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Caterpillar (CAT)
NYSE:CAT
CAT Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$307.05 - $418.50
Previous CloseN/A
Volume627.15K
Average Volume (3M)2.72M
Market Cap
$160.48B
Enterprise Value$207.19B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$6.89B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$38.41B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.2
Beta1.16
Next Earnings
Apr 24, 2025EPS Estimate
4.38Last Dividend Ex-Date
Jan 21, 2025Dividend Yield1.65%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)22.07
Shares Outstanding477,932,040
10 Day Avg. Volume2,917,396
30 Day Avg. Volume2,718,986
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.59
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)2.48
Price to Cash Flow (P/CF)11.80
P/FCF Ratio17.00
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.29
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.88
Enterprise Value/Ebitda12.75
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$384.55Price Target Upside12.55% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering12
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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
BacklogThe biggest surprise was the resilient backlog, which grew 9% Y/Y to $30B, driven mainly by E&T.
Future GrowthThere is potential for a return to double-digit EPS growth in 2026, suggesting improved future performance.
Portfolio DiversificationCaterpillar's diversified portfolio, with strength in power generation and energy, is helping partially offset cyclical weakness in construction and resources.
Bears Say
EarningsProfits missed expectations for Q4, and CAT guided to sales declines in 2025, driven by Construction and Resources, while consensus had sales growing in 2025.
Earnings RiskThere is a material risk of further earnings cuts throughout 2025, leading to an Underweight rating on CAT and a lower price target.
PricingPricing pressures in Construction intensified, contributing to a significant headwind for the company.
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Ownership Overview
0.21% Insiders
18.57% Mutual Funds
20.06% Other Institutional Investors
39.39% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Risk Analysis
Main Risk Category
Macro & PoliticalRisks related to catastrophic events or geopolitical conditions that may disrupt the company’s business
Website Traffic
Sorry, No Data AvailableThere is no website visitor data available for this stock.
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CAT FAQ
What was Caterpillar’s price range in the past 12 months?
Caterpillar lowest stock price was $307.05 and its highest was $418.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Caterpillar’s market cap?
Caterpillar’s market cap is $160.48B.
When is Caterpillar’s upcoming earnings report date?
Caterpillar’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 24, 2025 which is in 30 days.
How were Caterpillar’s earnings last quarter?
Caterpillar released its earnings results on Jan 30, 2025. The company reported $5.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $5.02 by $0.12.
Is Caterpillar overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Caterpillar’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Caterpillar pay dividends?
Caterpillar pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.409 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.65%. See more information on Caterpillar dividends here
What is Caterpillar’s EPS estimate?
Caterpillar’s EPS estimate is 4.38.
How many shares outstanding does Caterpillar have?
Caterpillar has 477,932,040 shares outstanding.
What happened to Caterpillar’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Caterpillar reported an EPS of $5.14 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $5.02. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.641%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Caterpillar?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CAT
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Caterpillar Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$384.55 (12.55% Upside)
$384.55 (12.55% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CAT Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 65%
Sector Average 65%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 198.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $4.6M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.8%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-6.50%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
55.36%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.33%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is a global leader in the manufacture of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. The company operates through various segments, including Construction Industries, Resource Industries, Energy & Transportation, and Financial Products, catering to a wide range of industries such as construction, mining, oil and gas, and power generation. Known for its iconic yellow machines, Caterpillar is committed to innovation and sustainability, striving to provide cutting-edge solutions that enhance its customers' operational efficiency and productivity.
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CAT Company Deck
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CAT Earnings Call
Q4 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Caterpillar's 2024 performance was marked by a record adjusted profit per share and strong ME&T free cash flow, despite a decrease in total sales and revenues. The company faced challenges in sales volume and operating profit margin, particularly in the construction and resource industries. However, growth in services revenue and a strong backlog provided positive indications for future performance.Read More>---
CAT Sales Breakdown
41.76% Energy & Transportation
40.89% Construction Industries
20.25% Resource Industries
4.76% Financial Products
0.67% Financial Products
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CAT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$384.55
▲(12.55% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Best Analysts Covering CAT
1 Year
1 Year Success Rate
42/57 ratings generated profit
1 Year Average Return
+25.07%
reiterated a buy rating 2 months ago
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