CaterpillarNYSE: CAT

Seeing Machines Limited (AIM: SEE) has signed a new master licence and marketing agreement with global mining equipment giant Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:CAT, ETR:CAT1), securing a $16.5 million upfront payment. This renews a previous deal for the company's in-cab Guardian driver monitoring tech set to expire in August and extends the collaboration between the two companies for another five years.

Norway's largest pension fund KLP said on Wednesday it will no longer invest in Caterpillar Inc because of risk that equipment sold by the U.S. group to Israel is used to demolish Palestinian homes and infrastructure, including in the Gaza war.

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In the most recent trading session, Caterpillar (CAT) closed at $325.14, indicating a +0.85% shift from the previous trading day.

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Caterpillar has a growth opportunity from the energy transition and the growth of its services revenue. Infrastructure spending and mining capital investment are vital drivers for Caterpillar's end demand.

This company is riding a powerful tailwind that is lifting construction spending worldwide.

Caterpillar stock has risen multifold in recent years, backed by steady sales and cash-flow growth. Favorable end markets and a strong balance sheet should drive the stock higher.