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Caterpillar (CAT)

NYSE:CAT

Caterpillar (CAT)

876.54
+46.51 (5.60%)
as of Aug 4, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 38 opinions in the last 12 months.

Caterpillar (CAT) has garnered mixed opinions among experts, reflecting concerns over its high valuation despite strong growth prospects. While the company benefits from significant tailwinds in sectors such as infrastructure, power generation, and data centers, many analysts note that the stock is trading at elevated forward price-to-earnings (PE) ratios, leading to sentiments of overvaluation. Some experts highlight the impressive backlog of approximately $63 billion and the potential for 25% earnings growth in coming years, while others caution against buying at current prices, suggesting that a dip would be more favorable. Overall, CAT is perceived as a strong player in the industrial sector with solid global demand, but its valuation remains a critical concern in this cyclical landscape.

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Caterpillar(CAT)

Aug 17, 2004
Long-term prospects are good. Long-term extraction is in an uptrend around the world and this company will play a big part in that. Prefers to play this company through Finning.
Photo of David BaskinDavid Baskin
No
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$72.48

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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Caterpillar(CAT)

Aug 03, 2004
Machinery companies are very interesting. Their concerns over the earnings coming out this quarter as well as some of the capital spending trends. Would wait for a little bit of movement before he bought this.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
No
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$71.68

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Apr 23, 2004
Should come back with the economy.
Photo of Laszlo BirinyiLaszlo Birinyi
Owned
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$81.96

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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PAST TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Feb 24, 2004
(A top pick Dec 3/03. Up 2.3%.) Equipment companies in Canada and the US had a bit of a pullback but feels the strength is coming back. Strong overseas sales and will do well with a weaker US$.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
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$76.70

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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WEAK BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Feb 10, 2004
Interested in the stock. Business is good. Like the stock. up 83% over last year.
Photo of Brad WillockBrad Willock
No
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$76.52

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Jan 16, 2004
Things are getting a lot better. Has had a great run, but feels that 85% of the gains has already been made.
Photo of Paul O'NeilPaul O'Neil
No
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$84.14

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

machinery
TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Dec 16, 2003
Has battled a high US$ for 10 years and as a result, became very efficient. We are in a capital spending environment.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$81.02

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

machinery
DON'T BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Dec 11, 2003
Their valuation is between $36 and $46 a share. It'll probably go sideways for a while.
Photo of David DriscollDavid DriscollUnlock Rating
$77.94

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Dec 03, 2003
55% of their sales are overseas. Will grow its earnings by 30% this year and next.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$75.48

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

machinery
BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Nov 04, 2003
A good, well-run company. Well-positioned for a recovery in the economy, drilling activity and any areas where their machinery is sold. Would prefer to play it through a Canadian company such as Tormont or Finning because of currency risk.
Photo of Mark Jackson, CFAMark Jackson, CFA
Owned
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$74.81

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

machinery
TOP PICK

Caterpillar(CAT)

Aug 12, 2003
Are just opening, large new facilities in India.Should be a strong market, down the road.They have recurring revenue through leasing equipment.55% of their sales come internationally.A good play on a weak US dollar.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$70.30

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

Caterpillar(CAT)

Mar 22, 2002
Has strong recurring revenues because of their leasing sector.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid BurrowsUnlock Rating
$57.13

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$876.54

As of Aug 04, 2026. Market Open.

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