CAT Stock Chart & Stats
$13875.00
-$393.99(-2.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$13875.00
-$393.99(-2.49%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$9,732.03 - $18,850.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume10.00
Average Volume (3M)256.00
Market Cap
$5.38T
Enterprise Value$410.96B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$7.93B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$45.20B
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.3
Beta0.17
Next Earnings
Feb 04, 2027EPS Estimate
125.34Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)25.61
Shares Outstanding459,674,900
10 Day Avg. Volume335
30 Day Avg. Volume256
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.06
Price to Book (P/B)12.54
Price to Sales (P/S)3.95
P/FCF Ratio35.86
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$15,917.67Price Target Upside14.72% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering15
EPS Forecast (FY)511.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.49T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Profitability And Cash GenerationCaterpillar is converting strong demand into substantial earnings and cash, supporting reinvestment, dividends, and resilience through industry cycles. The combination of high operating margins and improved free cash flow provides meaningful capacity to fund growth while preserving shareholder returns.
Record Backlog And Broad-based DemandA record backlog across construction, power and energy, and resource industries gives Caterpillar substantial forward revenue visibility. Broad-based order momentum reduces reliance on one end market and supports production utilization and earnings over the next several quarters.
Durable Installed-base And Aftermarket ModelCaterpillar’s large installed base creates recurring parts and service revenue after the initial equipment sale. This lifecycle model can provide more frequent, durable customer engagement and partially cushion the company when new equipment purchases weaken during cyclical downturns.
Bears Say
Debt-heavy Capital StructureElevated leverage increases Caterpillar’s sensitivity to weaker equipment demand, lower asset utilization, and financing stress during an industry downturn. It can also constrain financial flexibility by increasing the importance of maintaining cash flow and disciplined capital allocation.
Tariffs And Cost Pressure Threaten MarginsTariffs, freight, manufacturing expenses, and strategic investment are creating a material cost burden that may limit margin expansion despite strong sales. If these pressures persist, they could reduce operating leverage and constrain the conversion of backlog growth into profit.
Capacity Constraints And Ramping InefficienciesCapacity constraints can prevent Caterpillar from fully monetizing strong orders and backlog, particularly in power-generation products. Expansion-related inefficiencies, depreciation, and material costs may also weigh on execution and margins until new production capability reaches a steadier operating level.
Caterpillar News
CAT FAQ
What was Caterpillar’s price range in the past 12 months?
Caterpillar lowest stock price was $9732.03 and its highest was $18850.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Caterpillar’s market cap?
Caterpillar’s market cap is $5.38T.
When is Caterpillar’s upcoming earnings report date?
Caterpillar’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 04, 2027 which is in 95 days.
How were Caterpillar’s earnings last quarter?
Caterpillar released its earnings results on Oct 29, 2026. The company reported $135.26 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $132.536 by $2.724.
Is Caterpillar overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Caterpillar’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Caterpillar pay dividends?
Caterpillar does not currently pay dividends.
What is Caterpillar’s EPS estimate?
Caterpillar’s EPS estimate is 125.34.
How many shares outstanding does Caterpillar have?
Caterpillar has 459,674,900 shares outstanding.
What happened to Caterpillar’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Caterpillar reported an EPS of $135.26 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $132.536. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -9.153%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Caterpillar?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:CAT
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Caterpillar Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$15,917.67 (14.72% Upside)
$15,917.67 (14.72% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:CAT Sentiment 62%
Sector Average 61%
Sector Average 61%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $489.2M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 63%
Bearish news 37%
Bearish news 37%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
7.69%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
58.52%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.00%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc., a global enterprise founded in 1925 and headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois (having previously operated as Caterpillar Tractor Co. until its rebranding in 1986), is a premier manufacturer and vendor of heavy construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas power units, and industrial gas turbines across the world. The company's extensive offerings are organized into several operational divisions: Construction Industries: This segment delivers a broad spectrum of machinery for construction projects, including asphalt pavers, versatile backhoe and skid steer loaders, various sizes of excavators (from compact to heavy-duty), compactors, road-building equipment like cold planers and motorgraders, pipelayers, site preparation tractors, telehandlers, and utility vehicles, alongside a range of wheel loaders and track-type equipment. Resource Industries: Dedicated to the mining sector, this division supplies powerful equipment such as electric rope and hydraulic shovels, draglines, rotary drills, specialized hard rock vehicles, and a diverse fleet of mining, off-highway, and articulated trucks. It also offers longwall miners, wheel dozers, fleet management systems, autonomous vehicle solutions, crucial machinery components, selected work tools, and comprehensive safety and performance solutions for mining operations. Energy & Transportation: This segment focuses on power generation and propulsion systems. It provides reciprocating engines, generator sets, integrated power solutions, industrial turbines and associated services, remanufactured engines and parts, centrifugal gas compressors, and diesel-electric locomotives with related components and services. These products serve critical sectors including marine, oil and gas, industrial applications, and electric power generation. Financial Products: This segment supports customers with a variety of financial services, such as operating and finance leases, installment sale agreements, working capital loans, and wholesale financing schemes. It also offers insurance and risk management products tailored for vehicles, power generation facilities, and marine vessels. All Other: This encompassing segment is responsible for manufacturing essential consumables and components like filters, fluids, undercarriage parts, and ground engaging tools.
CAT Company Deck
CAT Earnings Call
Q3 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was strongly positive overall. Caterpillar reported record quarterly sales, substantial earnings growth, a record backlog, broad-based order strength and healthy end markets across all three primary segments. The main challenges were capacity constraints, operational ramping issues, tariffs, freight and manufacturing cost pressures, regional softness, and a fourth-quarter dealer inventory headwind. Management nevertheless maintained its full-year sales growth and cash flow outlook and expressed confidence in a strong finish to the year.View all MX:CAT earnings summariesCAT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$15,917.67
▲(14.72% Upside)