NYSE:CAT
Caterpillar (CAT)
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Jun 6, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 31 opinions in the last 12 months.
Caterpillar (CAT) has garnered considerable attention from experts, primarily due to its integral role in the booming infrastructure and data center sectors. While many acknowledge the company's strong backlog of orders and impressive revenue growth, there are concerns regarding its current valuation and overheated share price. The stock has exhibited substantial gains over the past year, with some experts suggesting profit-taking at these elevated levels. Despite some optimists believing that CAT may grow into its higher valuation, others contend it seems well above historical averages. There is a notable consensus on CAT's position as a critical player in global infrastructure development, with expectations of continued growth driven by energy demands and data center construction.
Has seen many upgrades. Their earnings were out of control. They have $60 billion in backlog orders, and revenues up over 20%. Loves it.
Kevin Simpson
Equipment dealers are a great place to be -- pass through inflation very well, good plays on mining and global growth. TIH and FTT have the same type of chart, but not so much with WJX.
Technically, over its skis. So don't buy here. But the theme has legs for the next 3-5 years. FTT is a better deal (but at a lower level as well).
All 3 of the Top Picks today involve taking a bit of money away from the infrastructure plays.
This name plus WMT have been using AI the most and for the longest. Has autonomous and semi-autonomous machines. For those machines that have drivers, they just launched a CAT-AI system -- like having a friend and a coach in the cab. AI is being used for predicting and for supply chains.
His 12-month price target is $750. Buy 1/3 here, another ~$645, and the final 1/3 ~$605. Yield is 0.89%.
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Caterpillar (CAT) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caterpillar stock symbol?
Caterpillar is a American stock, trading under the symbol CAT (previously CAT-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (CAT). It is usually referred to as NYSE:CAT or CAT
Is Caterpillar a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 28 stock analysts published opinions about CAT (previously CAT-N on Stockchase). 24 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 2 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Caterpillar.
Is Caterpillar a good investment or a top pick?
Caterpillar was recommended as a Top Pick by Kim Bolton on 2026-02-05. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Caterpillar.
Why is Caterpillar stock dropping?
Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for help on deciding if you should buy, sell or hold the stock.
Is Caterpillar worth watching?
28 stock analysts on Stockchase covered Caterpillar in the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is Caterpillar stock price?
On 2026-06-05, Caterpillar (CAT) stock closed at a price of $904.28.
He trimmed it. Trading at a 32x forward PE, but typically in the mid-teens. As long as data centres are being built, this will participate, but it doesn't hurt to take some money off the table.