Caterpillar Inc.
CATIndustrialsNASDAQFarm & Heavy Construction Machinery · Last scanned Oct 24, 2026
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Daily timeframeCaterpillar Inc. provides construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives in the United States and internationally. The $315.80B market capitalization puts CAT squarely in mega-cap range for its industry. The Construction Industries segment offers asphalt pavers, cold planers, compactors, forestry machines, material handlers, motor graders, pipelayers, road reclaimers, telehandlers, track-type tractors, and track and wheel excavators; backhoe, compact track, skid steer, track-type, and wheel loaders; and related parts and work tools.
Market Cap
$315.80B
Beta
1.58
P/E (TTM)
29.57
P/E (Fwd)
21.08
EPS (TTM)
$23.23
EPS (Fwd)
$32.59
ROE
57.0%
ROA
9.0%
Cash
$5.94B
Total Debt
$45.15B
Free CF
$5.05B
52W Change
31.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CAT stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, CAT finished 13.98% below its 150-day moving average ($843.74) and 9.83% below its 200-day moving average ($804.94). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CAT overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, CAT's RSI(14) was 26.5, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $5.94B in cash, though total debt stands at $45.15B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $5.05B supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 57.0%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 9.0% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $59.43B to $67.59B.
A beta of 1.58 means CAT is more volatile than average. Investors should be prepared for wider price swings relative to broader indices. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Caterpillar Inc. and its sector.