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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 Inc.  (NYSE:CAT) earlier announced better-than-expected third-quarter profits, amid strong demand for high-end construction equipment after infrastructure investments, as well as price hikes and cost controls.

Caterpillar Stock Plummeting on Order Backlog Decline

Shares of Caterpillar NYSE: CAT fell after a sequential slow-down in business. The slowdown suggests slowing in the industrial equipment industry, foreshadowed by competitors such as Volvo OTCMKTS: VOLVY, but it's not the worry for investors that it could be.

Caterpillar crawls into a new buying opportunity

If it wasn't for the selloff in Caterpillar Inc.'s stock CAT, +1.51%, after the construction equipment maker reported third-quarter results, the Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, +1.58% would be headed for a nice gain at Tuesday's open. Caterpillar's stock sank 5.9% toward a 4 1/2-month low in the premarket.

Caterpillar's stock selloff shaves nearly 100 points off the Dow's price

Caterpillar (CAT) came out with quarterly earnings of $5.52 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.75 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.95 per share a year ago.

Caterpillar (CAT) Q3 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Caterpillar Inc shares fell 3.9% despite reporting improved revenue and earnings in the third quarter,as it forecast a drop in margins in the fourth quarter. The Irving, Texas-based construction, mining and engineering giant said in the quarter ended September 30, revenue totalled $16.81 billion, a 12% increase compared with $14.99 billion a year ago.

Caterpillar falls after pointing to margin decline in fourth quarter

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Agreement includes 33 Cat® 793 trucks being converted to autonomous haulage  Caterpillar will assist with autonomy deployment, change management and training In addition to improving worker safety, Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) estimates change will cut Bagdad's GHG emissions and reduce idle time by 10,000 hours annually IRVING, Texas , Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) and Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) announce that the two companies are collaborating to convert the mining company's fleet of 33 Cat® 793 haul trucks at its Bagdad mine in Arizona to an autonomous haulage system (AHS) using Cat MineStar™ Command for hauling.   "We look forward to partnering with Caterpillar to become the first U.S. copper mine to implement a fully autonomous haulage system and are excited about the numerous benefits it will bring to our Bagdad operation and employees," said Kathleen Quirk, President, Freeport-McMoRan.

Freeport-McMoRan to convert fleet of Cat® 793 trucks at its Bagdad mine in Arizona to autonomous haulage using Cat MineStar™ Command for hauling

Shares of Caterpillar Inc. CAT, +1.51% jumped 3.2% in premarket trading Tuesday, after the construction and mining equipment maker reported third-quarter profit and revenue that rose above expectations, boosted by both higher prices and higher volume. Net income rose to $2.79 billion, or $5.45 a share, from $2.04 billion, or $3.87 a share, in the year-ago period.

Caterpillar's stock jumps after big profit beat, as higher prices and volume boosts revenue

Third-quarter 2023 sales and revenues increased 12% to $16.8 billion Third-quarter 2023 profit per share of $5.45; adjusted profit per share of $5.52 Returned $1.0 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases in the quarter Third Quarter ($ in billions except profit per share) 2023 2022 Sales and Revenues $16.8 $15.0 Profit Per Share $5.45 $3.87 Adjusted Profit Per Share $5.52 $3.95 IRVING, Texas , Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced third-quarter 2023 sales and revenues of $16.8 billion, a 12% increase compared with $15.0 billion in the third quarter of 2022. The increase was primarily due to favorable price realization and higher sales volume.

Caterpillar Reports Third-Quarter 2023 Results

Cat reports Tuesday morning. Wall Street is looking for earnings per share of $4.80 from sales of $16.6 billion.

Caterpillar Earnings Will Be All About the Backlog

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