterpillar’s Power & Energy business is benefiting from rising electricity needs tied to data centers and artificial-intelligence infrastructure. Retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, strengthening the long-term growth narrative. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Positive Sentiment: Higher earnings forecast: Erste Group Bank raised its fiscal 2026 EPS estimate to $27.50 from $24.78, modestly above consensus. Caterpillar’s latest quarter also showed strong momentum, with EPS of $8.17 and revenue of $20.54 billion exceeding estimates. Caterpillar FY2026 EPS Forecast Raised by Erste Group Bank Neutral Sentiment: Pullback creates a valuation debate: Analysts describe the recent decline as potentially attractive, but Caterpillar still trades at a relatively elevated earnings multiple. Investors are assessing whether expected AI, power-generation and industrial growth is already reflected in the share price. That Dip in Caterpillar Stock Looks Tempting, But Don’t Ignore the Catch Negative Sentiment: CEO insider sale adds pressure: Chief Executive Joseph Creed sold 32,401 shares for approximately $26.2 million, reducing his holdings by 48.39%. The transaction may weigh on sentiment, although it does not necessarily indicate deteriorating business prospects. SEC Insider Transaction Filing Negative Sentiment: Post-earnings weakness and technical concerns: CAT’s decline since earnings suggests investors may be taking profits after the strong report, while the stock remains below its recent moving averages. A trader has also argued that the shares may be ready to be “faded,” reinforcing near-term caution. Time to Start Fading Caterpillar Stock Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth CAT has been the subject of several research reports. Sanford C. Bernstein reaffirmed a “market perform” rating and set a $1,002.00 price target on shares of Caterpillar in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Caterpillar from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 19th. DA Davidson increased their price target on Caterpillar from $845.00 to $882.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Evercore restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,103.00 target price on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Monday, May 11th. Finally, Barclays lifted their target price on Caterpillar from $800.00 to $900.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Thursday, August 6th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have issued a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Caterpillar has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $995.52.

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Insiders Place Their Bets In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of Caterpillar stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 34,555 shares in the company, valued at $27,954,303.90. The trade was a 48.39% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Caterpillar Company Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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Cauble & Harre Wealth Management Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 1,362 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,450,000. Caterpillar makes up 1.2% of Cauble & Harre Wealth Management Inc.’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 15th largest position.

A number of other large investors have also bought and sold shares of CAT. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Caterpillar by 0.7% in the second quarter. Stonebridge Financial Group LLC now owns 1,635 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $1,741,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the period. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its position in Caterpillar by 1.2% in the 2nd quarter. Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 944 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $936,000 after acquiring an additional 11 shares in the last quarter. Bell Bank boosted its stake in Caterpillar by 0.6% in the 2nd quarter. Bell Bank now owns 1,865 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,986,000 after purchasing an additional 11 shares during the period. Cornerstone Advisory LLC increased its holdings in Caterpillar by 0.7% during the 1st quarter. Cornerstone Advisory LLC now owns 1,818 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,288,000 after purchasing an additional 12 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Advisory Resource Group raised its stake in shares of Caterpillar by 0.8% in the 4th quarter. Advisory Resource Group now owns 1,632 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $935,000 after purchasing an additional 13 shares during the period. 70.98% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Insiders Place Their Bets In other Caterpillar news, CEO Joseph E. Creed sold 32,401 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $808.98, for a total transaction of $26,211,760.98. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 34,555 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $27,954,303.90. This trade represents a 48.39% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Company insiders own 0.33% of the company’s stock.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Several research firms have recently weighed in on CAT. Erste Group Bank cut Caterpillar from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, July 27th. UBS Group boosted their target price on Caterpillar from $900.00 to $925.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,103.00 price objective on shares of Caterpillar in a report on Monday, May 11th. Royal Bank Of Canada boosted their price objective on shares of Caterpillar from $877.00 to $897.00 and gave the stock a “sector perform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their target price on shares of Caterpillar from $1,125.00 to $1,165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, June 17th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $995.52. Get Our Latest Stock Report on CAT

Caterpillar News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Caterpillar this week:

Positive Sentiment: AI and robotics expansion: Caterpillar is collaborating with FieldAI, using physical AI, autonomy, robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technology to improve safety, productivity and decision-making at construction sites and factories. The initiative could support higher-margin technology and services revenue over time. Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation Positive Sentiment: Data-center power demand remains a growth driver: Caterpillar’s Power & Energy business is benefiting from rising electricity needs tied to data centers and artificial-intelligence infrastructure. Retail sales to power-generation users reportedly surged 72% year over year in the second quarter, strengthening the long-term growth narrative. Can CAT Stock Compound Its Way Higher? Positive Sentiment: Higher earnings forecast: Erste Group Bank raised its fiscal 2026 EPS estimate to $27.50 from $24.78, modestly above consensus. Caterpillar’s latest quarter also showed strong momentum, with EPS of $8.17 and revenue of $20.54 billion exceeding estimates. Caterpillar FY2026 EPS Forecast Raised by Erste Group Bank Neutral Sentiment: Pullback creates a valuation debate: Analysts describe the recent decline as potentially attractive, but Caterpillar still trades at a relatively elevated earnings multiple. Investors are assessing whether expected AI, power-generation and industrial growth is already reflected in the share price. That Dip in Caterpillar Stock Looks Tempting, But Don’t Ignore the Catch Negative Sentiment: CEO insider sale adds pressure: Chief Executive Joseph Creed sold 32,401 shares for approximately $26.2 million, reducing his holdings by 48.39%. The transaction may weigh on sentiment, although it does not necessarily indicate deteriorating business prospects. SEC Insider Transaction Filing Negative Sentiment: Post-earnings weakness and technical concerns: CAT’s decline since earnings suggests investors may be taking profits after the strong report, while the stock remains below its recent moving averages. A trader has also argued that the shares may be ready to be “faded,” reinforcing near-term caution. Time to Start Fading Caterpillar Stock Caterpillar Stock Up 0.8% NYSE:CAT opened at $798.29 on Friday. Caterpillar Inc. has a twelve month low of $414.29 and a twelve month high of $1,073.46. The firm has a market capitalization of $366.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.35, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.38 and a beta of 1.60. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.37 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.65. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $876.18 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $838.63.

