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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Stock

Caterpillar Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), a prominent company in the technology sector within the construction machinery & equip industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $403.86. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $265.98 and $414.91. This places the current price at 97.3% of its 52-week high and 51.8% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 975,630. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 75.19, suggesting overbought conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $359.57 by 12.32%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $360.00 by 12.18%. The MACD histogram is 1.25, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 14.27, Signal Line: 13.02). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US1491231015. There are currently 3 active alerts set for CAT by users.

Market Cap

$180.93B

52-Week High

$414.91

-2.66% from high

52-Week Low

$265.98

+51.84% from low

Avg Daily Volume

2,790,249

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

18.76

Near market average

Forward P/E

20.24

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

2.04

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

10.01

EV/EBITDA

14.34

EPS (TTM)

$20.51

Price to Sales

2.86

Beta

1.37

Similar volatility to market

How is CAT valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Caterpillar Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 18.76, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 20.24 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.04 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is CAT's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.37, Caterpillar Inc. is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 10.01 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

15.70%

Operating Margin

18.40%

Return on Equity

55.60%

Return on Assets

9.40%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-9.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-27.00%

How profitable and efficient is CAT's business model?
Caterpillar Inc. achieves a profit margin of 15.70%, meaning it retains $15.70 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 18.40% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 55.60% and ROA at 9.40%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are CAT's recent growth trends?
Caterpillar Inc.'s revenue declined by 9.80% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 27.00% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$5.64

Dividend Yield

1.57%

Ex-Dividend Date

7/21/2025

Dividend Date

8/20/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CAT?
Caterpillar Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.57%, paying $5.64 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 7/21/2025.
How reliable is CAT's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Caterpillar Inc. pays $5.64 per share in dividends against earnings of $20.51 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 27.50%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/20/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

470.31M

Book Value/Share

$38.35

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CAT's market capitalization and position?
Caterpillar Inc. has a market capitalization of $180.93B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 470.31M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CAT's price compare to its book value?
Caterpillar Inc.'s book value per share is $38.35, while the current stock price is $403.86, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 10.53. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$374.60

7.25% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

11

Hold

14

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for CAT?
28 analysts cover CAT with 50% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $374.60 implies -7.2% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CAT?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 11 Buy, 14 Hold, 00The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:23 AM

Earnings Dates

Upcoming Earnings

Q2

Aug 4, 2025

Est. EPS: $4.88

In 20 days

Recent Earnings History

DateQuarterEstimated EPSActual EPSSurprise
Apr 30, 2025Q1$4.35$4.25-2.3%
Jan 30, 2025Q4$5.03$5.14+2.2%
Oct 30, 2024Q3$5.35$5.17-3.4%
Aug 6, 2024Q2$5.54$5.99+8.1%
Apr 25, 2024Q1$5.14$5.60+8.9%
Feb 5, 2024Q4$4.75$5.23+10.1%
Oct 31, 2023Q3$4.79$5.52+15.2%
Aug 1, 2023Q2$4.58$5.55+21.2%

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

75.19

Overbought

50-Day Moving Average

$359.57

12.32% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$360.00

12.18% above MA-200

MACD Line

14.27

MACD Signal

13.02

MACD Histogram

1.25

Bullish

What does CAT's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for CAT is currently 75.19, indicating the stock is in overbought territory (above 70). This suggests strong recent buying pressure that may be unsustainable. While overbought conditions can persist in strong trends, traders often watch for RSI divergences or a drop below 70 as potential sell signals. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret CAT's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 14.27 above the signal line at 13.02, with histogram at 1.25. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The wide histogram confirms strong momentum. The 50-day MA ($359.57) is below the 200-day MA ($360.00), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Jul 15, 2025, 12:32 AM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
P/E Ratio falls below
Threshold
15x
Created
Jun 16, 2025, 04:36 PM
Alert Condition
Golden Cross
Threshold
N/A
Created
Jun 16, 2025, 04:36 PM
Alert Condition
MA Breakout (Bullish)
Threshold
200days
Created
Mar 6, 2025, 06:16 PM

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