Caterpillar Performance degli utili passati
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Caterpillar ha registrato una crescita degli utili a un tasso medio annuo di 14.6%, mentre il settore Machinery ha registrato utili in crescita a un tasso medio annuo di 8%. I ricavi sono stati in crescita a un tasso medio annuo di 7.6%. Il ritorno sul capitale proprio di Caterpillar è 50.5% e ha margini netti di 13.3%.
Informazioni chiave
14.63%
Tasso di crescita degli utili
17.64%
Tasso di crescita dell'EPS
| Machinery Crescita del settore | 8.77% |
| Tasso di crescita dei ricavi | 7.55% |
| Rendimento del capitale proprio | 50.52% |
| Margine netto | 13.33% |
| Ultimo aggiornamento sugli utili | 31 Mar 2026 |
Aggiornamenti sulle prestazioni recenti
Recent updates
Aggiornamento della narrazione • May 19
CAT: Future Returns Will Reflect Data Center Power And Physical AI Opportunities
Caterpillar's updated analyst price target framework moves from a fair value of about $754 to roughly $913, with analysts generally pointing to firmer profit margin assumptions and a higher future P/E multiple as key drivers of the change, even as they apply a slightly higher discount rate and trim revenue growth expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Caterpillar clusters around a consistent theme, with a series of higher price targets and at least one fresh upgrade.Seeking Alpha • May 14
Caterpillar: A Masterclass In Execution Meeting An Irrationally Exuberant Valuation
Summary Caterpillar is trading at a significant valuation premium, with a forward P/FCF of 43, nearly triple its five-year average. Current momentum is driven by surging data center demand, a record $62.7 billion backlog, and strong double-digit revenue growth outlook. Despite operational excellence and reduced volatility, CAT’s capital-intensive, cyclical nature makes its software-like multiple unsustainable long-term. I require a 30-50% stock price contraction before CAT offers a margin of safety aligned with its industrial fundamentals. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaArticolo di analisi • May 04
Results: Caterpillar Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
Caterpillar Inc. ( NYSE:CAT ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers with its...
Aggiornamento della narrazione • May 02
CAT: Physical AI Mega Projects Will Likely Cap Future Return Potential
The analyst price target for Caterpillar in this narrative has been raised from $521.71 to $575.00. This reflects analysts' use of higher valuation multiples and slightly stronger margin and earnings assumptions following a series of recent target hikes and upgrades tied to construction demand, mega project pipelines, and Caterpillar's positioning in physical AI and data center related equipment.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Apr 16
CAT: Future Returns Will Reflect Data Center Power And Physical AI Execution Risks
Caterpillar's analyst price target has been revised slightly higher to $754.33 from $742.18, with analysts pointing to updated fair value work, modestly adjusted revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple to reflect recent sector research and sentiment. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Caterpillar has centered on higher price targets and updated views on long term demand drivers, digital capabilities, and the construction cycle.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Apr 02
CAT: Future Returns Will Reflect Data Center Power And Cycle Normalization Risks
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Caterpillar from about $588 to roughly $742, reflecting higher modeled revenue growth, a richer future P/E assumption of about 28x, and a slightly lower discount rate. This is supported by recent research that highlights strong data center related power demand, a healthy pipeline of mega construction projects, and Caterpillar's positioning in physical AI.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Mar 19
CAT: Data Center Power Dependence Will Likely Restrain Future Return Potential
Caterpillar's updated analyst price target reflects a modest fair value lift of about $1 per share. Analysts point to stronger construction demand signals from ConExpo, lengthening engine lead times tied to data center projects, and growing confidence in the company as a physical AI and infrastructure supplier.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Mar 05
CAT: Data Center Power Dependence Will Likely Cap Future Return Potential
Caterpillar's updated fair value estimate has increased from about $475 to $521, as analysts factor in stronger projected revenue growth, a higher future P/E multiple, and ongoing demand in private non residential construction and data center power projects. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Caterpillar has been skewed toward higher price targets and generally constructive views, with several firms lifting their expectations alongside stronger assumptions for private non residential construction and data center related demand.
Nuova narrazione • Mar 03
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT): The Industrial Architect – Leveraging the AI Data Center Boom and Infrastructure Supercycle in 2026.
