Caterpillar Stock News

Dividend growth remains robust for select companies, with Casey's, Oil-Dri, and Matson poised for double-digit increases based on strong earnings and expansion. Caterpillar and Kroger are expected to deliver mid-to-high single-digit dividend hikes, reflecting solid but moderating earnings and macroeconomic headwinds. Target and John Wiley will likely announce minimal dividend increases, as flat...

Nobody said investing in equities was easy, and that observation certainly holds when examining the investment proposition at Caterpillar (CAT -1.25%) right now. There is a robust case for buying shares of the heavy machinery maker today, but there's one key thing investors will want to see before buying the stock.

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Dividend Aristocrats have slightly outperformed the S&P 500 year-to-date, despite underperforming in April and May. Dividend growth remains robust, with 41 of 69 Aristocrats announcing increases in 2025 and the average growth rate at 4.75%. 22 Aristocrats appear both undervalued and offer a projected long-term annualized return of at least 10%, based on dividend yield theory and earnings growth.

Dow jumps 500 points after Trump delays EU tariffs. Tech stocks and blue chips like Nike and Caterpillar lead today's US stock market rally.

I'm highlighting 6 blue-chip stocks likely to announce dividend increases in June 2025, based on their consistent historical patterns. Dividend growth is crucial for my financial freedom strategy, especially during inflationary periods; I focus on stocks with strong dividend histories. Economic uncertainty and tariffs may impact the size of dividend hikes.

Caterpillar's resilience shines as internal strengths offset sector cyclicality, despite recent sales declines and tariff headwinds. CAT reported record $5B organic backlog growth and $35B total backlog highlight robust demand, especially in Energy & Transportation. Recent stock surge reflects improved guidance and a stabilizing environment, supported by strengthened exposure to big macroeconom...

I focus on anticipating market shifts, applying a big-picture, thematic approach to find alpha where others aren't looking. Despite market fragility and high valuations, I'm actively buying cyclical dividend growth stocks before broader sentiment turns positive. Early signs of economic improvement suggest cyclical sectors, especially industrials and transportation, offer exceptional long-term r...