Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)
Caterpillar Is Good, But Not Quite Great
Caterpillar designs, manufactures, and sells machinery globally, with a market cap near $200B and a historical annual return of nearly 15%. The Company is a Dividend Champion and Aristocrat, having increased its dividend for 31 years, with a recent 8.5% hike and a declining payout ratio. Valuation suggests CAT is trading for an approximate 15% premium to fair value and will need to pull back some before I consider adding it to my portfolio.
Caterpillar (CAT) Up 7.3% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Caterpillar (CAT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
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.
Why Caterpillar Is The Industrial Giant I'm Betting On For The Next Decade
Caterpillar's resilience against cyclical headwinds is impressive, driven by innovation, a strong balance sheet, and a commitment to shareholder value. Despite short-term revenue declines, Caterpillar's focus on AI, connected assets, and digital tools positions it for long-term growth. Strong dividend growth and aggressive buybacks enhance shareholder value, with a 31-year streak of dividend hikes and a healthy payout ratio.
The Big 3: CAT, CVX, WMT
Walmart (WMT) and Caterpillar (CAT) are trading near their all-time highs, but @Theotrade's Don Kaufman is bearish on both. However, a "drill, baby, drill" attitude of the incoming Trump administration has him bullish on Chevron (CVX).
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.
The Big 3: CAT, RIVN, T
All the names in today's Big 3 show upside potential, but Aquiles Larrea notes resistance they need to break through. He and Rick Ducat break down the technical trends in Caterpillar (CAT), Rivian (RIVN) and AT&T (T).
Zacks Industry Outlook Caterpillar and Komatsu
Caterpillar and Komatsu have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.
2 Construction & Mining Equipment Stocks to Watch Despite Industry Challenges
The Zacks Industry Rank for the Manufacturing - Construction and Mining industry paints a dull picture. We believe that stocks like CAT and KMTUY are still worth a look.
Here is What to Know Beyond Why Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is a Trending Stock
Caterpillar (CAT) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
Should You Buy, Hold or Sell Caterpillar Stock After Q3 Earnings?
Caterpillar Inc. CAT recently reported year-over-year declines in its top and bottom lines for the third quarter of 2024, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimates. This ended CAT's stint of improved earnings for 14 straight quarters, which showed the company's resilience through challenges during these quarters, including the pandemic, supply-chain disruptions and slowdown in manufacturing.
Caterpillar Stock: Market Points to a Buying Opportunity
Caterpillar's NYSE: CAT stock price fell sharply following the Q3 release, but the market activity since the initial decline clearly signals that it is time to buy this stock. The Q3 performance aside, operational quality is good for this market-leading industrial name and sufficient to sustain the capital return outlook.
