Caterpillar (CAT) Stock Price
Caterpillar Price
Over the last 19 years Caterpillar grew revenue by 2.6% annually, reaching 67.59 B USD. Earnings per share have grown at 6.7% per year over the last 19 years. For Caterpillar, the net margin of 13.1% is broadly stable versus 12.7% a few years ago. At today's price the dividend yield works out to roughly 0.74%. The payout ratio is around 31% of earnings. The dividend has grown at 9.2% per year over the past 19 years. The consensus 12-month price target for Caterpillar is 673.25 USD, about 14.4% below where the stock trades today. Of 33 analysts, 18 rate the stock a buy — an overall Buy consensus. The stock trades about 93% above its 52-week low.
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| Date | Caterpillar Price |
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| 7/29/2026 | 786.70 USD |
| 7/27/2026 | 849.86 USD |
| 7/23/2026 | 894.54 USD |
| 7/22/2026 | 889.31 USD |
| 7/21/2026 | 889.97 USD |
| 7/20/2026 | 864.30 USD |
| 7/17/2026 | 880.28 USD |
| 7/16/2026 | 877.17 USD |
| 7/15/2026 | 914.30 USD |
| 7/14/2026 | 933.34 USD |
| 7/13/2026 | 933.11 USD |
| 7/10/2026 | 952.41 USD |
| 7/9/2026 | 938.39 USD |
| 7/8/2026 | 951.69 USD |
| 7/7/2026 | 940.12 USD |
| 7/6/2026 | 984.06 USD |
| 7/2/2026 | 963.53 USD |
| 7/1/2026 | 991.41 USD |
| 6/30/2026 | 1,064.90 USD |
| 6/29/2026 | 1,024.56 USD |
| 6/26/2026 | 997.47 USD |
| 6/25/2026 | 1,057.01 USD |
| 6/24/2026 | 994.45 USD |
| 6/23/2026 | 984.24 USD |
| 6/22/2026 | 1,016.94 USD |
| 6/18/2026 | 989.80 USD |
| 6/17/2026 | 966.17 USD |
| 6/16/2026 | 951.02 USD |
| 6/15/2026 | 929.89 USD |
| 6/12/2026 | 913.46 USD |
| 6/11/2026 | 881.20 USD |
| 6/10/2026 | 862.02 USD |
| 6/9/2026 | 914.70 USD |
| 6/8/2026 | 915.64 USD |
| 6/5/2026 | 927.76 USD |
| 6/4/2026 | 931.08 USD |
| 6/3/2026 | 935.00 USD |
| 6/2/2026 | 902.65 USD |
| 6/1/2026 | 858.38 USD |
| 5/29/2026 | 879.74 USD |
| 5/28/2026 | 893.93 USD |
| 5/27/2026 | 899.46 USD |
| 5/26/2026 | 905.76 USD |
| 5/22/2026 | 886.08 USD |
| 5/21/2026 | 862.93 USD |
| 5/20/2026 | 868.75 USD |
| 5/19/2026 | 860.15 USD |
| 5/18/2026 | 863.95 USD |
| 5/15/2026 | 888.31 USD |
| 5/14/2026 | 920.22 USD |
| 5/13/2026 | 902.30 USD |
| 5/12/2026 | 912.14 USD |
| 5/11/2026 | 926.79 USD |
| 5/8/2026 | 897.45 USD |
| 5/7/2026 | 895.69 USD |
| 5/6/2026 | 926.93 USD |
| 5/5/2026 | 904.59 USD |
| 5/4/2026 | 874.78 USD |
| 5/1/2026 | 889.67 USD |
| 4/30/2026 | 890.11 USD |
| 4/29/2026 | 810.05 USD |
| 4/28/2026 | 817.87 USD |
