Welcome to our dedicated page for Caterpillar news (Ticker: CAT), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Caterpillar stock.
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) generates a steady flow of news that reflects its role in construction machinery manufacturing, mining equipment, power systems and industrial technology. On this page, readers can follow company announcements that range from leadership changes and strategic plans to developments in Industrial AI, autonomy and digital solutions such as the Cat AI Assistant.
Recent Caterpillar news has highlighted leadership transitions at the board and segment levels, including updates on the Chairman of the Board role and changes in the Construction Industries segment. These items provide insight into how the company structures its governance and segment leadership to support its global operations.
Caterpillar also issues news about technology collaborations and product-related initiatives. Examples include an expanded collaboration with NVIDIA to equip construction, mining and power equipment with AI capabilities, and the launch of Cat AI Assistant as an AI-based solution that connects Caterpillar equipment and digital applications through a conversational interface. The company has showcased these developments at major events such as CES, where it has presented its vision for Industrial AI and autonomous machines.
In addition, Caterpillar news covers topics such as investor day presentations, dividend declarations and philanthropic activities through the Caterpillar Foundation, including United Way campaigns and workforce development grants. Together, these updates provide a view into Caterpillar's strategic direction, financial policies, community engagement and technology roadmap.
Investors, industry professionals and observers can use this news feed to monitor Caterpillar's announcements over time, track key themes such as AI, autonomy and power systems, and understand how the company communicates its priorities across its Construction Industries, Resource Industries, Power & Energy and Financial Products segments.
Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) appears in a market commentary highlighting five firms central to a U.S. rare‑earth revival across mining, metallization, magnet production and recycling. Key facts: USAR secured $3.1B combined funding; REalloys plans 600 tpa metallization and a 3,000–18,000 tpa magnet facility; CRML has a $1.5B JV and $120M EXIM support. The piece stresses supply risks ahead of 2027 U.S. procurement rules and growing circular recovery efforts from Apple and Microsoft.
Atlas Energy Solutions (NYSE: AESI) executed a Global Framework Agreement with Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) to secure ~1.4 gigawatts of incremental power-generation assets with orders slated for 2027–2029. Atlas forecasts to own and operate ~2.0 GW by 2030 and committed ~$840 million in aggregate purchases.
The capacity will use CG260-16 and G3520 series gas generator sets for behind-the-meter and bridge-power deployments. Atlas will post a Long-Term Power Strategy investor presentation today on its IR site.
Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) announced global competitions and a workforce initiative to elevate skilled trades, naming Tom March the 2026 Global Dealer Technician Challenge champion and Brian Hayden the 2026 Global Operator Challenge world champion.
The company highlighted a projected need for more than 38,000 technicians by 2028, and launched the Building the Future Workforce Initiative including a five-year, $25 million innovation challenge beginning spring 2026 as part of a broader $100 million commitment.
Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) unveiled expanded AI, autonomy, rental and compact-equipment offerings at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 on March 2, 2026. Highlights include the Cat AI Assistant, the first autonomous soil compactor Cat CS12, Cat Compact for small contractors, refreshed Cat Rentals, new C3.6 and C13D engines, and enhanced service commitments.
Programs emphasize fleet connectivity via VisionLink, dealer support, next-day parts and two-day repairs, plus global operator and technician competitions.
ElevenEs completed a first closing of its Series B round with backing from Caterpillar Venture Capital and an affiliate of BST (HK), funding initial infrastructure and equipment for a planned 1 GWh LFP battery cell mega-factory in Subotica, Serbia.
Construction begins February 2026, first cell deliveries expected in 2027, facility ~25,000 m² and a >350-person workforce; ElevenEs will scale LFP Edge cells from pilot to mass production.
Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) announced that CEO Joe Creed and Construction Industries Group President Rod Shurman will participate in a fireside chat at CONEXPO in Las Vegas on Thursday, March 5, 2026, beginning at approximately 8:00 a.m. PST at Caesar's Palace.
A real-time video webcast and a secondary webcast will be available to the public. A transcript, audio and video will be posted afterward on the company's investor relations website. Phone call-in details and media/investor contacts are provided for participation.
ElevenEs completed the first closing of its Series B round led by Caterpillar Venture Capital with participation from an affiliate of BST (HK) Ltd. Proceeds will fund initial infrastructure and equipment for a planned 1 GWh LFP battery cell mega-factory in Subotica, Serbia, with construction starting February 2026 and first cell deliveries expected in 2027.
The Phase 1 complex will span ~25,000 m², target LFP Edge blade prismatic cells, and is expected to employ over 350 people, scaling from an industrial pilot plant opened in 2023.
Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) completed the acquisition of Australian mining software company RPMGlobal (ASX: RUL) on Feb 17, 2026, following an agreement announced in October 2025. RPMGlobal, headquartered in Brisbane, will continue operating under the RPMGlobal brand while its software will be integrated with Caterpillar equipment and technology to expand data-driven mining solutions.
The move broadens Caterpillar's portfolio across the mining value chain, aiming to help customers plan, operate and manage sites more efficiently and scale digital solutions globally.
Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) CFO Andrew Bonfield will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays Industrial Select Conference in Miami on Feb. 18, 2026.
The session, hosted by Adam Seiden of Barclays, is scheduled to begin at approximately 10:25 a.m. EST. A real-time video webcast will be available to the public and transcript, audio, and video will be posted afterward on Caterpillar's investor relations website.
Cat Financial (NYSE:CAT) reported fourth-quarter 2025 revenues of $949 million (up 7% YoY) and full-year 2025 revenues of $3.63 billion (up 4% YoY). Fourth-quarter profit fell to $139 million (down 61% YoY) while profit before taxes rose to $193 million (up 38% YoY).
Retail new business volume grew to $4.07 billion in Q4 and $14.26 billion for 2025. Past dues improved to 1.37% and allowance for credit losses was $284 million (0.86% of finance receivables) at year-end.