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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
Improving Crane Markets Aid Manitowoc, Higher Costs Ail
by Zacks Equity Research
Manitowoc (MTW) is expected to benefit from restructuring initiatives, product innovation and focus on four key elements. However, input cost inflation will dent near-term margins.
Deere Rewards Investors With 15% Quarterly Dividend Hike
by Zacks Equity Research
Deere (DE) hikes quarterly dividend by 15%, backed by strong balance-sheet position and its continued efforts to boost shareholder wealth.
Sonoco (SON) to Buy 70% Balance Stake in Conitex Sonoco JV
by Zacks Equity Research
Sonoco (SON) to acquire the remaining 70% interest in the Conitex Sonoco JV, in a bid to fortify the company's paper-based tube and core business.
5 Reasons to Retain AptarGroup (ATR) in Your Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
AptarGroup (ATR) will benefit from its strategies, including transformation activities and expansion in growth economies.
Expansion in Emerging Markets to Aid Milacron Amid Inflation
by Zacks Equity Research
Milacron (MCRN) to gain from expansion in emerging markets, as well as cost-reduction initiatives despite input cost inflation.
Here's Why You Should Hold on to Deere (DE) Stock for Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Deere (DE) to gain from the Wirtgen acquisition, as well as improving oil and gas sector despite a lackluster agriculture business.
Armstrong World Up 47% in a Year: What's Behind the Rally?
by Zacks Equity Research
Armstrong World (AWI) is riding high on construction activity, productivity improvements in plants and restructuring activities.
Deere (DE) Banks on Wirtgen Acquisition, Expenses Flare Up
by Zacks Equity Research
Deere (DE) anticipated to gain from the Wirtgen acquisition, strength in Brazil, higher housing starts despite elevated expenses.
AptarGroup Grows on Strategic Moves, Input Cost Woes Persist
by Zacks Equity Research
AptarGroup's (ATR) business-transformation plan will drive sales growth and generate cost savings in the long run. However, higher material costs will dent near term margins.
Caterpillar, Tupperware, Nvidia, Texas Instruments and Intel as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
by Zacks Equity Research
Caterpillar, Tupperware, Nvidia, Texas Instruments and Intel as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
Bull of the Day:Caterpillar (CAT)
by Neena Mishra
The industrial giant posted excellent Q1 results and also raised its guidance.
Why Is Caterpillar (CAT) Up 8.1% Since Its Last Earnings Report?
by Zacks Equity Research
Caterpillar (CAT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
Here's Why You Should Hold on to TriMas (TRS) Stock for Now
by Zacks Equity Research
TriMas (TRS) will benefit from focus on TriMas Business Model, strong product pipeline despite near term headwinds to its segments.
Is Caterpillar (CAT) Stock Outpacing Its Industrial Products Peers This Year?
by Zacks Equity Research
Is Caterpillar (CAT) Outperforming Other Industrial Products Stocks This Year?
Industrials Set to Gain as Trade War Fears Ease: 5 Picks
by Swarup Gupta
Industrial companies are heavily dependent on international markets such as China.
Here's Why You Should Hold onto Bemis (BMS) Stock for Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Bemis (BMS) to gain from Agility plan, as well as focus on restructuring activities, despite raw material inflation and rising expenses.
Rockwell Automation (ROK) to Grow on Manufacturing Strength
by Zacks Equity Research
The U.S. tax reform, favorable manufacturing environment and strength in heavy industries likely to drive Rockwell Automation's (ROK) performance in the near term, despite certain challenges.
Manitex (MNTX) Up 63% in a Year: What's Driving the Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Forecast-topping Q1 earnings performance, strong order levels, strengthening global demand across its product lines and geographies have contributed to Manitex's (MNTX) rally.
Here's Why Pentair (PNR) Stock is Out of Investors' Favor
by Zacks Equity Research
Material cost inflation headwinds and risks pertaining to the separation of the Electrical business remain headwinds for Pentair (PNR).
Deere (DE) Q2 Earnings Lag, Sales Meet Estimates, View Up
by Zacks Equity Research
Deere (DE) is anticipated to benefit from strong demand and growth in global agricultural and construction equipment markets in fiscal 2018.
Grainger (GWW) Rises 77% in a Year: What's Behind the Rally?
by Zacks Equity Research
Forecast-topping Q1 earnings performance, upbeat outlook have contributed to W.W. Grainger's (GWW) rally.
Philly Fed Factory Orders Hit 45-Year High: 5 Solid Picks
by Sreya Bhowmick
Strength in May's Philly Fed and Empire State data, and new job additions reflect growth in U.S. manufacturing activity, calling for bets on top-ranked manufacturing stocks.
A Tale of Two Earnings Reports, Deere Misses and Rallies Anyway
by David Borun
Strong guidance calms investor fears at they snap up shares in the heavy equipment manufacturer
Caterpillar (CAT) Is Not Only a Strong Buy Stock, It's Cheap
by Benjamin Rains
Shares of Caterpillar (CAT) have soared nearly 54% over the last year, which might cause some investors to think that the construction and mining equipment powerhouse's stock is expensive. But that doesn't appear to be the case at all. Let's dive into Caterpillar's recent price movement and growth projections to help show why CAT is currently a strong buy stock that also presents strong value.
5 Manufacturing Stocks to Buy as Industrial Production Rises
by Swarup Gupta
Manufacturing output increased in April after remaining unchanged over March.