Caterpillar (CAT) is currently operating as the engine of the global industrial recovery, trading at $752.18 as of the March 2, 2026, close. Despite a broader market rotation that has punished high-multiple growth stocks, Caterpillar has surged over 120% in the last year , recently hitting an all-time high above $775 on February 11.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Feb 19
CAT: Data Center Power Demand Will Drive Future Multiple Repricing
Caterpillar's analyst price target has been raised from $790 to $850. Analysts cited updated assumptions for faster revenue growth, a slightly lower discount rate, and a higher future P/E multiple, partly offset by more moderate profit margin expectations.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Feb 05
CAT: Data Center Engine Reliance Will Likely Erode Future Return Expectations
The analyst price target for Caterpillar has moved higher from about US$393 to roughly US$475, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions for slightly stronger profit margins, a higher future P/E multiple, and ongoing support from data center driven engine demand. Analyst Commentary Across recent research, the tone around Caterpillar has leaned constructive, with a cluster of firms lifting their price targets by wide ranges, from around US$15 to as high as US$125.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Jan 21
CAT: Data Center Power Demand Will Drive Future Earnings Repricing
Our Caterpillar fair value estimate is updated from $780 to $790, reflecting analysts' higher price targets and their focus on data center driven engine demand, stronger Energy & Transportation and Construction trends, and a slightly higher assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Caterpillar has leaned constructive, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets and highlighting specific growth drivers tied to engines, power generation and core construction and energy markets.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Jan 07
CAT: Power Demand And Backlog Strength Will Drive Future Earnings Repricing
The analyst price target for Caterpillar has been raised from US$507 to US$780, with analysts citing stronger profit expectations, a higher assumed future P/E multiple, and recent Street research that highlights solid Q3 results, improving backlogs, and growing confidence around Energy & Transportation and Power Gen demand. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Caterpillar points to a wide range of views, but there is a clear pocket of bullish analysts who are leaning into the Q3 print, backlog trends, and perceived strength in Energy & Transportation, Power Gen, and Construction.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Dec 21
CAT: Power Demand Optimism Will Likely Fade And Pressure Future Returns
Analysts have lifted their Caterpillar fair value estimate by about $28 to roughly $393, citing upward revisions to revenue growth and margins, a modestly higher assumed future P E multiple, and a wave of recent price target increases and upgrades following stronger than expected Q3 results and improving Power Gen and construction demand. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a broadly constructive view on Caterpillar following its Q3 earnings beat, with multiple upgrades and sizable price target increases.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Dec 07
CAT: Future Returns Will Reflect Power Demand Upside And Tariff Headwind Risks
Analysts have nudged our Caterpillar price target higher by approximately $30 per share to reflect a stronger multiple on the Power Gen business, broad-based target hikes across the Street following Q3 outperformance, and growing conviction in secular demand and margin durability. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a broadly constructive but increasingly bifurcated view on Caterpillar, with most on the Street acknowledging stronger execution in Power Gen and core machinery, while debating how much of this strength is already embedded in the valuation.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Nov 23
CAT: Future Performance Will Balance Demand Momentum And Rising Tariff Headwinds
Caterpillar's analyst price target has increased from $559 to $588. This reflects growing confidence among analysts due to strong recent earnings and an improved demand outlook across key segments.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Nov 05
CAT: Fair Value Will Reflect Mixed Cycle Outlook Amid New Demand and Tariff Risks
Caterpillar's fair value estimate has increased by over $60 to $559, as analysts cite strong Q3 earnings, improved margins, and sustained demand, which are driving a higher price target for the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports reflect a wide range of opinions on Caterpillar's outlook, with both bullish and bearish case elements evident following the company's strong quarterly performance and evolving macroeconomic conditions.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Oct 22
Analysts Debate Caterpillar Outlook as Price Targets Rise and Valuation Climbs Amid New Risks
The analyst price target for Caterpillar has increased from approximately $468 to $498. Analysts cite resilient margins, improved inventory management, and expectations for continued earnings growth despite ongoing tariff headwinds as key drivers of this upward revision.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Oct 08
