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Atlas Energy signs framework agreement with CAT for power generation assets through 2029

wpadmin — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:37:26 +0000

Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI) on Tuesday said it signed a global framework agreement with Caterpillar (CAT) to secure about 1.4 gigawatts of incremental power generation assets, with orders scheduled between 2027 and 2029.
The company expects to own and operate around 2.0 gigawatts of power generation assets by 2030 after deploying the equipment.
Under the agreement, Atlas will provide rolling demand forecasts and commit to aggregate purchase obligations of about $840 million over the term, while Caterpillar will reserve corresponding manufacturing capacity.
The equipment portfolio includes natural gas reciprocating generator sets such as CG260-16 stationary units designed for behind-the-meter deployments and G3520 series units suitable for behind-the-meter and bridge power applications.
Atlas said the assets will support the development of its private grid systems.
CAT -0.08% premarket to $704.2.
Source: Press Release

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Caterpillar anticipates sales growth near top of 5%-7% range in 2026 driven by record $51B backlog

wpadmin — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:43:41 +0000

Earnings Call Insights: Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Q4 2025

Management View

CEO Joseph Creed highlighted that “our Centennial year marked a significant milestone, and we achieved full year sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, the highest in Caterpillar’s history.” Creed emphasized robust MP&E free cash flow of $9.5 billion, deployment of $7.9 billion to shareholders, and a record backlog of $51 billion, up 71% year-over-year. He stated that “sales and revenues were $19.1 billion, an all-time record for a single quarter,” with an 18% increase versus the previous year, driven by higher volumes across all segments. Volume growth was especially notable in Power and Energy, where sales to users rose 37% and power generation grew 44%.
Creed reported that full-year adjusted operating profit margin was 17.2% and adjusted profit per share was $19.06. He noted that the company ended 2025 with 827 autonomous haul trucks, up from 690 in 2024, and that power generation sales exceeded $10 billion, growing over 30% year-over-year.
He introduced the 2026 outlook: “we anticipate full year sales and revenues to grow around the top of the 5% to 7% long-term compound annual growth rate target,” backed by the record backlog. Approximately 62% of the backlog is expected to deliver in the next 12 months.
The company showcased new technology at CES 2026, including the Cat AI Assistant, and pledged $25 million to workforce development.
CFO Andrew R. Bonfield stated: “Sales and revenues of $19.1 billion reflected an 18% increase versus the prior year. As Joe noted, this was an all-time quarterly record. Adjusted operating profit was $3.0 billion, and our adjusted operating profit margin was 15.6%. We generated strong MP&E free cash flow of $3.7 billion in the quarter and $9.5 billion for the full year.”

Outlook

Creed projected that full-year 2026 sales and revenues will grow “around the top of the 5% to 7% CAGR target on higher volume and favorable price realization.” All three segments are expected to benefit from approximately 2% positive price realization and continued growth in services revenues. Full-year adjusted operating profit margin should “exceed 2025 levels but remain near the bottom of the target range” due to ongoing tariffs and investment in growth strategy. MP&E free cash flow is expected to be slightly lower than 2025, reflecting increased capital expenditures. Capital expenditures are projected at $3.5 billion, driven by capacity expansion.
Bonfield stated that incremental tariff costs are expected to be around $2.6 billion in 2026, $800 million higher than 2025, and that “if we did not take the actions we plan to take in 2026, this bill will be around 20% higher.”

Financial Results

Sales and revenues for Q4 were $19.1 billion. Adjusted operating profit was $3.0 billion, with an adjusted operating profit margin of 15.6%.
Adjusted profit per share in Q4 was $5.16. For the full year, adjusted profit per share reached $19.06. MP&E free cash flow for the year totaled $9.5 billion.
Construction Industries sales increased 15% in Q4 to $6.9 billion, with profit of $1.0 billion and margin at 14.9%, affected by a 600 basis points tariff impact. Resource Industries sales rose 13% to $3.4 billion, with profit of $360 million and margin at 10.7%, pressured by tariffs. Power and Energy sales jumped 23% to $9.4 billion, with profit of $1.8 billion and margin expanding to 19.6%.
The company returned $7.9 billion to shareholders in 2025 through share repurchases and dividends.

