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Caterpillar

Solar Turbines is a designer and manufacturerer of industrial gas turbines for onshore and offshore electrical power generation, for marine propulsion and for producing, processing and transporting natural gas and oil. Solar Turbines is one of the world's leading producers of industrial gas turbines up to 30,000 horsepower (22,000 kW). There are more than 15,000 Solar Turbines gas turbine systems installed in over 100 countries worldwide that have collectively logged more than 2 billion hours of use.

Solar Turbines

Perkins Engines is primarily a diesel engine manufacturer for several markets including Agricultural, Construction, Material Handling, Power Generation and Industrial. Over the years Perkins has expanded its engine ranges and produces thousands of different engine specifications including diesel and gas engines.

Perkins Engines

Progress Rail Services is a supplier of railroad and transit system products and services and has become one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services in North America. Progress Rail markets products and services worldwide and maintains 110 facilities in the United States, 34 in Mexico, four in Canada, two in Brazil, five in UK, one in Italy, and one in Germany. Progress Rail is organized into two divisions: Engineering & Track Services and Locomotive & Railcar Services.

Progress Rail Services

Caterpillar, Inc. engages in the business of manufacturing construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. It operates through the following segments: Construction Industries, Resource Industries, Energy and Transportation, Financial Products, and All Other. The Construction Industries segment is involved in supporting customers using machinery in infrastructure and building construction applications. The Resource Industries segment offers machinery in mining, heavy construction, quarry, and aggregates. The Energy and Transportation segment focuses on reciprocating engines, turbines, diesel-electric locomotives, and related services across industries serving oil and gas, power generation, industrial, and transportation applications including marine- and rail-related businesses. The Financial Products segment provides financing alternatives to customers and dealers for Caterpillar products and services, as well as financing for power generation facilities. The All Other segment includes activities such as the business strategy, product management, and development, and manufacturing filters and fluids, undercarriage, tires and rims, engaging tools, and fluid transfers. The company was founded on April 15, 1925 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

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Caterpillar reports robust Q4 earnings, eyes growth amid supply challenges

Caterpillar's Q4 2022 showcased strong sales growth and record profit per share. Challenges in the supply chain impacted certain sectors, but overall performance was robust.
The company's focus on key sectors like Energy & Transportation paid off with significant sales increases. Positive outlook for 2023 with expectations of increased sales and profit margins.
Maintaining strong ME&T free cash flow and service revenue growth are key strengths. Adjusted operating profit margins may face challenges in Q1 2023.
Despite challenges, Caterpillar remains optimistic about future growth opportunities and aims to meet its financial targets for the coming year.

Caterpillar excels in Q1 2023, eyes growth amid challenges

Caterpillar's Q1 2023 showcased robust financial performance, driven by strong sales growth and improved profit margins.
While challenges like dealer inventory management persist, the company's positive outlook and strategic investments position it well for future growth.
Opportunities in sustainability initiatives, market collaborations, and financial performance enhancements pave the way for a promising year ahead.

Caterpillar reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes growth amid challenges

Caterpillar's Q2 2023 performance showcased strong growth and profitability across segments, with a positive outlook for the full year. While facing challenges like supply chain disruptions and pricing pressures, the company remains focused on returning cash to shareholders and driving sustainability initiatives.

Caterpillar reports strong Q3 performance, eyes growth opportunities

Caterpillar anticipates another good year in 2024 with elevated backlog levels expected to normalize.
Company expects adjusted operating profit margin to exceed targets for the full year.
Focus on managing costs, improving efficiency, and adding value for customers through technology and services.
Competitive dynamics considered in pricing decisions to remain competitive and add value for customers.

Caterpillar (CAT) reports record-breaking 2023 performance and eyes growth opportunities

Caterpillar's 2023 performance exceeded expectations, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives. The company faces challenges in weak market conditions in China and parts decline but sees opportunities in the energy transition and services growth. Caterpillar plans to return free cash flow to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, emphasizing organic growth opportunities.

