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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.

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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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Given that CAT stock has seen a rise of 19% in a month, will it continue its upward trajectory, or is a fall imminent?

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Caterpillar (CAT) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

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Funds will help improve the lives of individuals in communities across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Panama IRVING, Texas , Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) employees and retirees together with the Caterpillar Foundation, the philanthropic organization of Caterpillar, have pledged more than $13.8 million to the United Way chapters across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Panama as part of its 2022-2023 campaign. This record amount is a $1 million increase from 2021.

Caterpillar Raises Record $13.8 Million in United Way Campaign

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 13.95% in October, the best month since 1976. Caterpillar led the 5 top Dow performers for the month.

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Shares of Caterpillar Inc. pulled back on Monday after UBS analyst Steven Fisher said he no longer recommended investors buy, as the potential for upside relative to downside risk is now “more balanced” after the stand-out performance this month.

Caterpillar stock had a great October, and that earned it a downgrade

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Caterpillar Inc (NYSE: CAT) is up another 3.0% this morning on solid results for its fiscal third quarter. But a Deutsche Bank analyst says that's just about it for shares of the construction equipment manufacturer.

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Caterpillar surged after reporting tremendous third-quarter earnings. The company saw strong demand despite weakening economic growth, while high pricing offset higher operating expenses.

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Caterpillar CAT, +7.71% was downgraded to hold from buy at Deutsche Bank, which did increase its price target from $196 to $221.

Caterpillar lowered to hold at Deutsche Bank after 'really good' quarter

(Kitco News) - For the nine months ended September 30, 2022, enterprise operating cash flow was $5.0 billion, and the company ended the third quarter with $6.3 billion of enterprise cash. In the quarter, the company repurchased $1.4 billion of Caterpillar common stock and paid dividends of $0.6 billion.

Caterpillar reports sales jump in Q3

In case there was any doubt, Caterpillar Inc. executives said about a dozen times on one conference call that demand remained ‘healthy,' ‘strong' and ‘robust.'

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Caterpillar's (CAT) third-quarter 2022 results gain on healthy demand across all segments and higher pricing that helped offset the impact of inflated costs.

Caterpillar (CAT) Q3 Earnings & Sales Top Estimates, Rise Y/Y

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT ) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call October 27, 2022 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Ryan Fiedler – Vice President-Investor Relations Jim Umpleby – Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Andrew Bonfield – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Rob Wertheimer – Melius Research Stephen Volkmann – Jefferies David Raso – Evercore Jamie Cook – Credit Suisse Michael Feniger – Bank of America Tim Thein – Citigroup Jerry Revich – Goldman Sachs Stanley Elliott – Stifel Chad Dillard – Bernstein Steven Fisher – UBS Kristen Owen – Oppenheimer Matt Elkott – Cowen Larry DeMaria – William Blair John Joyner – BMO Capital Markets Seth Weber – Wells Fargo Tami Zakaria – JPMorgan Operator Welcome to the Third Quarter 2022 Caterpillar Earnings Conference Call. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Q3 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

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