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The industrial products company reported $8.17 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.22 by $1.95. The company had revenue of $20.54 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.34 billion. Caterpillar had a return on equity of 55.53% and a net margin of 14.51%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 23.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $4.72 EPS. Equities research analysts expect that Caterpillar Inc. will post 27.35 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Caterpillar Increases Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 20th were paid a $1.63 dividend. This is a positive change from Caterpillar’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.51. This represents a $6.52 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.8%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, July 20th. Caterpillar’s dividend payout ratio is currently 28.06%.

Caterpillar Company Profile (Free Report)

Caterpillar Inc is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and locomotives. The company’s product portfolio includes earthmoving machines such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders and off‑highway trucks, as well as a range of power generation products including generator sets and power systems for industrial and commercial use. Caterpillar serves customers across heavy construction, mining, energy, transportation and related industries with both equipment and integrated technology solutions.

In addition to manufacturing, Caterpillar provides a broad range of aftermarket parts and support services, including maintenance, repair, remanufacturing and fleet management tools.

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There's a lot of pressure on big tech stocks, particularly as they continue to ramp up capital expenditures (capex) to build data centers and acquire networking equipment and processors to run generative and agentic AI programs. Alphabet raised its capex forecast from $185 billion to $200 billion; Amazon jumped from $200 billion to $220 billion; and Meta Platforms is issuing new debt to fund its AI ambitions.

Investors have taken to punishing big tech companies that are spending money without showing results -- I call it the "show me" phase of AI. And although it may be difficult for investors to pick and choose which tech company will delight and which will disappoint in the next earnings report, a safer bet may be to invest in the industrial companies that are putting in the dirty work to make AI function.

Caterpillar (CAT +0.99%), Eaton (ETN +1.60%), and Vertiv Holdings (VRT +4.72%) are three such industrial stocks that fit the bill.

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No. 1: Caterpillar Caterpillar is probably best known as a manufacturer of construction and heavy machinery. Its yellow tractors, excavators, and graders are commonly seen in construction sites and have been immortalized in toy form for millions of  kids.

However, the company is also gaining significant attention as a key AI infrastructure stock since it makes fast-response natural gas generators capable of providing continuous power to data centers.

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Caterpillar reported second-quarter revenue of $20.5 billion, up 24% from a year ago, and earnings per share of $7.77 versus $4.62 per share a year ago. Revenue for the company's power generation segment rose 72%, which management attributed to strong demand for equipment used in data center applications. The stock is up 91% during the past 12 months.

No. 2: Eaton Eaton develops energy-efficient products to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power. It sells power distribution systems, circuit protection, and related equipment -- all items that data centers require to manage power needs.

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And that's becoming increasingly important as data centers not only grow but also require greater power. Eaton says that AI clusters just a few years ago consumed about 5 megawatts (MW) of power, but today's data centers can exceed 500 MW, which it says is the equivalent of powering a small city.

The company provides engineering and advanced software to protect and optimize power loads to chips. It recorded second-quarter revenue of $8.53 billion, up from $7.02 billion a year ago. The stock is up more than 13% during the past year.

No. 3: Vertiv Vertiv plays a key role in AI architecture as well. The company makes power and cooling hardware that data centers and communication networks need to make sure power remains flowing and AI chips don't overheat.

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The company's infrastructure solutions are designed specifically for Nvidia's Vera Rubin AI factory designs. Vertiv's custom product provides the hardware and lifecycle services needed for power, cooling, and controls for the Vera Rubin architecture.

Revenue in the second quarter rose 24% from a year earlier to $3.27 billion, with net income of $497.9 million, up from $324.2 million a year ago. Vertiv stock is up more than 115% during the past year.

Industrial stocks may be boring, but these are solid AI picks Investors don't need to correctly predict which big tech company will see the biggest payoff from AI spending -- companies that are winners in this quarter may be trailing the pack a year from now. By investing in companies that benefit from that spending regardless of which AI platform comes out on top, you can hedge your bets.

Caterpillar, Eaton, and Vertiv are all positioned to benefit from the infrastructure demands created by AI. As hyperscalers continue to spend hundreds of billions on it, these three industrial stocks will be among the less obvious winners of the AI expansion.