| 4/27/2026 | 828.79 USD |
| 4/24/2026 | 830.79 USD |
| 4/22/2026 | 808.87 USD |
| 4/21/2026 | 800.45 USD |
| 4/20/2026 | 798.40 USD |
| 4/17/2026 | 794.65 USD |
| 4/16/2026 | 772.66 USD |
| 4/15/2026 | 770.17 USD |
| 4/14/2026 | 794.25 USD |
| 4/13/2026 | 791.73 USD |
| 4/10/2026 | 790.66 USD |
| 4/9/2026 | 787.07 USD |
| 4/8/2026 | 771.58 USD |
| 4/7/2026 | 724.44 USD |
| 4/6/2026 | 721.24 USD |
| 4/2/2026 | 717.22 USD |
| 4/1/2026 | 730.32 USD |
| 3/31/2026 | 708.46 USD |
| 3/30/2026 | 667.43 USD |
| 3/27/2026 | 695.40 USD |
| 3/26/2026 | 703.19 USD |
| 3/25/2026 | 719.04 USD |
| 3/24/2026 | 716.63 USD |
| 3/23/2026 | 701.70 USD |
| 3/20/2026 | 680.88 USD |
| 3/19/2026 | 688.65 USD |
| 3/18/2026 | 693.62 USD |
| 3/17/2026 | 702.00 USD |
| 3/16/2026 | 699.78 USD |
| 3/13/2026 | 693.99 USD |
| 3/12/2026 | 700.69 USD |
| 3/11/2026 | 707.59 USD |
| 3/10/2026 | 716.68 USD |
| 3/9/2026 | 704.82 USD |
| 3/6/2026 | 680.90 USD |
| 3/5/2026 | 706.08 USD |
| 3/4/2026 | 731.97 USD |
| 3/3/2026 | 722.18 USD |
| 3/2/2026 | 752.32 USD |
| 2/27/2026 | 742.83 USD |
| 2/26/2026 | 752.93 USD |
| 2/25/2026 | 766.61 USD |
| 2/24/2026 | 768.23 USD |
| 2/23/2026 | 756.47 USD |
| 2/20/2026 | 759.74 USD |
| 2/19/2026 | 760.53 USD |
| 2/18/2026 | 751.97 USD |
| 2/17/2026 | 764.76 USD |
| 2/13/2026 | 774.20 USD |
| 2/12/2026 | 758.29 USD |
| 2/11/2026 | 775.00 USD |
| 2/10/2026 | 742.37 USD |
| 2/9/2026 | 742.12 USD |
| 2/6/2026 | 726.20 USD |
| 2/5/2026 | 678.31 USD |
| 2/4/2026 | 691.82 USD |
| 2/3/2026 | 702.89 USD |
| 2/2/2026 | 690.91 USD |
| 1/30/2026 | 657.36 USD |
| 1/29/2026 | 665.24 USD |
| 1/28/2026 | 643.28 USD |
| 1/27/2026 | 638.91 USD |
| 1/26/2026 | 635.92 USD |
| 1/23/2026 | 626.62 USD |
| 1/22/2026 | 648.41 USD |
| 1/21/2026 | 645.38 USD |
| 1/20/2026 | 629.00 USD |
| 1/16/2026 | 646.89 USD |
| 1/15/2026 | 647.18 USD |
| 1/14/2026 | 638.75 USD |
| 1/13/2026 | 636.53 USD |
| 1/12/2026 | 629.77 USD |
| 1/9/2026 | 617.62 USD |
| 1/8/2026 | 608.13 USD |
| 1/7/2026 | 596.52 USD |
| 1/6/2026 | 623.09 USD |
| 1/5/2026 | 616.10 USD |
| 1/2/2026 | 598.41 USD |
| 12/31/2025 | 572.87 USD |
| 12/30/2025 | 577.39 USD |
| 12/29/2025 | 578.61 USD |
| 12/26/2025 | 583.00 USD |
| 12/24/2025 | 583.76 USD |
| 12/23/2025 | 582.42 USD |
| 12/22/2025 | 582.41 USD |
| 12/19/2025 | 576.22 USD |
| 12/18/2025 | 565.83 USD |
| 12/17/2025 | 561.89 USD |
| 12/16/2025 | 588.93 USD |
| 12/15/2025 | 589.76 USD |
| 12/12/2025 | 597.89 USD |
| 12/11/2025 | 625.61 USD |
| 12/10/2025 | 615.35 USD |
| 12/9/2025 | 594.36 USD |
