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Caterpillar (CAT)

(Delayed Data from NYSE)

$428.69 USD

428.69
4,027,394

-9.33 (-2.13%)

Updated Aug 1, 2025 03:59 PM ET

After-Market: $428.88 +0.19 (0.04%) 7:58 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.75%
2Buy17.82%
3Hold9.58%
4Sell5.28%
5Strong Sell2.61%
S&P50011.30%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

Style Scores:

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The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

  • Value Score A
  • Growth Score A
  • Momentum Score A
  • VGM Score A

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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D Value C Growth B Momentum D VGM

Industry Rank:

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An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Bottom 15% (209 out of 246)

Industry: Manufacturing - Construction and Mining

Zacks News

Caterpillar, known for its iconic yellow machines, is the largest global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. Given that it serves a gamut of sectors - infrastructure, construction, mining, oil & gas and transportation, the company is considered a bellwether of the global economy. Since 1925, Caterpillar’s product portfolio has evolved and currently boasts 20 brands and generated revenues of $53.8 billion in 2019. It has more than 4 million of products with an extensive dealer network of 165 dealers spanning 191 countries. Caterpillar started using telematics in the 1990’s and reached its target of 1 million connected assets in 2019. The combination of innovation, cutting-edge technology, coupled with the formidable reputation, sets Caterpillar apart from its peers

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Caterpillar (CAT) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider

The latest trading day saw Caterpillar (CAT) settling at $366.23, representing a +1.58% change from its previous close.

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Can Caterpillar's E&T Segment Continue to be Its Saving Grace?

CAT leans on its Energy & Transportation segment, now 47% of sales, to offset pressure in the construction and mining units.

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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Caterpillar (CAT). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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Caterpillar (CAT) Suffers a Larger Drop Than the General Market: Key Insights

Caterpillar (CAT) concluded the recent trading session at $357.68, signifying a -1.31% move from its prior day's close.

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Will CAT's Dividend Hike Revive Investor Confidence in Uncertain Times?

Caterpillar lifts its quarterly dividend by 7% to $1.51, marking 31 straight years of hikes despite recent revenue softness.

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Caterpillar vs. Volvo: Which Heavy Equipment Stock is the Better Buy Now?

CAT and VLVLY face near-term headwinds, but Caterpillar's stronger ROE and U.S. tailwinds may give it an edge.

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Caterpillar (CAT) Rises As Market Takes a Dip: Key Facts

In the latest trading session, Caterpillar (CAT) closed at $363.14, marking a +1.27% move from the previous day.

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Caterpillar Volumes Keep Sliding: Is It Time for Investors to Worry?

CAT sees sixth straight quarter of volume declines as demand weakens across key segments and macro pressures intensify.

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The Manitowoc Company (MTW) Up 25.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

The Manitowoc Company (MTW) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Caterpillar (CAT) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Why Is Caterpillar (CAT) Up 12.1% Since Last Earnings Report?

Caterpillar (CAT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

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CAT Stock Trades at Premium Value: Should You Buy, Hold or Sell?

Caterpillar trades at a premium despite falling sales, weak volumes and a flat 2025 outlook. The stock is trailing peers and the industry in YTD performance.

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Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Cummins, Caterpillar and Southwest Airlines

Cummins, Caterpillar and Southwest Airlines are part of the Zacks Investment Ideas article.

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Insiders are Buying These 3 Stocks

Insiders have a longer holding period than most, and many strict rules apply to their transactions. Recently, insiders of these three companies have scooped up shares.

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Top Analyst Reports for Walmart, Palantir & Uber

Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Walmart Inc. (WMT), Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) and Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER).

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CAT Vs KMTUY: Which Heavy Equipment Stock is the Better Buy Now?

Caterpillar and Komatsu, two heavy equipment powerhouses, face challenges from tariff pressures. Find out which stock offers better value for investors.

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Terex Q1 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates, Decline Y/Y on Low Volumes

TEX witnesses year-over-year decline in Q1 earnings due to low volumes. Its guidance for 2025 earnings per share of $4.70 - $5.10 suggests a 20% decline at the midpoint.

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Investors Heavily Search Caterpillar Inc. (CAT): Here is What You Need to Know

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Caterpillar (CAT). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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Caterpillar Misses on Q1 Earnings: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?

CAT's Q1 results fall short of estimates, with year-over-year declines in revenues and earnings. How should investors respond to this development?

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CAT Q1 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimates on Weak Volumes

Caterpillar witnesses lower revenues and earnings in Q1 due to weak volumes in all its segments.

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Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Caterpillar (CAT) Q1 Earnings

The headline numbers for Caterpillar (CAT) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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Caterpillar (CAT) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates

Caterpillar (CAT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -1.16% and 2.01%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi Construction Machinery

Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi Construction Machinery have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

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3 Stocks to Watch in the Promising Construction & Mining Equipment Industry

The prospects of the Zacks Manufacturing - Construction and Mining industry look good. Stocks like CAT, KMTUY and HTCMY are stocks worth a look.

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Caterpillar Q1 Earnings Coming Up: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?

We analyze what investors??? stance on the CAT stock should be as it gears up to report Q1 results, which are likely to reflect low volumes.