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Caterpillar

Solar Turbines is a designer and manufacturerer of industrial gas turbines for onshore and offshore electrical power generation, for marine propulsion and for producing, processing and transporting natural gas and oil. Solar Turbines is one of the world's leading producers of industrial gas turbines up to 30,000 horsepower (22,000 kW). There are more than 15,000 Solar Turbines gas turbine systems installed in over 100 countries worldwide that have collectively logged more than 2 billion hours of use.

Solar Turbines

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.

Perkins Engines

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.

Progress Rail Services

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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U.S. indexes were off their session lows on Wednesday as a rally in semiconductor stocks on reassuring comments from Texas Instruments on global chip demand blunted the impact of weak earnings from bellwethers Boeing and Caterpillar.

Wall Street mixed as chip rally counters dismal Caterpillar, Boeing earnings

For 2019, Caterpillar (CAT) maintains adjusted earnings per share guidance of $11.75-$12.75 and expects moderate sales growth.

Caterpillar (CAT) Q2 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimates

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Q2 Earnings Continue

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

What Weighed on Caterpillar’s Q2 Results

U.S. stocks on Wednesday opened firmly lower, with weak results from Boeing Co. BA, -1.29% and Caterpillar Inc.

Dow falls 140 points at the open as Boeing, Caterpillar deliver disappointing results

Caterpillar Inc's  earnings on Wednesday missed Wall Street's estimates, hurt by a combination of weak sales in China, and higher production and restructuring costs, leading to a nearly 4% fall in its shares in premarket trade.

Caterpillar's earnings disappoint on weak China sales, higher costs

Caterpillar (CAT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -9.29% and -0.64%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2019. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Caterpillar (CAT) Lags Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Caterpillar, a Dow Jones stock and bellwether for the global economy, badly missed second-quarter earnings estimates. 
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Caterpillar Earnings Miss Badly; Dow Jones Stock Drags Down Index

The declines in shares of Caterpillar Inc. CAT, +2.11% and Boeing Co. BA, -0.09% in premarket trading Wednesday, after the industrial companies reported second-quarter results, was acting as a 55-point drag on the Dow Jones Industrial Average's DJIA, +0.65% price.

Boeing, Caterpillar stock drops a 55-point drag on the Dow

Caterpillar earned $2.83 per share in the second quarter, versus consensus estimate of $3.12 per share.

Caterpillar shares drop after earnings miss Street, global economic bellwether cuts guidance

Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) Q2 EPS $2.83 Misses $3.12 Estimate, Sales $14.432B Miss $14.44B Estimate Caterpillar Sees FY19 EPS Guidance $12.06-$13.06 At Lower End Of Range

Caterpillar Falls After Q2 Earnings Miss

Caterpillar Inc. shares slid 3% in premarket trade Wednesday, after the maker of construction and mining equipment missed profit estimates for the second quarter.

Caterpillar shares slide 3% premarket after profit falls short of estimates

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is set to report its most recent financial results before the markets open on Wednesday.

What to Look For in Caterpillar’s Q2 Earnings Report

Caterpillar is slated to publish its Q2 2019 results on July 24. After reporting a strong performance in Q1, the industrial conglomerate is expected to continue its momentum in Q2.

Caterpillar Looks Set To Report Strong Q2 Performance Across Segments

Out of all the investments available, CAT stock is perhaps President Trump’s favorite. However, even this executive-level support can’t decisively lift Caterpillar stock.

Caterpillar Stock Remains Unconvincing Prior to Q2 Earnings

Caterpillar (CAT) is a company that has had somewhat of a quiet year, with shares up 7.7% year-to-date.

Caterpillar (CAT) Set to Report Q2 Earnings: What to Expect

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) was down 0.5% at $139.09 on Tuesday and was trading down even worse on Wednesday as earnings season kicks into full swing.

Caterpillar Gets Weak Second-Half Set Up Ahead of Earnings

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Sometimes the market has a great reason for knocking down a company's stock price. Other times it knocks it down too far and enterprising investors can find opportunities.

These 3 Value Stocks Are Absurdly Cheap Right Now: CAT, CYOU & RLGY

CAT stock is attractive for income-oriented investors, but an opportunity to profit from Caterpillar stock could appear for growth investors.
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Caterpillar Stock Is a Growth Play and (Maybe) an Income Play

CAT has remained sideways in the last 12-months. With strong business performance amidst economic headwinds, the stock is a buy.

Caterpillar Stock Is a Buy Even as Worries of a Recession Loom

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Bearish charts and promising short entries are here today in 3M (MMM), Caterpillar (CAT) and Apple (AAPL) stock.
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Let's have a look at some other factors apart from forecast topping estimates, positive earnings surprise history and upbeat projections that make Caterpillar a must-add to your portfolio.

Here's Why You Should Add Caterpillar to Your Portfolio Now

The stock had a good month in June. Now the hope is that mining capital spending will drive earnings growth in the second half.

Why Caterpillar Stock Soared 13.8% in June

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT)’s focus on digital growth and product innovation could improve its competitive advantage.

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