| 12/8/2025 | 596.50 USD |
| 12/5/2025 | 603.17 USD |
| 12/4/2025 | 599.15 USD |
| 12/3/2025 | 591.49 USD |
| 12/2/2025 | 582.47 USD |
| 12/1/2025 | 568.06 USD |
| 11/28/2025 | 575.76 USD |
| 11/26/2025 | 573.73 USD |
| 11/25/2025 | 566.61 USD |
| 11/24/2025 | 559.60 USD |
| 11/21/2025 | 550.43 USD |
| 11/20/2025 | 546.13 USD |
| 11/19/2025 | 553.11 USD |
| 11/18/2025 | 546.88 USD |
| 11/17/2025 | 552.05 USD |
| 11/14/2025 | 554.03 USD |
| 11/13/2025 | 553.55 USD |
| 11/12/2025 | 573.02 USD |
| 11/11/2025 | 567.93 USD |
| 11/10/2025 | 570.85 USD |
| 11/7/2025 | 563.10 USD |
| 11/6/2025 | 569.78 USD |
| 11/5/2025 | 569.15 USD |
| 11/4/2025 | 547.58 USD |
| 11/3/2025 | 570.59 USD |
| 10/31/2025 | 577.26 USD |
| 10/30/2025 | 583.15 USD |
| 10/29/2025 | 585.49 USD |
| 10/28/2025 | 524.47 USD |
| 10/27/2025 | 527.07 USD |
| 10/24/2025 | 522.73 USD |
| 10/23/2025 | 520.50 USD |
| 10/22/2025 | 513.91 USD |
| 10/21/2025 | 524.65 USD |
| 10/20/2025 | 531.18 USD |
| 10/17/2025 | 527.08 USD |
| 10/16/2025 | 540.96 USD |
| 10/15/2025 | 534.05 USD |
| 10/14/2025 | 527.47 USD |
| 10/13/2025 | 504.76 USD |
| 10/10/2025 | 491.30 USD |
| 10/9/2025 | 500.36 USD |
| 10/8/2025 | 502.12 USD |
| 10/7/2025 | 486.71 USD |
| 10/6/2025 | 495.38 USD |
| 10/3/2025 | 497.85 USD |
| 10/2/2025 | 490.57 USD |
| 10/1/2025 | 480.82 USD |
| 9/30/2025 | 477.15 USD |
| 9/29/2025 | 471.61 USD |
| 9/26/2025 | 465.76 USD |
| 9/25/2025 | 463.72 USD |
| 9/24/2025 | 469.79 USD |
| 9/23/2025 | 471.26 USD |
| 9/22/2025 | 472.10 USD |
| 9/19/2025 | 466.54 USD |
| 9/18/2025 | 466.96 USD |
| 9/17/2025 | 450.66 USD |
| 9/16/2025 | 440.67 USD |
| 9/15/2025 | 435.94 USD |
| 9/12/2025 | 431.52 USD |
| 9/11/2025 | 431.38 USD |
| 9/10/2025 | 422.91 USD |
| 9/9/2025 | 418.09 USD |
| 9/8/2025 | 422.78 USD |
| 9/5/2025 | 423.08 USD |
| 9/4/2025 | 420.22 USD |
| 9/3/2025 | 415.12 USD |
| 9/2/2025 | 416.05 USD |
| 8/29/2025 | 419.04 USD |
| 8/28/2025 | 434.91 USD |
| 8/27/2025 | 432.67 USD |
| 8/26/2025 | 431.26 USD |
| 8/25/2025 | 432.30 USD |
| 8/22/2025 | 435.67 USD |
| 8/21/2025 | 417.89 USD |
| 8/20/2025 | 420.59 USD |
| 8/19/2025 | 416.09 USD |
| 8/18/2025 | 412.64 USD |
| 8/15/2025 | 407.79 USD |
| 8/14/2025 | 417.50 USD |
| 8/13/2025 | 413.70 USD |
| 8/12/2025 | 412.71 USD |
| 8/11/2025 | 408.54 USD |
| 8/8/2025 | 416.52 USD |
| 8/7/2025 | 417.12 USD |
| 8/6/2025 | 427.72 USD |
| 8/5/2025 | 434.23 USD |
| 8/4/2025 | 433.70 USD |
| 8/1/2025 | 428.69 USD |
| 7/31/2025 | 438.02 USD |
| 7/30/2025 | 434.12 USD |
