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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)

NYSE

$702.06

$+20.23

(+2.98%)

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-06 14:52:00

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$328.55B
Open	$692.57
High	$723.16
Low	$21.71
Previous Close	$678.31
Price Change	$+20.23
Percentage Change	+2.98%
Volume	414K

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Stock Price Today

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is currently trading at $702.06 as of 2026-02-06 14:52:00, reflecting a +2.98% move ($+20.23) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned +1,544.52% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, Caterpillar Inc. has recorded a +92.11% price change, indicating a strong performance relative to the broader market.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, Caterpillar Inc. has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $659.82 to the latest recorded price of $702.06, reflecting an intraday change of +2.98%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (414,121), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, CAT has delivered a +1,544.52% return over the past month and a +92.11% change in the last 12 months, indicating a strong trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)?

Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Its reporting segments are construction, resource, energy, and transportation. Market share approaches 20% across many products. Caterpillar operates a captive finance subsidiary to facilitate sales. The firm has a global reach that is approximately evenly balanced between the US and the rest of the world. Construction skews more domestic, while the other divisions are more geographically diversified. An independent network of over 150 dealers operates approximately 2,800 facilities, giving Caterpillar reach into about 190 countries for sales and support services.

Caterpillar Inc. Information

Industry	CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP
Employees	120,286
Sector	CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP
Company Website	https://www.caterpillar.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of Caterpillar Inc.?

The latest trading price for Caterpillar Inc. (Common Stock) is $ 702.06, compared with a previous closing price of $ 678.31. That means the stock has moved +2.98% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for CAT can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is Caterpillar Inc. stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, CAT has returned +1,544.52% over the past month, +71.85% over the last six months and +92.11% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe strong price momentum for Caterpillar Inc. stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does CAT currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, Caterpillar Inc. has traded between a low of $ 267.30 and a high of $ 723.16. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether CAT is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is Caterpillar Inc. classified by sector and industry?

Caterpillar Inc. is classified in the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP sector, within the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP industry group and the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP industry. In practice, this means Caterpillar Inc. is grouped with companies that face similar end-markets, competitive dynamics and regulatory environments. For investors, knowing CAT's sector and industry classification helps when building diversified portfolios, comparing Caterpillar Inc. with direct peers, and understanding how stock-specific risks such as -- may be influenced by broader trends in the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP sector and CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP industry.

5.Where is Caterpillar Inc. listed and how large is it by market value?

Caterpillar Inc. is listed on the NYSE stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 328.55B, the company is classified as a Mega-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of Caterpillar Inc.'s size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

6.What does CAT's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 19.81 summarises how much profit Caterpillar Inc. has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track Caterpillar Inc.'s financial performance over time?

To follow Caterpillar Inc.'s financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how CAT is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is Caterpillar Inc. expected to report earnings?

Caterpillar Inc.'s next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for CAT, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in Caterpillar Inc.'s earnings reports?

Caterpillar Inc.'s earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether CAT is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about Caterpillar Inc.'s results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on Caterpillar Inc. by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for CAT on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does Caterpillar Inc. pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

Caterpillar Inc. Paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 6.04 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0086 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor CAT's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for CAT?

Based on the latest earnings data, CAT has a dividend yield of 0.0086 and a dividend payout ratio of 0.3048. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether Caterpillar Inc. is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings Caterpillar Inc. distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is Caterpillar Inc.?

Caterpillar Inc. is a publicly traded company in the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP industry within the CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is CAT valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

Caterpillar Inc. currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 34.23, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 19.81. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of Caterpillar Inc.'s earnings. Comparing CAT's P/E and EPS to those of other CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY & EQUIP companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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