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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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Before the markets opened on Jan. 29, construction machinery and equipment giant Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) reported earnings results for the fourth quarter of 2020. While the numbers were down significantly from a year ago, they did beat analyst estimates, indicating things may not be as bad for the company as Wall Street previously feared.

Caterpillar: Does a 4th-Quarter Earnings Beat Justify the Price?

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) CEO Jim Umpleby on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) released its fourth-quarter 2020 results before the opening bell on Jan. 29.

Caterpillar Reports Earnings and Revenue Beat

Andrew Bonfield, Caterpillar's financial chief, said in an interview that while a rebound in home construction was boosting purchases for some machinery, spending cuts by local and state governments were weighing on road construction.

Caterpillar flags signs of recovery amid slack demand

The shares of blue-chip heavy machinery manufacturer Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) are inching higher this morning, up 1% at $186.20 at last check, after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings of $2.12 per share, which easily cleared Wall Street's estimates.

Q4 Earnings, Revenue Beat Boosts Caterpillar Stock

Pandemic-induced weak demand across all regions and segments continue to impact Caterpillar's (CAT) results as evident from the 22% plunge in its fourth-quarter adjusted earnings.

Caterpillar's (CAT) Q4 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates

Caterpillar (CAT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 45.21% and 0.45%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Caterpillar (CAT) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

Caterpillar earnings topped Q4 estimates, as the Dow Jones construction equipment giant saw sales rise from Q3. CAT stock traded higher early Friday.

Caterpillar Earnings Top Q4 Estimates; CAT Stock Rises Near Early Entry

Shares of Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) rose 2.8% in pre-market trading after the company reported Q4 results. Quarterly Results Earnings per share were down 19.39% year over year to $2.12, which beat the estimate of $1.49.

Caterpillar: Q4 Earnings Insights

Caterpillar Inc. shares rose 3.6% in premarket trade Friday, after the maker of mining and construction equipment posted better-than-expected profit for the fourth quarter and revenue that matched consensus. The Deerfield, Illinois-based company said it had net income of $780 million, or $1.42 a share, in the quarter, down from $1.098 billion, or $1.97 a share, in the year-earlier period.

Caterpillar shares up 3.6% premarket after Q4 profit beats estimates

DEERFIELD, Ill., Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar reports strong operational performance Fourth-quarter 2020 profit per share of $1.42; adjusted profit per share of $2.12 Full-year operating profit margin percentage of 10.9%; adjusted operating profit margin of 11.8%, within 2019...

Caterpillar Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Results

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Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) announces its next round of earnings this Friday, January 29. Here is Benzinga's look at Caterpillar's Q4 earnings report.

Caterpillar's Earnings: A Preview

Caterpillar is scheduled to report its Q4 2020 results on Friday, January 29. We expect Caterpillar to likely post mixed results with revenue beating, while earnings fall short of the consensus estimates, driven by a sequential rebound in construction demand.

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Caterpillar stock has outclimbed the market over the last six months even though its sales and earnings have taken a hit as the global economy struggles to bounce back.

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Caterpillar's (CAT) fourth-quarter 2020 results are likely to reflect low demand due to the pandemic. However, savings from cost cutting actions are likely to offset some of the impact.

Caterpillar (CAT) to Report Q4 Earnings: Is a Beat in Store?

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The heavy equipment giant remains a buy even though it's trading near its all-time highs.

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