Caterpillar (CAT) posts solid Q1 results, eyes growth opportunities

Caterpillar (CAT) delivered a strong Q1 performance with flat sales but increased profitability. While facing challenges in the European construction market, CAT aims for continued growth in key segments and maintains a positive outlook for the year.

Caterpillar reports mixed Q2 results, focuses on sustainability and innovation

Caterpillar's Q2 2024 performance reflects a mixed bag with sales decline offset by improved profit margins and strong free cash flow. Sustainability efforts and product innovation are key strengths, while challenges include managing sales revenue decline and addressing analyst inquiries on various operational aspects.

Caterpillar reports solid Q3 earnings, eyes growth amid industry challenges

CAT's Q3 performance showcased strong profitability and cash flow despite revenue decline, driven by demand in Energy & Transportation.
While facing challenges in margin sustainability and industry dynamics, CAT's investments in new technologies and sustainability initiatives position it for growth.
Opportunities in sustaining demand, addressing concerns, and leveraging backlog indicate a positive outlook for CAT's future performance.

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Caterpillar (CAT) is poised well on solid demand in markets, backlog levels and expected benefits from its strategic initiatives.

Caterpillar (CAT) Bets on Improving Demand Amid High Costs

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Caterpillar (CAT) demonstrates its first battery electric underground mining truck, in sync with its target to provide more sustainable choices for the underground mining industry.

Caterpillar (CAT) Demos Battery Electric Underground Mining Truck

IRVING, Texas , Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has successfully demonstrated its first battery electric prototype underground mining truck, growing its portfolio of battery electric and semi-autonomous technology for underground mining applications. The demonstration for Newmont and other industry leaders, at the company's proving ground in Tasmania, Australia, comes on the heels of the 793 battery electric prototype surface mining truck, which was unveiled in November of 2022.

Caterpillar Successfully Demonstrates to Newmont its Expanding Portfolio of Sustainable Underground Solutions and Technologies

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Caterpillar (CAT) reachead $285.71 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -0.01% change compared to its last close.

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IRVING, Texas , Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced today that Jason Kaiser, senior vice president of the Electric Power Division, has been appointed to Group President of the Energy & Transportation (E&T) segment, effective Jan. 1, 2024. In this role, Kaiser will have responsibility for the Rail Division, Solar Turbines, Large Power Systems Division, Industrial Power Systems Division, Electric Power Division (EPD), Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division (COGMD), Cat Reman® and Electrification and Energy Solutions Division.

Caterpillar Appoints New Energy & Transportation Group President

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Despite the ongoing weakness in the order levels, the Zacks Manufacturing - Construction and Mining industry will gain from higher investment spending in the United States and demand from the mining sector. Companies like CAT, TEX, HEES, and MTW are positioning themselves to leverage these trends.

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Gold, copper, and silver producer Anglo Asian Mining PLC (AIM:AAZ, OTC:AGXKF) has announced the arrival of a cutting-edge Caterpillar underground mining fleet at its Gedabek mine site in Azerbaijan.  This development marks a milestone, as the first deployment of such equipment in the country, and it's notably backed by substantial vendor financing from Caterpillar - another first in the region.

Anglo Asian receives cutting-edge Caterpillar equipment at Gebadek site, Azerbaijan

Caterpillar has a higher market share, average net margin, return on assets, liquidity, and leverage ratios than its peers for the past five years. Caterpillar's price target of $249 - $317.88, based on my analysis, makes it a good buy recommendation at the current price. Much better-than-expected third-quarter results add to its list of pros rather than cons.

Caterpillar: Solid Q3 And Strong Fundamentals Make It A Buy

Caterpillar is investing in recycling technology developer Nth Cycle as part of a push to boost the reuse of metals used to make batteries and construction equipment.

Caterpillar invests in tech startup Nth Cycle to boost recycling

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