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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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Stanley Black & Decker

These two dividend stocks illustrate a great divide in the broader economy.

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Casey's General Stores

Thermo Fisher Scientific

China's over-the-top COVID lockdowns are setting up a surprising “all-American” dividend opportunity for us contrarians.

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Home Depot

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Deere & Company

Let's take a look at the fundamentals via a comparison of the cyclically-adjusted price/earnings ratios for both CAT and DE. We share some of the tickers from our latest MegaCap list of stocks with favorable setups to make new highs in the coming months.

Which Is Faster: Caterpillar Or Deere?

When stocks reach new highs, it often indicates the start of a new uptrend, even if gains must moderate before reaccelerating.

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The key to the investment thesis for this industrial giant may not rest in its construction industries segment.

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Merck

UnitedHealth Group

Walmart

We have narrowed our search to four Dow stocks. These are: CAT, WMT, MRK, UNH.

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Barings BDC Inc

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J & J Snack Foods

With December traditionally being a good month for stocks, investing in growth players like Barings BDC (BBDC), Caterpillar (CAT) & J & J Snack Foods (JJSF), to name a few, seems prudent.

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Caterpillar (CAT) shares have been on quite the run after beating Q3 expectations in October. Investors should consider the stock for portfolio diversification through exposure to the Construction and Mining Industry.

Buy Caterpillar (CAT) Stock for Solid Growth

PACCAR

Ranked #1 and #2 in Construction Machinery & Heavy Trucks, my two stock picks are up double digits this year, maintaining bullish momentum despite the macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds. With tremendous Q3 earnings results, both stocks experienced record results, increased margins, and demand, despite supply chain constraints, indicating their resilience in a tough economic environment.

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Should You Buy Caterpillar (CAT) After Golden Cross?

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Steel Dynamics

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Industrial stocks tend to struggle whenever recession risk is high. However, Caterpillar possesses attributes that could see its stock avoid cyclicality risk. UBS recently identified valuation concerns. Yet, an expanded PE model counteracts the argument.

Caterpillar Could Be A Sector-Based Outlier In 2023

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Dividend Champions are a great list of stocks to study for long-term investment options. Five years ago, I wrote a series of articles in which I reviewed Dividend Champions from specific industries to determine which stocks are buys, sells, or holds.

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NextEra Energy

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IRVING, Texas , Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced today a successful demonstration of its first battery electric 793 large mining truck and a significant investment to transform its Arizona-based proving ground into a sustainable testing and validation hub of the future.   Caterpillar completed development of its first battery electric 793 prototype with support from key mining customers participating in Caterpillar's Early Learner program.

Caterpillar Successfully Demonstrates First Battery Electric Large Mining Truck and Invests in Sustainable Proving Ground

Caterpillar (CAT) has seen solid earnings estimate revision activity over the past month, and belongs to a strong industry as well.

Is Caterpillar (CAT) Stock a Solid Choice Right Now?

The definition of a cyclical company might as well be one that sells construction equipment, mining equipment and gas turbines. Trying to time when to invest in these heavy cyclical companies is almost more of an art than a science.

Caterpillar Is Likely Near Peak Earnings

Steven Dierkes, the 39-year-old employee of a Mapleton foundry, fell into an 11-foot-deep pot of molten iron heated to more 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit.

Caterpillar faces massive fine after worker incinerated in freak accident

Caterpillar's results support its strong stock performance.

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