Q&A

Mircea Dobre, Robert W. Baird: Asked about backlog visibility and margin management with cost and tariffs. Creed explained the record $51 billion backlog and said, “for those type of orders, we have frame agreements for a lot of customers. Those will have inflationary indices tied in there for pricing.”
Michael Feniger, BofA Securities: Inquired about the 50 gigawatt power target and capacity risk. Creed responded that capacity planning considers all industries, not just data centers, and aims for service growth with prime power and gas compression.
David Raso, Evercore ISI: Questioned why sales growth guidance did not match order momentum. Bonfield clarified that the sales guide is based on current capacity, and that a $1 billion-plus dealer inventory build in Q1 2026 is a key factor.
Tami Zakaria, JPMorgan: Asked about the battery energy storage mix in the AIP order. Creed said, “most of that order is going to be in generators and natural gas generators,” with batteries a small portion.
Charles Albert Dillard, Bernstein: Asked if Power & Energy revenue momentum could continue at 2025’s 30% growth rate. Creed emphasized, “it’s not a demand issue for us. It’s really going to be, can we bring on supply faster.”
Jamie Cook, Truist Securities: Asked about backlog growth sustainability and market share gains. Creed said, “we outpaced the industry in CI. I think we are definitely a market leader in power and energy.”
Jerry Revich, Wells Fargo: Inquired about turbine business and capacity ramp. Creed said, “solar had a record year in 2025. We expect something comparable in 2026.”
Robert Wertheimer, Melius Research: Asked about the Monarch data center project and efficiency. Creed discussed configuring solutions to customer needs, using waste heat for cooling, and a robust quoting pipeline.
Kristen Owen, Oppenheimer: Sought demand drivers in Construction Industries. Creed highlighted North American strength, data center build-out, and merchandising programs supporting market share gains.

Sentiment Analysis

Analysts focused on backlog strength, capacity constraints, and margin sustainability, often pressing on risk of overcapacity, pricing, and competitive positioning, reflecting a slightly positive but cautious tone based on the extraordinary backlog and order flow.
Management maintained a confident tone, frequently referencing record results, strong execution, and robust demand, but acknowledged supply constraints and tariff pressures. Creed repeatedly highlighted market leadership and strategic investments, showing confidence in future growth. During Q&A, management provided detailed explanations, with little defensiveness or hesitation.
Compared to the previous quarter, management’s tone remained confident, while analysts’ questions shifted more toward sustainability of growth and backlog conversion.

Quarter-over-Quarter Comparison

Guidance language in Q4 2025 emphasized growth near the top of the 5%-7% CAGR, supported by a $51 billion backlog, while the previous quarter called for modest growth and improved outlook.
Strategic focus shifted to capacity expansion and technology investment, especially in response to rising Power & Energy demand and data center infrastructure.
Analysts’ focus moved from understanding backlog drivers to scrutinizing backlog conversion, margin pressures from tariffs, and ability to meet demand.
Key metrics rose sharply: backlog climbed from $39.8 billion in Q3 to $51 billion in Q4, quarterly revenues hit $19.1 billion from $17.6 billion previously, and Power & Energy sales surged.
Management’s confidence increased, with a greater focus on technology and services expansion.
Analysts’ sentiment remained cautiously optimistic but more focused on potential overcapacity and margin risks.

Risks and Concerns

Management cited $2.6 billion in expected incremental tariff costs for 2026, up $800 million year-over-year, with mitigation actions underway but facing limits.
Capacity constraints could cap sales in Power and Energy despite strong demand, and the ability to ramp supply and bring new capacity online is critical.
Analysts raised concerns about overcapacity if data center demand slows, the risk of backlog conversion delays, and the impact of tariffs on margins, with management emphasizing inflation escalators and supply planning.

Final Takeaway

Caterpillar delivered record sales, revenues, and backlog in 2025, with strong volume growth in Power and Energy and continued strength in Construction Industries. Management projects 2026 sales and revenues growth around the top of the 5%-7% range, supported by a robust $51 billion backlog. Margin performance will be shaped by higher tariffs and capacity investments, but the company remains confident in its ability to deliver profitable growth and sustain market leadership across its core segments.

Read the full Earnings Call Transcript

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Caterpillar sales jump on AI-driven power demand as results top estimates

wpadmin — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:58:44 +0000

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) shares rose 3.8% in premarket trading Thursday after the company reported quarterly results that beat Wall Street expectations, helped by strength in its power and energy business as data center demand lifted power generation sales.

The maker of heavy machinery said fourth-quarter sales and revenues rose to $19.1 billion, up 18% from $16.2 billion a year earlier, and above the consensus estimate of $17.76 billion. Earnings adjusted for one-time items were $5.16 a share, ahead of analysts’ expectation for $4.71 a share.

Net income fell to $2.46 billion, or $5.12 a share, from $2.75 billion, or $5.78 a share.

Caterpillar (CAT) said operating profit margin was 13.9% in the quarter, down from 18.0% a year earlier, reflecting higher manufacturing costs and restructuring charges. Adjusted operating profit margin was 15.6%, compared with 18.3% in the year-earlier period.

