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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.

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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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Caterpillar authorized a new share repurchase authorization of $15 billion, equivalent to about 13% of the company's market capitalization.

Caterpillar Is Giving More Cash to Shareholders, and the Stock Is Rising

Shares of Caterpillar Inc. CAT, +1.40% rallied 2.1% in premarket trading Tuesday, after the construction and mining equipment company said its board of directors had recently approved a new $15 billion stock repurchase program. Based on Monday's stock closing price of $207.19, the new buyback program could represent about 72.4 million shares, or 13.6% of the shares outstanding as of March 31.

Caterpillar's stock rallies after disclosure of new $15 billion stock repurchase program

GRAPEVINE, Texas , May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is hosting its Investor Day centered around the theme of services, technology and sustainability. The leadership team will provide details on the company's achievements, priorities and opportunities including: Executing strategy through operational excellence, expanded offerings, services and sustainability Achieved Investor Day targets for adjusted operating profit margin and generated strong ME&T free cash flow  Expecting higher long-term sales growth as energy transition expands Caterpillar's addressable market Reaffirming adjusted operating margin targets while investing in technology ME&T free cash flow to increase with sales growth "Our global team has done an excellent job executing our strategy for long-term profitable growth," said Caterpillar Chairman & CEO, Jim Umpleby.

Caterpillar Highlights Services and Energy Transition Growth Opportunities at 2022 Investor Day

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DEERFIELD, Ill. , May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has released its 2021 Diversity & Inclusion Report and a new diversity and inclusion website that reflect the company's strong focus on continuing to build a rich culture of inclusion.

Caterpillar 2021 Diversity & Inclusion Report Highlights Progress with Growth in Diverse Populations

Company Also Commits to Disclosing Scope 3 Emissions, Enhances Sustainability Oversight with Board Restructuring DEERFIELD, Ill. , May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc.'s (NYSE: CAT) 2021 Sustainability Report describes the company's progress helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.

Caterpillar Updates Enterprise Strategy with Focus on Sustainability, Reports One-Year Progress on 2030 Sustainability Goals

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DEERFIELD, Ill. , May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) has acquired Tangent Energy Solutions, a U.S.-based energy-as-a-service (EaaS) company.

Caterpillar Acquires Tangent Energy Solutions

DEERFIELD, Ill. , May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) will offer a video webcast of its Investor Day on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, beginning at 10:25 a.m.

Caterpillar to Offer Video Webcast of 2022 Investor Day

This Dividend Aristocrat paints a bleak outlook for the quarters to come.

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DEERFIELD, Ill. , April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) will hold a virtual annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday June 8, 2022 at 8 a.m.

Caterpillar Announces Virtual 2022 Shareholder Meeting

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT ) Q1 2022 Earnings Conference Call April 28, 2022 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Ryan Fiedler - Director, Investor Relations Jim Umpleby - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Andrew Bonfield - Chief Financial Officer Kyle Epley - Vice President, Global Finance Services Rob Rengel - Senior Investor Relations Manager Conference Call Participants Rob Wertheimer - Melius Research Jamie Cook - Credit Suisse Mig Dobre - Baird Steve Volkmann - Jefferies David Raso - Evercore Tami Zakaria - JPMorgan Chad Dillard - Bernstein Nicole DeBlase - Deutsche Bank Ross Gilardi - Bank of America Courtney Yakavonis - Morgan Stanley Seth Weber - Wells Fargo Steven Fisher - UBS Tim Thein - Citigroup Matt Elkott - Cowen John Joyner - BMO Jerry Revich - Goldman Sachs Operator Welcome to the First Quarter 2022 Caterpillar Earnings Conference Call. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) CEO Jim Umpleby on Q1 2022 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

The construction machinery and equipment company reported an adjusted quarterly profit of $2.88 per share on revenue of $13.59 billion

Caterpillar sales surge on strong construction equipment demand, increased dealer inventories

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GDP reported the first negative quarter since Q2 2020, which was considered the "heart" of the pandemic.

Q1 GDP Negative; Q1 Earnings Beats from CAT, LLY, MCD

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

Caterpillar (CAT) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates on Strong Demand

Caterpillar Inc (NYSE: CAT) reported first-quarter FY22 sales and revenue growth of 14.3% year-over-year to $13.59 billion, beating the consensus of $13.40 billion. Revenue growth was driven by higher sales volume and favorable price realization, partially offset by unfavorable currency.

Why Caterpillar Shares Are Trading Lower Today

Caterpillar (CAT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 8.27% and 0.63%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2022. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Caterpillar (CAT) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

Caterpillar reports earnings per share of $2.88 from $13.6 billion in sales. Analysts were looking for profit of $2.60 on sales of about $13.3 billion.

Caterpillar Stock Falls After Earnings. Inflation Claims Another Victim.

Caterpillar Inc reported a 14.3% rise in first-quarter revenue on Thursday, as higher construction activity and a rise in commodity prices boosted sales of its heavy equipment across industries.

Caterpillar first-quarter sales rise 14% on demand for heavy equipment

Caterpillar Stock Rises After Earnings Top Wall Street Estimates

Caterpillar Inc. shares CAT, +1.74% rose 1.4% in premarket trade Thursday, after the maker of construction and mining equipment blew past estimates for the first quarter. Caterpillar posted net income of $1.537 billion, or $2.86 a share, for the quarter, up from $1.530 billion, or $2.77 a share, in the year-earlier period.

Caterpillar shares up 1.4% premarket after earnings beat estimates

First-quarter 2022 sales and revenues increased 14% to $13.6 billion First-quarter 2022 profit per share of $2.86; adjusted profit per share of $2.88 Returned $1.4 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends in the quarter DEERFIELD, Ill., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  First Quarter ($ in billions except profit per share) 2022 2021 Sales and Revenues $13.6 $11.9 Profit Per Share $2.86 $2.77 Adjusted Profit Per Share $2.88 $2.87 Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced first-quarter 2022 sales and revenues of $13.6 billion, a 14% increase compared with $11.9 billion in the first quarter of 2021.

Caterpillar Reports First-Quarter 2022 Results

Caterpillar Inc is expected to report higher sales in its energy and mining businesses when it reports results on Thursday, aided by rising commodity prices sparked by the war in Ukraine, which could add to the large-equipment maker's reputation as an inflation hedge.

Caterpillar sales seen lifted by oil, commodity prices

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