Caterpillar NYSE:CAT 株式レポート

Key Takeaways Weak construction activity in Europe and Asia/Pacific could suppress future revenues and earnings in Construction Industries. Pricing pressures and dealer rental fleet issues challenge margins and sales, impacting predictable revenue in multiple segments.

Key Takeaways Shrinking stock buybacks will turn away investors who are seeking guaranteed capital returns. Caterpillar being late to electrify and automate their heavy machinery could see customers shift to more technologically advanced competitors.

Key Takeaways Government spending on energy and infrastructure globally will be the biggest growth drivers Market will re-rate CAT to industry PE of 20.2x, up from 15.6x as growth becomes appreciated Buyback program will support price appreciation of 5+% per year Industry is expected to grow earnings by 13% annually, but CAT won’t grow as quickly CAT can grow earnings by 5.75% annually to reach $10.4B in 2028 Catalysts Company Catalysts Growth in Latin American development projects For the company, regional development and government programs should be monitored because developing markets like LATAM and Asia Pacific have a lot more economic growth avenues to cover and require supporting machinery to build commercial, residential and industry projects. A well-established brand like CAT may be in a good position to secure new long-term public and private projects.

Bullsu Increased infrastructure spending in the US and emerging markets will lead to more construction equipment purchases, substantially boosting Caterpillar's sales growth. Higher fixed-asset investment growth in China strengthens support for increased investment in mining capital expenditures, benefiting Caterpillar.