“Our centennial year marked a significant milestone, underscored by the highest full-year sales and revenues in Caterpillar’s history and a single-quarter record of $19.1 billion,” Chief Executive Joe Creed said in the earnings release.

Power & energy growth led by data center engines

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) said power and energy sales climbed 23% to $9.4 billion. Within that segment, power generation revenue jumped 44% to $3.24 billion, driven by higher sales of large reciprocating engines that the company said were primarily tied to data-center applications. The segment also benefited from higher turbine and turbine-related services sales, along with gains in oil and gas.

Power and energy segment profit rose 25% to $1.84 billion, with Caterpillar (CAT) citing higher sales volume and favorable price realization, partly offset by higher manufacturing costs that it said primarily reflected the impact of higher tariffs.

Caterpillar (CAT) said consolidated sales were higher across its three primary segments. Construction Industries sales rose 15% to $6.93 billion, Resource Industries increased 13% to $3.35 billion and Power & Energy led the gains.

Margins pressured by tariffs and restructuring costs

Operating profit for Caterpillar (CAT) fell 9% to $2.66 billion. The company said the decline was driven by unfavorable manufacturing costs of $1.03 billion and higher restructuring costs of $282 million, partly offset by the profit impact of higher sales volume.

Caterpillar (CAT) said higher restructuring costs were mainly related to write-downs in the value of inventory in its rail division.

Full-year results set a record

For 2025, the company posted full-year sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, up 4% from $64.8 billion in 2024. Profit per share was $18.81, down from $22.05, while adjusted profit per share was $19.06, down from $21.90.

Caterpillar (CAT) generated enterprise operating cash flow of $11.7 billion during the year and ended 2025 with $10.0 billion of enterprise cash. The company deployed $7.9 billion for share repurchases and dividends, including $5.2 billion of buybacks and $2.7 billion of dividends.

“With a record backlog, we enter the new year with strong momentum and a continued focus on delivering long-term value for our customers and shareholders,” Creed said.

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Caterpillar in charts: Double-digit growth seen across segments and regions in Q4; Asia Pacific flat

wpadmin — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:55:52 +0000

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Caterpillar Non-GAAP EPS of $5.16 beats by $0.45, revenue of $19.1B beats by $1.34B

wpadmin — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:32:10 +0000

Caterpillar press release (CAT): Q4 Non-GAAP EPS of $5.16 beats by $0.45.
Revenue of $19.1B (+17.9% Y/Y) beats by $1.34B.

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Caterpillar Q4 earnings on deck: What to expect

wpadmin — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:26:36 +0000

Heavy-equipment maker Caterpillar (CAT) is set to post fourth quarter results on Thursday, before markets open.

Wall Street expects the construction and mining equipment maker to post EPS of $4.71, implying a decline of 8.4%, while revenue is expected to increase nearly 10% to $17.76 billion during the quarter.

Caterpillar has benefitted from the recent surge in demand for energy and transportation equipment used to power artificial intelligence data centers. Earlier in October, the company posted stronger-than-expected quarterly results, thanks to its energy and transportation unit, which has become its fastest-growing segment, outpacing the traditional construction and mining equipment operations.

However, the company, which is usually considered a bellwether for the global industrial economy, expects U.S. tariffs on imports to weigh more heavily on profits during the fourth quarter.

“With Q3 adjusted operating margin falling to 17.5% from 20.0% a year ago, I would closely monitor the performance of the construction and resources segments. These two segments dragged down the overall profitability of the company due to the impact of tariffs and the limited capacity to pass these costs to customers. From this perspective, management’s FY26 tariff costs guidance is the key item to monitor,” noted a recent Seeking Alpha analysis by Deep Value Investing.

Over the last two years, Irving, Texas-based Caterpillar has beaten EPS estimates 63% of the time and has beaten revenue estimates 38% of the time.

Over the last three months, EPS estimates have seen 15 upward revisions, compared to five downward revisions, while revenue estimates have been revised upwards 13 times versus no downward move.

Seeking Alpha analysts and Seeking Alpha’s Quant ratings are cautious and rated the stock a Hold. In contrast, Wall Street considers it a Buy.

The stock rose 59% last year, outperforming the over 16% rise in the S&P 500 Index.

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Caterpillar extends autonomy beyond mining with first quarry deployment

wpadmin — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:15:40 +0000

Caterpillar (CAT) is pushing its autonomous technology into new territory, expanding beyond large-scale mining operations and into quarry applications, as the company looks to translate decades of autonomy investment into broader commercial use.