Caterpillar Revenue, EBIT, Net Income
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Caterpillar Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026e | 2027e | 2028e | 2029e |
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| 55.18 | 47.01 | 38.54 | 45.46 | 54.72 | 53.80 | 41.75 | 50.97 | 59.43 | 67.06 | 64.81 | 67.59 | 77.01 | 85.23 | 94.27 | 95.63 |
| -0.85 | -14.81 | -18.03 | 17.97 | 20.37 | -1.68 | -22.40 | 22.09 | 16.59 | 12.84 | -3.36 | 4.29 | 13.94 | 10.68 | 10.61 | 1.43 |
| 25.08 | 27.39 | 25.68 | 29.82 | 31.07 | 30.51 | 28.93 | 29.43 | 29.47 | 34.69 | 35.99 | 32.34 | 32.34 | 32.34 | 32.34 | 32.34 |
| 13.84 | 12.88 | 9.90 | 13.56 | 17.00 | 16.42 | 12.08 | 15.00 | 17.51 | 23.26 | 23.32 | 21.86 | 24.91 | 27.56 | 30.49 | 30.93 |
| 3.31 | 3.79 | 0.64 | 4.46 | 8.29 | 8.29 | 4.55 | 7.37 | 8.35 | 12.98 | 13.10 | 11.71 | 17.74 | 19.64 | 21.72 | 22.03 |
| 6.01 | 8.05 | 1.66 | 9.81 | 15.15 | 15.41 | 10.91 | 14.45 | 14.05 | 19.36 | 20.22 | 17.33 | 23.04 | 23.04 | 23.04 | 23.04 |
| 2.45 | 2.51 | -0.07 | 0.75 | 6.15 | 6.09 | 3.00 | 6.49 | 6.71 | 10.34 | 10.79 | 8.87 | 11.70 | 14.39 | 17.40 | 17.91 |
| -35.29 | 2.45 | -102.67 | -1,225.37 | 715.25 | -0.88 | -50.80 | 116.44 | 3.33 | 54.14 | 4.42 | -17.78 | 31.91 | 22.93 | 20.94 | 2.93 |
| 3.20 | 3.64 | 3.08 | 3.10 | 3.28 | 3.78 | 4.12 | 4.28 | 4.62 | 5.00 | 5.42 | 5.84 | 6.04 | 6.50 | 6.99 | – |
| 86.05 | 13.75 | -15.38 | 0.65 | 5.81 | 15.24 | 8.99 | 3.88 | 7.94 | 8.23 | 8.40 | 7.75 | 3.42 | 7.62 | 7.54 | – |
| 616.00 | 582.30 | 585.80 | 596.40 | 587.60 | 556.10 | 549.50 | 542.60 | 520.90 | 507.00 | 486.70 | 469.00 | 469.00 | 469.00 | 469.00 | 469.00 |
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Income Statement Key Figures
ⓘRevenue and Revenue Growth
Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Caterpillar generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.
Gross Margin
Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Caterpillar retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Caterpillar's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.
EBIT and EBIT Margin
EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.
Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)
Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.
Shares Outstanding
The total number of shares Caterpillar has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.
Analyst Estimates
The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Caterpillar's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.
