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Caterpillar overview

Caterpillar 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 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. Its Resource Industries segment provides electric rope and hydraulic shovels, draglines, rotary drills, hard rock vehicles, mining trucks, wheel loaders, off-highway and articulated trucks, wide-body trucks, wheel tractor scrapers and dozers, and landfill and soil compactors; machinery components, and wear and maintenance components; and technology products and services for fleet management, equipment management analytics, autonomous machine capabilities, safety services, and mining performance solutions. The Energy & Transportation segment offers reciprocating engine powered generator sets; reciprocating engines, drivetrain, and integrated systems and solutions; centrifugal gas compressors and related services; and diesel-electric locomotive components, and other rail-related products. Its Financial Products segment provides operating and finance leases, revolving charge accounts, installment sale contracts, repair/rebuild financing, working capital loans, and wholesale financing; and insurance and risk management products and services. The All Other segment offers parts distribution; logistics and distribution services; electronics and control systems; dealer portfolio management; brand management and marketing strategy; and digital investment services. It also provides mining software solutions. The company was formerly known as Caterpillar Tractor Co. Caterpillar Inc. was incorporated in 1925 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.

Caterpillar price performance over time

Historical closes compared with the last close of US$895.69

Is it a good time to buy Caterpillar stock?

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Caterpillar share price volatility

Over the last 12 months, Caterpillar's shares have ranged in value from as little as US$319.8484 up to US$931.35. A popular way to gauge a stock's volatility is its "beta".

Beta measures a share's volatility in relation to the market. The market ( average) beta is 1, while Caterpillar's is 1.625. This would suggest that Caterpillar's shares are more volatile than the average for this exchange and represent, relatively speaking, a higher risk (but potentially also market-beating returns).

Caterpillar financials

TTM: trailing 12 months

Caterpillar share dividends

Dividend payout ratio: 29.65% of net profits

Recently Caterpillar has paid out, on average, around 29.65% of net profits as dividends. That has enabled analysts to estimate a "forward annual dividend yield" of 0.65% of the current stock value. This means that over a year, based on recent payouts (which are sadly no guarantee of future payouts), Caterpillar shareholders could enjoy a 0.65% return on their shares, in the form of dividend payments. In Caterpillar's case, that would currently equate to about 6.04 per share.

While Caterpillar's payout ratio might seem fairly standard, it's worth remembering that Caterpillar may be investing much of the rest of its net profits in future growth.

Caterpillar's most recent dividend payout was on 18 May 2026. The latest dividend was paid out to all shareholders who bought their shares by 19 April 2026 (the "ex-dividend date").

Have Caterpillar's shares ever split?

Caterpillar's shares were split on a 2:1 basis on 13 July 2005. So if you had owned 1 share the day before the split, the next day you would own 2 shares. This wouldn't directly have changed the overall worth of your Caterpillar shares - just the quantity. However, indirectly, the new 50% lower share price could have impacted the market appetite for Caterpillar shares which in turn could have impacted Caterpillar's share price.

Frequently asked questions

• Is Caterpillar listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)?

  No, Caterpillar is not listed on the ASX. It’s traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol CAT. To buy Caterpillar shares from Australia, you’ll need a broker that offers access to US markets.

• Can I buy Caterpillar shares in Australian dollars?

  You can fund your account in Australian dollars, but when you buy Caterpillar shares, the transaction will be executed in US dollars. Many brokers automatically handle the currency conversion for you, but fees and exchange rates will vary depending on the provider.

• Does Caterpillar pay dividends?

  Yes, Caterpillar has a long history of paying regular dividends to its shareholders. Payments are typically made quarterly in US dollars. If you own the shares through an Australian broker, dividends will usually be converted into Australian dollars before being deposited into your account.

• What factors affect Caterpillar’s share price?

  Caterpillar’s share price is influenced by global demand for construction and mining equipment, commodity prices, global infrastructure spending and broader economic conditions. Additionally, exchange rates, interest rates and company performance reports can also affect the share price.

• Is Caterpillar a good long-term investment?

  Caterpillar is considered a cyclical stock, meaning its performance tends to rise and fall with the global economy. It can be a solid long-term holding for investors seeking exposure to industrial growth and dividend income, but it may be more volatile during economic downturns.

• How do I receive Caterpillar dividends as an Australian investor?

  If you hold Caterpillar shares through an international broker, dividends are automatically credited to your account in US dollars and may be converted into AUD, depending on your broker’s policy. You may also be subject to US withholding tax on dividend income.

• Can I buy fractional shares of Caterpillar?

  Some brokers offer fractional share trading, allowing you to buy less than one full Caterpillar share. This is useful if you’d like to invest a specific dollar amount rather than purchasing a whole share, which can make it easier to diversify your portfolio.

• Are there Australian companies similar to Caterpillar to invest in?

  Yes, Australian investors might look at companies involved in heavy machinery, engineering, or mining services, such as Worley, CIMIC Group, or Seven Group Holdings. However, each operates in different segments, so it’s important to research before investing.

• What is the minimum amount I need to invest in Caterpillar?

  The minimum amount depends on your broker’s requirements and the current share price. Some brokers have no minimum investment if they allow fractional shares, while others may require you to purchase at least one full share.

• How can I track Caterpillar’s share performance?

  You can monitor Caterpillar’s share performance through your trading platform or financial news sites. Most brokers also offer watchlists, price alerts and company news updates to help you stay informed about price movements and upcoming announcements.

• What percentage of Caterpillar is owned by insiders or institutions?

  Currently 0.223% of Caterpillar shares are held by insiders and 73.742% by institutions.

• When does the fiscal year end for Caterpillar?

  Caterpillar's fiscal year ends in December.

• Where is Caterpillar based?

  Caterpillar's address is: 5205 N. O'Connor Boulevard, Irving, TX, United States, 75039

• What is Caterpillar's ISIN number?

  Caterpillar's international securities identification number is: US1491231015

• What is Caterpillar's CUSIP number?

  Caterpillar's Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures number is: 149123101