Global Infrastructure Expansion Will Drive Equipment Renewal Cycle
Analysts have modestly increased their fair value estimate for Caterpillar to approximately $468. They cite stronger-than-expected operating margins, resilience against tariff pressures, and continued robust demand as supporting factors.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Sep 23
Global Infrastructure Expansion Will Drive Equipment Renewal Cycle
Caterpillar’s consensus price target was raised to $458.91 as analysts grow more confident in operational momentum, resilient margins, and the potential for earnings recovery in 2025 despite tariff headwinds and some downward EPS revisions from bears. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are raising price targets based on strong Q2 results, resilient construction equipment margins, and successful management of dealer inventories, suggesting continued operational momentum despite tariff pressures.Aggiornamento della narrazione • Aug 07
Global Infrastructure Expansion Will Drive Equipment Renewal Cycle
Caterpillar’s fair value estimate remains steady at $426.17, as both its future P/E ratio and consensus revenue growth forecasts show no significant change. What's in the News Caterpillar, Joule Capital Partners, and Wheeler Machinery Co. agreed to power Joule's Utah data center campus with Caterpillar's advanced generator sets, integrated cooling and power solutions, and substantial grid-forming battery energy storage, emphasizing fast deployment and comprehensive support.Articolo di analisi • Aug 07
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) Just Reported And Analysts Have Been Lifting Their Price Targets
NYSE:CAT 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Caterpillar's Fair Values from the Community and select yours As you...Articolo di analisi • Jul 18
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT)
Key Insights Caterpillar's estimated fair value is US$520 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With US$418 share...Articolo di analisi • Jul 06
Why Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) Could Be Worth Watching
Caterpillar Inc. ( NYSE:CAT ) saw a significant share price rise of 45% in the past couple of months on the NYSE. The...Articolo di analisi • Jun 24
The Price Is Right For Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT)
It's not a stretch to say that Caterpillar Inc.'s ( NYSE:CAT ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 17.3x right now...Articolo di analisi • Jun 10
Is Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) A Risky Investment?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Seeking Alpha • Apr 15
Caterpillar: This Cat Is Out Of Lives For Now (Rating Downgrade)
Summary Caterpillar offers competitive advantages like scale, a strong brand, and global reach, making it a proxy for global economic growth. Despite cyclicality, Caterpillar's valuation is reasonable, with a price-to-earnings ratio below the historical average and potential for mid-single-digit EPS growth. The company's diversified revenue streams and exposure to secular trends like renewable energy and defense investments bolster its long-term prospects. Yet, CAT stock is sell rated because it was so overvalued at $400 a share; $300 a share still does not bring it into range for us in the current environment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 06
Caterpillar Vs. Deere: Which One Is The Better Buy Amidst Tariffs?
Summary Tariffs are spreading fear among investors and pushing for an increase in domestic manufacturing activity. Caterpillar and Deere are two iconic American manufacturers that will be partly affected by tariffs. In this article, I compare the two stocks to assess which one is the better pick right now. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 12
Caterpillar: Diversification Without Diworsification; Home Depot Looks Healthy, So Do Others
Summary I would like to diversify my Caterpillar stock holdings while avoiding diworsification. Tax efficiency is crucial; strategies include tax lot harvesting and using timing to avoid capital gains. A list of high-quality dividend-growth stocks is evaluated based on historical and future fair values, and also on future growth and dividend growth. After filtering and ranking, HD, LOW, and SNA offer solid income replacement potential and can match CAT's performance, making them suitable for diversification. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 06
Caterpillar: Good Long-Term Story, But Near-Term Woes Keep Me On The Sidelines
Summary Caterpillar benefits from long-term tailwinds like the IIJA, increased mining demand, and data center energy needs, but faces short-term macroeconomic headwinds. CAT's valuation appears cheap at a 16x forward P/E ratio, but margin normalization and tariff impacts suggest caution before investing. Historical patterns show CAT's stock typically drops 34% during slowdowns; the current drawdown is ~20%, indicating potential further decline. I recommend a hold rating, waiting for better buying opportunities as CAT's stock price aligns with historical drawdowns and margin pressures materialize. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRipartizione dei ricavi e delle spese
Ripartizione dei ricavi e delle spese
Come Caterpillar guadagna e spende denaro. In base agli ultimi utili dichiarati, su base LTM.
