Innovation, automation and technology take center stage as Caterpillar re-imagines durable work of the futureLAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today kicked off its year-long centennial celebration at CES® 2025, demonstrating how the company's leadership in driving innovation and new technologies will continue to shape the future of industry and empower customers. Caterpillar will be showcasing its investment in the core technologies of autonomy, connectivity and digital, a ...

The Industrials sector has lost relative strength to the S&P 500 over the past month. Mega-cap tech has dominated, leaving many cyclical areas in the dust heading into the end of 2024. Still, the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund ETF (Freelance Financial Writer | Investments | Markets | Personal Finance | RetirementI create written content used in various formats including articles, blogs, emails, and social media for financial advisors and investment firms in a cost-efficient way. My passion is putting a ...

Caterpillar (CAT) ended the recent trading session at $375.76, demonstrating a -0.84% swing from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.39%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw a downswing of 0.61%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.32%.Shares of the construction equipment company witnessed a loss of 1.44% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Industrial Products sector with its gain of 0.14% and the S&P 500's gain of 3.6%.The upc ...

Investors in Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Jan. 17, 2025 $105 Call had some of the highest implied volatility of all equity options today.What is Implied Volatility?Implied volatility shows how much movement the market is expecting in the future. Options with high levels of implied volatility suggest that investors in the underlying stocks are expecting a big move in one direction or the other. It could also m ...

In the latest trading session, Caterpillar (CAT) closed at $388.87, marking a +0.12% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.82%. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 0.22%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.77%.Heading into today, shares of the construction equipment company had lost 1.18% over the past month, lagging the Industrial Products sector's loss of 0.28% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.8% in that time.The upcoming earnings release of Caterpillar will be of gr ...

Core Viewpoint - Caterpillar's recent insider share sales do not necessarily indicate a lack of confidence in the company's future prospects, as the company continues to focus on cost management and maintaining margins despite facing challenges in revenue growth [2][28]. Group 1: Stock Performance - Caterpillar shares have increased by 35% year-to-date, outperforming the industry growth of 32.5%, the Zacks Industrial Products sector at 22.8%, and the S&P 500 at 27% [3]. - The stock is trading above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, indicating bullish momentum and market confidence in the company's financial health [8]. Group 2: Revenue and Margin Outlook - Caterpillar has experienced a decline in overall volumes for five consecutive quarters due to weak consumer spending, particularly in the Construction and Resource Industries segments, although the Energy & Transportation segment has shown improved performance [9]. - The company expects 2024 revenues to be slightly lower than the previous forecast of $67 billion for 2023, but anticipates adjusted operating margins to exceed targeted ranges due to cost-saving measures [10]. - Revenue guidance remains at $42-$72 billion, with expected margins between 10% and 22% [11]. Group 3: Market Challenges - Weak demand in China, particularly in the construction sector, is expected to continue affecting Caterpillar's performance, especially in the 10-ton and above excavator market [12]. - The manufacturing sector is experiencing prolonged contraction, with the Institute for Supply Management's manufacturing index at 48.4% in October, indicating ongoing challenges [13]. Group 4: Earnings Projections - Earnings estimates for Caterpillar have been revised down by 1% for 2024 and 4.25% for 2025, but the Zacks Consensus Estimate still indicates a year-over-year growth of 2.2% for 2024 and 1% for 2025 [14][17]. - The current consensus estimate for 2024 is $21.67, with a year-over-year growth estimate of 2.17% [18]. Group 5: Long-Term Growth Potential - Caterpillar has a projected long-term EPS growth rate of 9.3%, surpassing the industry's 8% [19]. - The U.S. Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is expected to create significant opportunities for Caterpillar's construction equipment, while the shift to clean energy will boost demand for its mining equipment [20]. - Strong order rates in the Energy & Transportation sector are anticipated to support revenue growth, particularly in the Oil & Gas sector [21]. Group 6: Dividend and Profitability - Caterpillar offers a sector-leading dividend yield of 1.49%, with a five-year dividend growth rate of 6.9% and a payout ratio of 24.15% [23]. - The company's return on equity stands at 59.1%, significantly higher than the sector average of 22.5% and the S&P 500's 29.4% [24]. Group 7: Valuation - Caterpillar is currently trading at a forward 12-month P/E of 18.31X, which is higher than the industry's 17.48X and its peers [26].

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It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Caterpillar (CAT) . Shares have added about 7.3% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Caterpillar due for a pullback? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at the most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important drivers. Caterpillar Q3 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimate ...

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