Caterpillar (CAT) Earnings Analysis
Caterpillar (CAT) has no confirmed upcoming earnings date. Last quarter (2026-04-30) it beat with EPS 5.54 USD vs 4.65 USD est (+19.1%). It has beaten estimates in 3/5 recent quarters (60%). Trailing P/E 44.07.
Last updated 2026-07-23 · Source: FMP fundamentals + earnings calendar (company filings); consensus from sell-side analyst grades
When does CAT next report earnings?
No confirmed upcoming earnings date is currently scheduled for CAT. This page updates as the calendar is published.
CAT earnings history — beats and misses
| Quarter (report date) | EPS actual | EPS est. | Surprise | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | 5.54 USD | 4.65 USD | +19.1% | Beat |
| 2026-01-29 | 5.16 USD | 4.71 USD | +9.6% | Beat |
| 2025-04-30 | 4.25 USD | 4.35 USD | -2.3% | Miss |
| 2025-01-30 | 5.14 USD | 5.06 USD | +1.6% | Beat |
| 2024-10-30 | 5.17 USD | 5.34 USD | -3.2% | Miss |
Beat rate: 3/5 (60%) over reported quarters with consensus data.
CAT valuation and analyst view
| Trailing P/E | 44.07 |
|---|---|
| Trailing EPS | 20.326 USD |
| Price / book | 22.09 |
| Dividend yield | 0.69% |
| Market cap | 413.83B |
| Analyst consensus | Buy (31 buy / 21 hold / 4 sell) |
| Avg price target | 1,020.82 USD |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Caterpillar (CAT)'s next earnings date?
No confirmed upcoming earnings date is currently scheduled for CAT. This page updates as the calendar is published.
Did CAT beat earnings last quarter?
In its 2026-04-30 report, CAT posted EPS of 5.54 USD versus a 4.65 USD estimate — a beat of 19.1%.
What is CAT's earnings track record?
Over the last 5 reported quarters with consensus data, CAT beat estimates 3 times (60%).
What is CAT's current P/E ratio and EPS?
CAT trades at a trailing P/E of 44.07 on trailing EPS of 20.3258523953388 USD.
What do analysts rate CAT?
Analyst consensus is "Buy" across 56 ratings (0 strong buy, 31 buy, 21 hold, 4 sell, 0 strong sell). Average 12-month price target: 1020.82 USD.