Caterpillar Inc. Stock

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With 61% gains racked up over the last 52 weeks, Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) shares have outperformed the rest of the S&P 500 by a factor of nearly three -- and one analyst thinks this run's not done.

Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) is a cyclical stock, meaning its revenue, profit margin, profits, and cash flow tend to ebb and flow along with the economy. Its earnings can overshoot expectations when the

While the market seems to be led by growth stocks, a look at sector performance tells a different story.

There are 11 sectors in the S&P 500, but only four are outperforming the benchmark year to

Blue chip powerhouse Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) boasts a 29-year track record of increasing dividend payouts, a testament to its robust business and cash management. Today, the stock is trading near

After a 51% rise in the stock price over the last year, Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) investors have had a great year. However, management's guidance and Wall Street's analyst consensus suggest it may be

The market has ripped higher through the first few months of 2024, but Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) stock's start is even more impressive. The heavy equipment specialist recently reported impressive

Predicting where cyclical companies will be in a year is difficult, but that doesn't mean investors can't look at various scenarios before deciding whether to invest. In the case of Caterpillar

Caterpillar's (NYSE: CAT) stock trades close to its recent all-time high, and the company is firing on all cylinders right now. Revenue and profit came in at record levels in 2023, demonstrating

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One Wall Street analyst is calling the top on heavy equipment makers, and investors are heeding the call. Shares of Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) traded down about 3% on Tuesday afternoon after the stock

There are no prizes for guessing the main reason for the 3% decline in Caterpillar's (NYSE: CAT) share price to late afternoon today. Higher-than-expected inflation data dampened hopes for an early

Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) delivered another strong quarter and raised its margin and free-cash-flow targets for the new year. Investors were happy to see Cat purring along during what has been a shaky

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Investors waiting eagerly to see what Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) has to say next month when they report year-end results got a potential preview from another public company. Commentary from United

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