A fleet of Cat 777 trucks worked autonomously in the company’s first quarry application, the Luck Stone Bull Run plant. (Caterpillar)

The equipment maker said its autonomous haulage system, MineStar Command for hauling, is now operating at Luck Stone’s Bull Run quarry in Virginia, marking its first deployment in a quarry environment. A fleet of autonomous Cat 777 trucks has already hauled more than 1 million tons of material, with productivity reaching parity with traditionally staffed machines shortly after launch, Caterpillar (CAT) said.

The move highlights how autonomy, long viewed as a fit mainly for massive, remote mining sites, is being adapted for smaller, more complex operations that face labor shortages and tighter safety constraints. Quarry sites typically have higher interaction between people and machines and operate closer to population centers, making consistency and reliability critical.

The update comes as Caterpillar (CAT) continues to emphasize automation and AI with its CES appearances this week.

Shares of Caterpillar (CAT) fell 4.2% on Tuesday, underperforming the broader market, with the S&P 500 (SP500) down about 0.3%.

While the quarry deployment is unlikely to move near-term financials, it offers a tangible signal that Caterpillar’s (CAT) autonomy platform is becoming more flexible and potentially more scalable across its customer base.

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Caterpillar unveils AI assistant for equipment operations at CES 2026

wpadmin — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:12:15 +0000

Caterpillar (CAT) on Tuesday introduced an artificial intelligence system designed to help customers interact with its equipment and digital services, outlining plans to deploy the tool across fleet management, maintenance, and machine operations.

Unveiled at CES 2026, the Cat AI Assistant is intended to serve as a single interface across Caterpillar’s (CAT) portfolio of digital applications, drawing on company data to support tasks such as equipment purchasing, maintenance planning, diagnostics and daily operations.

The system is built on Caterpillar’s (CAT) Helios data platform, which the maker of heavy equipment said manages more than 16 petabytes of equipment and operational data. According to Caterpillar (CAT), the assistant uses that data to provide contextual information and recommendations to customers based on their machines and operating environments.

The company said the AI assistant is aimed at multiple user groups. For fleet owners and managers, it is designed to monitor equipment performance and flag potential maintenance issues before they lead to unplanned downtime. For technicians, the system can retrieve relevant service manuals and repair procedures using voice commands, offering step-by-step guidance and identifying commonly required replacement parts.

For machine operators, Caterpillar (CAT) said the assistant is being developed as an in-cab tool that can deliver operational guidance without requiring operators to leave their primary displays or interrupt work. The in-cab version runs on NVIDIA’s (NVDA) Jetson Thor platform, enabling speech recognition and on-device AI processing at the jobsite.

Caterpillar said the technology is being developed in response to growing complexity at worksites and ongoing labor and skills shortages across construction, mining, and industrial sectors. The company said the system could help less experienced operators improve performance while also enabling dealers to offer more tailored support to customers.

Caterpillar plans to launch an off-board version of the Cat AI Assistant in the first quarter of this year. In-cab applications are currently in final validation, with demonstrations scheduled during CES 2026.

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Caterpillar to showcase AI, autonomy strategy at CES 2026

wpadmin — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:21:08 +0000

Caterpillar (CAT) on Monday said it will present its approach to industrial artificial intelligence and autonomous systems at CES 2026, where the company is scheduled to deliver a keynote and host a technology exhibit focused on connected and automated worksites.

Chief Executive Officer Joe Creed, who was named a keynote speaker by the Consumer Technology Association, will discuss how Caterpillar (CAT) is applying digital tools and machine expertise to address customer requirements and operational challenges.

In prepared remarks, Creed said advances in technology are enabling the company to better combine data-driven insights with its equipment knowledge to support customers’ most critical tasks.

Caterpillar (CAT) has emerged as a beneficiary of AI-related infrastructure spending, as the construction of large data centers boosts demand for equipment supporting power generation, grid upgrades and on-site energy systems.

The keynote is scheduled for Jan. 7 at the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian in Las Vegas.

Caterpillar (CAT) executives including Chief Digital Officer Ogi Redzic and Chief Technology Officer Jaime Mineart are also expected to speak. NVIDIA (NVDA) Vice President of Robotics and Edge AI Deepu Talla will join Caterpillar (CAT) leaders on stage to discuss an expanded collaboration between the companies.

On the CES show floor, Caterpillar (CAT) plans to demonstrate AI-enabled and autonomous technologies through several exhibits, including a live demonstration on a compact excavator and interactive displays showing how operational data can be used for guidance, safety and fleet management. The maker of heavy machinery will also outline its long-term development of autonomous equipment, drawing on decades of deployment in mining and construction environments.

