CaterpillarNYSE: CAT

Caterpillar Inc. CAT recently reported year-over-year declines in its top and bottom lines for the third quarter of 2024, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimates. This ended CAT's stint of improved earnings for 14 straight quarters, which showed the company's resilience through challenges during these quarters, including the pandemic, supply-chain disruptions and slowdown in manufacturing.

Caterpillar's stock price on the NYSE (CAT) dropped significantly after the release of its Q3 results, but recent market trends suggest that now is a good time to invest in this stock. Despite the Q3 performance, the company's operations remain strong, which supports a positive outlook for returns on investment.

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Caterpillar Inc. had mixed results in Q3, falling short of expectations for both revenue and profit, but they remain positive about the entire fiscal year. However, the current valuation seems high, and long-term investors should monitor any changes in pricing. While the Energy & Transportation segment may boost the share price in the short term, there are issues developing in the company's other two segments.

CAT has reported Q3 earnings that are lower than anticipated because of a drop in activity in the Construction and Resource Industries sectors.

Caterpillar (CAT) shares fell on Wednesday after the construction equipment company reported disappointing results and cautioned about a decrease in demand in the industrial sector.

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) will hold its Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call on October 30, 2024, at 8:30 AM ET. The call will feature company leaders, including Ryan Fiedler, Jim Umpleby, and Andrew Bonfield, along with various participants from major financial institutions. Please note that this conference is being recorded.

Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:CAT, ETR:CAT1) has reported a profit for the third quarter that was lower than anticipated due to a decline in sales, as the demand for construction equipment continues to be weak. The company's revenue decreased by 4% in the third quarter, reaching $16.1 billion, which is mostly in line with what analysts had predicted.

Caterpillar's shares fell after they reported a rare profit shortfall, and their revenue has been below expectations for the fourth consecutive quarter.