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Caterpillar (CAT)

NYSE:CAT

Caterpillar (CAT)

904.28
-36.20 (3.85%)
as of Jun 5, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 31 opinions in the last 12 months.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is currently viewed as a strong player in the infrastructure and data center sectors, driven by significant tailwinds in oil, gas, and construction. While some analysts express concerns about its high valuation with a forward PE ratio ranging from 28x to 36x, others believe it has the potential to grow into its valuation. The company's robust backlog of $60 billion and substantial revenue growth of over 20% demonstrate its operational strength. However, investors are advised to take some profits due to the stock's rapid ascent of 140% since May and the increasing uncertainty surrounding valuations in the industrial space. Overall, CAT maintains a steady appeal for those anticipating ongoing infrastructure buildout and data center expansions, while significant caution surrounding its current price level is evident among experts.

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Deere,DE
PAST TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jul 25, 2012
(A Top Pick July 28/11. Down 15.05%.) Thinks this is a long-term secular success story. Earnings just came out and were very good and they raised their estimates for the year. Think they will earn $9 and on their way to making mid teens in the cycle. Good buying opportunity.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
Owned
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$82.60

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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STRONG BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jun 20, 2012
Largest earth moving equipment manufacturer globally. Valuation is very attractive. Expects it to earn about $10 a share. Pays a decent dividend.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
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$87.17

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jun 20, 2012
Sold off the highs significantly, down about 25% from earlier in the year. Economically sensitive in terms of the global economy. Trading at 7X 2013 earnings and at these levels you Hold. If you don’t own, you could Buy a half position now and the rest 2 or 3 months down the road.
Photo of Don LatoDon Lato
Owned
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$87.17

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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SELL

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jun 13, 2012
There are not only difficulties in North America and Europe, but also in Asia. The jury is out as to whether this is a cyclical problem that Asia is having or a longer-term problem. There are new Chinese competitors that are coming in.
Photo of John O'Connell, CFAJohn O'Connell, CFAUnlock Rating
$85.29

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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WAIT

Caterpillar(CAT)

May 30, 2012
It’s the kind of stock people are cautious about due to the degree of economic uncertainty out there. Market things guidance is perhaps a little robust. But they have a history of being able to grow their business. He is not big on technical analysis but the fact that it is below the moving averages, there is no rush to buy the stock but if it comes back up, through them then perhaps there is.
Photo of Karl BergerKarl BergerUnlock Rating
$90.18

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

May 14, 2012
Very good value at these levels. China is slowing but the stock trades at about 10X earnings. Extremely well-managed. Even with China slowing, there is still a lot of work to be done and there is a little bit more work being done in North America as well.
Photo of Don LatoDon Lato
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$93.60

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

May 11, 2012
From a stability and dividend perspective, it is fine. Great balance sheet. Pretty decent track record of increasing dividends. A cyclical stock and you are seeing governments having to rein in their spending. You are likely to see infrastructure spending wear off in North America. There is definitely a moderation of economic activity in China, India and Brazil. They have exposure in countries like Argentina which are in the process of expropriating assets. Competition on similar machinery is coming out of China. The company he would watch would be Cummins Engines (CMI-N).
Photo of John O'Connell, CFAJohn O'Connell, CFA
No
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$95.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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WAIT

Caterpillar(CAT)

Apr 24, 2012
World leader in capital equipment. Stock might face challenges in that it trades with commodities. Mining activity may decline because of China. This could be sensitive short term. Long term it will do well. We had a good run so put in a stop loss. If Chinese data surprises to the upside, CAT will be a beneficiary. Prefers other industrials like 3M, SGS group.
Photo of Charles LannonCharles Lannon
No
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$108.40

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Apr 03, 2012
Has gone sideways for a little while as the construction industry has not picked up to the degree that they had hoped. Need for heavy equipment is going to be very important. Excellently managed company. Good fundamentals.
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$106.21

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Mar 14, 2012
Thinks we are in a secular bull market. There will be periods of time when emerging markets will soften but over the long term they will do well.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
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$112.27

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jan 11, 2012
Companies operating around the world will have some headwinds. Slowdown in Europe is definitely a headwind. But there are benefits to being a global player and they are taking advantage of that.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
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$99.64

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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PAST TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jan 05, 2012
(A Top Pick Jan 25/11. Up 3.23%.) Sold his holdings last spring when the market started to roll over. Still not time to be focused on the machinery stocks.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
No
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$95.52

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

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DON'T BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Dec 02, 2011
Has a model price of $76.87 a negative 20%. He would be a buyer at $65-$67.
Photo of Brian Acker, CABrian Acker, CA
No
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$96.29

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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PAST TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Nov 29, 2011
(A Top Pick Dec 13/10. Up 1%.) Away from the equipment stocks now.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
No
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$90.54

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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PAST TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Nov 24, 2011
(A Top Pick Nov 18/10. Up 7.55%.) Largest manufacturer of construction equipment globally. Pretty cheap at 10X forward PE.
Photo of Stan WongStan Wong
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$87.76

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$904.28

As of Jun 05, 2026. Market Open.

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