Caterpillar stock margins
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Caterpillar business model & stock analysis
Caterpillar SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of construction and mining equipment, engines, and industrial turbines. The company enjoys several strengths, including:
- Strong brand reputation and recognition worldwide
- Extensive product portfolio offering a wide range of solutions
- Having a diverse customer base across multiple industries
- Established distribution network and strong customer relationships
- Robust research and development capabilities driving innovation
- Effective supply chain management and operational efficiency
Although Caterpillar has numerous strengths, it also faces certain weaknesses that need to be addressed:
- Significant dependency on the global construction and mining industries
- Vulnerability to fluctuations in commodity prices affecting customer demand
- Highly competitive market with rival companies offering similar products
- Heavy reliance on dealers and distribution channels for sales
- Relatively slow response to adopting new technologies and trends
- Legacy cost structures and potential impact of global economic uncertainties
Caterpillar can capitalize on various opportunities to further enhance its market position:
- Increasing global infrastructure development and government investments
- Expansion into emerging markets with growing construction industries
- Integration of advanced technologies like automation, IoT, and data analytics
- Diversification into related industries such as renewable energy and electric vehicles
- Growing demand for retrofitting existing machinery with eco-friendly solutions
- Potential acquisitions or partnerships to enhance product offerings or market reach
Caterpillar faces certain threats that could impact its business operations and growth:
- Economic downturns and instability affecting global construction and mining sectors
- Increased regulations related to emissions and environmental sustainability
- Rising competition from local manufacturers and new entrants in key markets
- Trade tensions and tariffs impacting international trade and supply chains
- Potential disruption from natural disasters or geopolitical conflicts
- Fluctuating currency exchange rates impacting international sales and profits
Weaknesses
Although Caterpillar has numerous strengths, it also faces certain weaknesses that need to be addressed:
- Significant dependency on the global construction and mining industries
- Vulnerability to fluctuations in commodity prices affecting customer demand
- Highly competitive market with rival companies offering similar products
- Heavy reliance on dealers and distribution channels for sales
- Relatively slow response to adopting new technologies and trends
- Legacy cost structures and potential impact of global economic uncertainties
Caterpillar can capitalize on various opportunities to further enhance its market position:
- Increasing global infrastructure development and government investments
- Expansion into emerging markets with growing construction industries
- Integration of advanced technologies like automation, IoT, and data analytics
- Diversification into related industries such as renewable energy and electric vehicles
- Growing demand for retrofitting existing machinery with eco-friendly solutions
- Potential acquisitions or partnerships to enhance product offerings or market reach
Caterpillar faces certain threats that could impact its business operations and growth:
- Economic downturns and instability affecting global construction and mining sectors
- Increased regulations related to emissions and environmental sustainability
- Rising competition from local manufacturers and new entrants in key markets
- Trade tensions and tariffs impacting international trade and supply chains
- Potential disruption from natural disasters or geopolitical conflicts
- Fluctuating currency exchange rates impacting international sales and profits
Opportunities
Caterpillar can capitalize on various opportunities to further enhance its market position:
- Increasing global infrastructure development and government investments
- Expansion into emerging markets with growing construction industries
- Integration of advanced technologies like automation, IoT, and data analytics
- Diversification into related industries such as renewable energy and electric vehicles
- Growing demand for retrofitting existing machinery with eco-friendly solutions
- Potential acquisitions or partnerships to enhance product offerings or market reach
Caterpillar faces certain threats that could impact its business operations and growth:
- Economic downturns and instability affecting global construction and mining sectors
- Increased regulations related to emissions and environmental sustainability
- Rising competition from local manufacturers and new entrants in key markets
- Trade tensions and tariffs impacting international trade and supply chains
- Potential disruption from natural disasters or geopolitical conflicts
- Fluctuating currency exchange rates impacting international sales and profits
Threats
Caterpillar faces certain threats that could impact its business operations and growth:
- Economic downturns and instability affecting global construction and mining sectors
- Increased regulations related to emissions and environmental sustainability
- Rising competition from local manufacturers and new entrants in key markets
- Trade tensions and tariffs impacting international trade and supply chains
- Potential disruption from natural disasters or geopolitical conflicts
- Fluctuating currency exchange rates impacting international sales and profits
Caterpillar Eulerpool Fair Value
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Fair Value Estimate
ⓘWhat Is Fair Value?
Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.
Earnings-Based Fair Value
Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.
Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021
Revenue-Based Fair Value
Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"
Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021
Dividend-Based Fair Value
Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.
Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021
How to Use This Chart
When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.
Caterpillar historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio
Caterpillar annual returns
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Annual Return
ⓘWhat This Chart Shows
This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.
Price Return
Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.
Dividend Return
Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.
What to Look For
Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare 's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.
Caterpillar shares outstanding
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Caterpillar Dividend History
37 years of dividend payments · 9 consecutive increases
Caterpillar dividend history and estimates
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Current Caterpillar forecasts and price targets in July 2026
Analyst Price Targets 2026| Δ MOM Price Target | 7.06 % |
| Buy | 54.55 % (18) |
| Hold | 39.39 % (13) |
| Sell | 6.06 % (2) |
| 12M Price Target | 673.25 |
| Last Price | 782.00 |
| Currency | USD |
| 12M Return Potential | -13.91 % |
| LTM Return | 0 % |
Caterpillar Earnings Calls
Caterpillar Earnings Estimates
| Date | EPS estimate | Revenue Estimate | Quarterly report |
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| 8/4/2026 | 6.26USD | 19.53 BUSD | 2026 Q2 |
| 8/3/2026 | 6.26USD | 19.53 BUSD | 2026 Q2 |
| 4/23/2026 | 4.60USD | 16.61 BUSD | 2026 Q1 |
| 1/29/2026 | 4.72USD | 18.03 BUSD | 2025 Q4 |
| 4/25/2024 | 4.99USD | 16.39 BUSD | 2024 Q1 |
| 1/29/2024 | 4.81USD | 17.32 BUSD | 2023 Q4 |
| 7/31/2023 | 3.68USD | 15.30 BUSD | 2023 Q2 |
| 4/26/2023 | 3.62USD | 14.90 BUSD | 2023 Q1 |
| 1/26/2023 | 4.02USD | 16.33 BUSD | 2022 Q4 |
| 10/27/2022 | 3.19USD | 14.55 BUSD | 2022 Q3 |
EESG©
Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the Caterpillar stock
EEnvironment
20
Environment
SSocial
20
Social
GGovernance (Corporate Governance)
4
Governance (Corporate Governance)
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Caterpillar shareholder structure
| % | Name |
|---|---|
9.71035% | |
7.61148% | |
4.95915% | |
3.98602% | |
2.21618% | |
1.99414% |
Caterpillar Executives and Management Board
Mr. Donald Umpleby
(67)Executive Chairman of the Board · since 2013
Mr. Joseph Creed
(49)Chief Executive Officer, Director · since 2018
Ms. Denise Johnson
(58)Group President
Mr. Bob De Lange
(55)Group President
Mr. Andrew Bonfield
(62)Chief Financial Officer
Caterpillar Supply Chain
Caterpillar Supply Chain
Correlation: how closely stock prices move together
| # | Name | 1M | 3M | 6M | 1Y | 2Y | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.71 | 0.19 | 0.02 | 0.31 | 0.89 | ||
| 2 | 0.88 | 0.28 | -0.02 | 0.19 | 0.88 | ||
| 3 | 0.70 | 0.53 | 0.28 | 0.28 | 0.86 | ||
| 4 | 0.84 | 0.45 | 0.44 | 0.52 | 0.84 | ||
| 5 | 0.28 | 0.53 | 0.15 | 0.41 | 0.83 |
| # | Name | 1M | 3M | 6M | 1Y | 2Y | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Castex Technologies Limited | — | — | -0.08 | 0.04 | — | |
| 2 | Rheinmetall AG | -0.39 | — | — | — | — | |
| 3 | 0.23 | 0.04 | 0.07 | -0.11 | -0.37 | ||
| 4 | 0.76 | 0.66 | 0.18 | 0.23 | -0.05 | ||
| 5 | 0.73 | 0.42 | -0.04 | -0.11 | 0.01 |
Frequently asked questions about Caterpillar
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