Should you buy Caterpillar stock now?
The technical signal for Caterpillar is currently NEUTRAL. Caterpillar trades at $869.10 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -24.860 with falling momentum (signal: -24.570); RSI is at 47.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $963.56 points to 10.9% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Caterpillar stock?
The average analyst price target for Caterpillar is $963.56. The current price is $869.10, which gives an upside of 10.9%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $867.20 and $1,059.92.
Is Caterpillar a dividend stock?
Yes, Caterpillar is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.73%. The latest dividend was $1.63 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 7/20/2026. The payout ratio is 25.9%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/19/2026.
When does Caterpillar pay a dividend in 2026?
Caterpillar pays its next dividend on 8/19/2026. The latest dividend was $1.63 per share with an ex-dividend date of 7/20/2026. The dividend yield is 0.73%. The payout ratio of 25.9% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Caterpillar stock?
Caterpillar is rated as a stock with moderate risk. the annual standard deviation is 39.5%, which classifies the stock as moderate risk.
Is Caterpillar overvalued?
No, Caterpillar is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (10.9% upside). Caterpillar has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 42.9 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 5.7, a P/B ratio of 20.1. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 10.9%.
Is Caterpillar overbought?
No, Caterpillar is not overbought. RSI is at 47.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 47.6 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.9% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Caterpillar earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Caterpillar has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Caterpillar shorted?
Yes, Caterpillar is shorted with 2.0% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Caterpillar stock?
No, insiders are not buying Caterpillar shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 6 sales. On a net basis, 42,548,881 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 1 purchases and 19 sales, with a net 106,318,373 $ sold. Active sellers include Johnson Denise C, Schaupp William E, Pambianchi Christine M and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Caterpillar a good stock?
Based on our total score, Caterpillar is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 55 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 20/100, Quality: 86/100, Momentum: 60/100. In addition: analysts see 10.9% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.73%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Caterpillar is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Caterpillar stock?
The outlook for Caterpillar based on current data: the average analyst price target is $963.56 (+10.9%); the P/E ratio is 42.9 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Caterpillar stock moving?
Caterpillar is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Caterpillar go?
The average analyst price target for Caterpillar is $963.56, which corresponds to a potential gain of 10.9% from the current price of $869.10. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Caterpillar fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Caterpillar. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Caterpillar do?
Caterpillar Inc. laver og sælger de maskiner, der bygger verden. De tjener primært penge på at producere udstyr til byggeri og minedrift globalt. Virksomheden er kendt for deres store gule maskiner, og de driver en stor forretning med dieselmotorer og gasturbiner.
Inden for b... The company belongs to the Industri sector, more specifically the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Caterpillar as an investment.
Did Caterpillar raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Caterpillar. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Caterpillar making money or losing money?
Yes, Caterpillar is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 13.3% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 18.2%. At a P/E ratio of 42.9, you currently pay 42.9 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Caterpillar go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Caterpillar is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 4.28 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 9 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 350% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Caterpillar have a lot of debt?
Yes, Caterpillar has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 350%. For the industri sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.