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Catalyst Watch: AI spotlight at CES, Versant starts trading, and the December jobs report

wpadmin — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 20:00:31 +0000

Welcome to Seeking Alpha’s Catalyst Watch – a breakdown of some of next week’s actionable events that stand out. Read more about the events that may impact stock prices next week.

Monday – January 5

Volatility watch – IREN Limited (IREN) and GameStop (GME) are set up for a volatile week of trading based on options volume. The most overbought stocks per their 14-day relative strength index include Amicus (FOLD), Dynavax (DVAX), and Sellas Life Sciences (SLS). The most oversold stocks per their 14-day Relative Strength Index include Tile Shop (TTSH), Lamb Weston (LW), and AMC Entertainment (AMC).
IPO watch – The analyst quiet period expires on Lumexa (LMRI), Wealthfront (WLTH), JM Group (JMG), and Cardinal Infrastructure (CDNL) to free up analysts to post ratings. The IPP lockup period expires for blocks of shares of Delixy (DLXY) and Masonglory (MSGY).
Spotlight on CES – The CES conference in Las Vegas during the week has a theme titled “Innovators Show Up.” The four main topics of focus are expected to be AI, robotics, digital health, and mobility. Notable companies to watch for product announcements, strategy reveals, or AI updates include Samsung (SSNLF), LG, Intel (INTC), Sony (SONY), Motorola (MSI), Nvidia (NVDA), AMD (AMD), Qualcomm (QCOM), Ambarella (AMBA), Himax (HIMX), Hyundai (HYMTF), and Meta Platforms (META).
All day – Versant (VSNT) will begin trading after spinning off from Comcast (CMCSA).
All day – Trio-Tech International (TRT) will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis following the company’s 2-for-1 stock split.
4:00 p.m. Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang will deliver a CES keynote speech on AI and accelerated computing.
9:30 p.m. AMD (AMD) CEO Lisa Su will give a CES keynote speech.
All day – Cybin (CYBN) will change its name to Helus Pharma and begin to trade on the Nasdaq.

Tuesday – January 6

All day – Costco Wholesale (COST) is expected to release its monthly sales report.
8:00 a.m. Richmond Federal Reserve Bank President Tom Barkin will speak at the Raleigh Chamber Economic Forecast 2026.
9:00 a.m. Seeking Alpha will hold its Top Stock 2026 event. Steven Cress will walk through how last year’s Top 10 Stocks performed and then unveil 10 fresh stock picks for 2026 using the Quant system’s most powerful signals.
12:00 p.m. JPMorgan will hold a CES fireside chat with Marvell (MRVL) CEO Matt Murphy.
5:00 p.m. Lenovo (LNVGY) CEO Yuanqing Yang will deliver a speech at CES.

Wednesday – January 7

Earnings watch – Notable companies due to report include Constellation Brands (STZ), Jefferies Financial (JEF), Albertsons Companies (ACI), and Cal-Maine Foods (CALM).
All day – The two-day Goldman Sachs Energy, CleanTech & Utilities Conference will begin. Notable companies participating include Phillips 66 (PSX), Plug Power (PLUG), and MasTec (MTZ).
All day – Caterpillar (CAT) will be in the spotlight at CES as the management team gives a presentation on industrial technology.
All day – The two-day Bank of America Defense Outlook and Commercial Aerospace Forum will be focused on defense, space, and commercial aerospace investor topics. Notable companies participating include Voyager Technologies (VOYG) and Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (EVTL).

Thursday – January 8

Earnings watch – Notable companies due to report include Tilray Brands (TLRY) and Acuity (AYI).
All day – The ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium will begin. Some of the notable companies with abstracts or drug data presentations include Astellas Pharma (ALPMF), Alpha Tau Medical (DRTS), Autonomix Medical (AMIX), RenovoRx (RNXT), and BullFrog AI (BFRG).
All day – Marks and Spencer (MAKSF) is scheduled to release its Christmas Trading Statement.

Friday – January 9

All day – The three-day Silicon Valley Auto Show will begin. Toyota (TM), Cadillac (GM), Lucid (LCID), and Volkswagen (VWAGY) are all expected to show off 2026 models. Tesla (TSLA) will also be making a rare auto show appearance with its Cybertruck.
8:30 a.m. The December Jobs Report will be released. Economists forecast that nonfarm payrolls will rise by about 55,000 jobs for August, which is well below the six-month average. The unemployment rate is seen being reported at 4.5%.
8:30 a.m. The Housing Starts report is scheduled to be released by the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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