Storico di utili e ricavi
| Data | Ricavi | Utili | Spese G+A | Spese di R&S |
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| 31 Mar 26 | 70,755 | 9,430 | 5,978 | 2,205 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 67,589 | 8,884 | 5,800 | 2,148 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 64,671 | 9,273 | 5,835 | 2,105 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 63,139 | 9,437 | 5,713 | 2,083 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 63,259 | 9,939 | 5,706 | 2,067 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 64,809 | 10,792 | 5,716 | 2,107 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 65,664 | 10,677 | 5,804 | 2,142 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 66,368 | 11,007 | 5,765 | 2,163 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 66,997 | 11,248 | 5,697 | 2,156 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 67,060 | 10,335 | 5,619 | 2,108 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 66,587 | 9,113 | 4,759 | 1,955 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 64,771 | 8,360 | 4,527 | 1,877 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 61,700 | 7,111 | 4,322 | 1,829 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 59,427 | 6,705 | 4,110 | 1,814 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 56,628 | 7,371 | 3,802 | 1,852 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 54,031 | 6,756 | 3,633 | 1,803 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 52,673 | 6,496 | 3,535 | 1,769 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 50,971 | 6,489 | 3,433 | 1,686 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 48,408 | 5,149 | 4,470 | 1,621 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 45,892 | 4,391 | 4,297 | 1,538 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 43,000 | 3,436 | 4,101 | 1,433 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 41,748 | 2,998 | 3,957 | 1,415 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 43,657 | 3,316 | 4,169 | 1,427 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 46,534 | 4,142 | 4,377 | 1,514 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 50,969 | 5,304 | 4,555 | 1,614 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 53,800 | 6,093 | 4,796 | 1,693 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 54,998 | 6,043 | 4,870 | 1,773 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 55,750 | 6,276 | 4,851 | 1,821 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 55,329 | 6,363 | 4,906 | 1,842 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 54,722 | 6,147 | 4,806 | 1,850 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 53,276 | 3,800 | 4,421 | 1,882 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 51,179 | 3,132 | 4,457 | 1,864 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 48,499 | 2,227 | 4,491 | 1,860 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 45,462 | 754 | 4,425 | 1,842 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 42,140 | 882 | 4,515 | 1,866 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 39,887 | 106 | 4,288 | 1,858 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 38,898 | -146 | 4,099 | 1,868 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 38,537 | -67 | 4,476 | 1,853 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 39,993 | 1,010 | 3,890 | 2,001 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 41,795 | 1,286 | 4,026 | 2,061 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 43,770 | 1,538 | 4,196 | 2,103 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 47,011 | 2,512 | 4,363 | 2,119 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 50,225 | 3,363 | 4,616 | 2,125 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 52,812 | 3,821 | 4,900 | 2,145 |
Guadagni di qualità: CAT ha guadagni di alta qualità.
Margine di profitto in crescita: Gli attuali margini di profitto netti di CAT (13.3%) sono inferiori rispetto allo scorso anno (15.7%).
Flusso di cassa libero e analisi degli utili
Analisi della crescita degli utili nel passato
Andamento degli utili: Gli utili di CAT sono cresciuti del 14.6% all'anno negli ultimi 5 anni.
Accelerare la crescita: CAT ha avuto una crescita negativa degli utili nell'ultimo anno, quindi non può essere confrontata con la sua media quinquennale.
Guadagni vs Settore: CAT ha avuto una crescita negativa degli utili ( -5.1% ) nell'ultimo anno, rendendo difficile il confronto con la media del settore Machinery ( 1.6% ).
Rendimento del capitale proprio
ROE elevato: Sebbene il Return on Equity ( 50.52% ) di CAT sia eccezionale, questa metrica è distorta a causa del loro elevato livello di debito.
Rendimento delle attività
Rendimento del capitale investito
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Analisi aziendale e situazione dei dati finanziari
| Dati | Ultimo aggiornamento (ora UTC) |
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| Analisi dell'azienda | 2026/05/22 15:18 |
| Prezzo dell'azione a fine giornata | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Utili | 2026/03/31 |
| Utili annuali | 2025/12/31 |
Fonti dei dati
I dati utilizzati nella nostra analisi aziendale provengono da S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. I seguenti dati sono utilizzati nel nostro modello di analisi per generare questo report. I dati sono normalizzati, il che può comportare un ritardo nella disponibilità della fonte.
| Pacchetto | Dati | Tempistica | Esempio Fonte USA * |
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| Dati finanziari della società | 10 anni |
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| Stime di consenso degli analisti | +3 anni |
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| Prezzi di mercato | 30 anni |
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| Proprietà | 10 anni |
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| Gestione | 10 anni |
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| Sviluppi principali | 10 anni |
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* Esempio per i titoli statunitensi, per i titoli non statunitensi si utilizzano forme e fonti normative equivalenti.
Se non specificato, tutti i dati finanziari si basano su un periodo annuale ma vengono aggiornati trimestralmente. Si tratta dei cosiddetti dati TTM (Trailing Twelve Month) o LTM (Last Twelve Month). Per saperne di più.
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Metriche di settore e industriali
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Fonti analitiche
Caterpillar Inc. è coperta da 62 analisti. 19 di questi analisti ha fornito le stime di fatturato o di utile utilizzate come input per il nostro report. Le stime degli analisti vengono aggiornate nel corso della giornata.
| Analista | Istituzione |
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| John Eade | Argus Research Company |
| Mircea Dobre | Baird |
| Adam Seiden | Barclays |