Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) shares continued their upward trajectory, rising 3.16% to $464.9 on Thursday, marking the seventh consecutive session of gains.
The construction and mining equipment giant has gained momentum in recent days, posting steady gains across the past week. Over the past month, shares have risen 13.3%, and the stock is now up 26.26% year-to-date, significantly outperforming the broader S&P 500 Index.
Looking at Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating, CAT holds a Hold recommendation with an average score of 2.97 out of 5. The company scored A+ in profitability, B+ in momentum, but received D in valuation, growth, and D+ in revisions, reflecting mixed sentiment from investors.
Seeking Alpha analysts are cautious, rating the stock a Hold.
Turning to Wall Street, sentiment remains largely bullish. Twelve analysts have given the stock a Strong Buy, with two recommending Buy. Meanwhile, ten analysts suggest holding the stock, and one suggests a Sell.
“Despite a valuation premium, Caterpillar’s resilient services business, dealer network, and secular growth drivers justify a Buy rating for long-term investors.” an analyst said in a statement.
While another analyst pointed out, “As profitability falls and certain headwinds are expected to intensify through the rest of 2025, CAT is now trading at record high multiples.”