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Caterpillar

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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 on Friday offered little signs of improvement in equipment sales after a crippling recession sparked by the coronavirus pandemic made customers wary of big purchases, resulting in lower second quarter earnings.

Caterpillar offers cautious outlook after coronavirus hits sales

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) reported its most recent quarterly results before the markets opened on Friday.

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Caterpillar's (CAT) second-quarter adjusted earnings and sales both decline year over year due to lower demand across the board.

Caterpillar (CAT) Q2 Earnings & Revenues Surpass Estimates

Caterpillar (CAT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 56.06% and 8.71%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Caterpillar (CAT) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Shares of Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) moved higher by 2% in pre-market trading after the company reported Q2 results.

Recap: Caterpillar Q2 Earnings

Caterpillar earnings easily beat Q2 estimates, lifting CAT stock to a buy point and boosting the Dow Jones. 
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Caterpillar Earnings Better Than Feared; CAT Stock Hits Buy Point, Lifting Dow Jones

Caterpillar said Friday morning that cost reduction and prioritized spending helped it offset a $1.4 billion decline in dealer inventories.

Shares of Caterpillar jump after the Dow component reports better-than-expected results

DEERFIELD, Ill., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar Releases Retail Statistics

Caterpillar Inc on Friday reported lower second-quarter earnings as a crippling recession sparked by the coronavirus pandemic made customers wary of big purchases, crimping equipment sales.

Caterpillar quarterly earnings dive 70% year-on-year

Shares of Caterpillar Inc. CAT, -2.70% surged 2.4% in premarket trading Friday, after the maker of construction and mining equipment and engines and turbines reported second-quarter profit and revenue that fell as a result of the impact from the COVID-19 pandemic, but beat Wall Street expectations.

Caterpillar's stock surges after profit, revenue fall less than expected

DEERFIELD, Ill., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Second-quarter sales and revenues decreased 31%; profit per share declined 70% Strong balance sheet; $8.8 billion of enterprise cash Second Quarter ($ in billions except profit per share) 2020 2019 Sales and Revenues $10.0 $14.4 Profit Per.

Caterpillar Reports Second-Quarter 2020 Results

When Caterpillar Inc reports earnings on Friday, investors will look for clues about the strength of economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Caterpillar results likely to shed light on strength of economic recovery

Caterpillar (CAT) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Earnings Preview: Caterpillar (CAT) Q2 Earnings Expected to Decline

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Caterpillar CFO to Participate at Jefferies Industrial Conference 2020 on August 6; Webcast Available

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