Caterpillar Inc
NYSE:CAT

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Price: 361.98 USD -1.11% Market Closed
Market Cap: 174.8B USD
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Operating Margin
Caterpillar Inc

22.7%
Current
18%
Average
6.8%
Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin
22.7%
=
Operating Profit
14.9B
/
Revenue
65.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country US
Market Cap 176.2B USD
Operating Margin
23%
Country US
Market Cap 54.9B USD
Operating Margin
17%
Country SE
Market Cap 541.3B SEK
Operating Margin
13%
Country US
Market Cap 48B USD
Operating Margin
10%
Country US
Market Cap 32.8B USD
Operating Margin
16%
Country CN
Market Cap 232.2B CNY
Operating Margin
6%
Country DE
Market Cap 28.7B EUR
Operating Margin
9%
Country JP
Market Cap 3.9T JPY
Operating Margin
15%
Country JP
Market Cap 3.6T JPY
Operating Margin
5%
Country CN
Market Cap 161.8B CNY
Operating Margin
1%
Country SE
Market Cap 232.1B SEK
Operating Margin
20%
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Caterpillar Inc
Glance View

Market Cap
174.8B USD
Industry
Machinery
Economic Moat
Wide

Caterpillar Inc. has a storied history embedded within the rugged landscapes and bustling urban environments powered by its machines. Born out of the merger between the Holt Manufacturing Company and the C. L. Best Tractor Company in 1925, Caterpillar has since played a crucial role in advancing construction, mining, agriculture, and forestry industries across the globe. Known universally by its striking yellow machinery, the company's core operations revolve around designing, manufacturing, and selling construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. These pieces of heavy machinery are the backbone of numerous industries that build and maintain essential infrastructure, from roads and bridges to power plants and vast mining operations. Caterpillar's business model is layered with multiple revenue streams, anchored by the sale and leasing of new equipment, the provision of financial services, and the lucrative aftermarket parts and services segment. While the initial sale of equipment generates a significant portion of its revenue, the long-term sustainability comes from servicing these products, ensuring they remain operational in the field for many years. Through its financing arm, Caterpillar Financial Services, the company facilitates the acquisition of its heavy machinery, providing leasing and financial products that enhance client relationships and ensure steady revenue circulation. By integrating technology into its operations, Caterpillar also harnesses data analytics through its fleet management offerings, enhancing efficiency and providing clients with insightful operational data. This holistic approach not only underpins a strong competitive advantage but also solidifies Caterpillar’s reputation as a linchpin in the machinery sector.

CAT Intrinsic Value
337.91 USD
Overvaluation 7%
Intrinsic Value
Price

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What is Operating Margin?

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin
22.7%
=
Operating Profit
14.9B
/
Revenue
65.7B
What is the Operating Margin of Caterpillar Inc?

Based on Caterpillar Inc's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 22.7%.