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Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is an American multinational corporation and the world's largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Ranked number 73 on the Fortune 500 list in 2018, Caterpillar has consistently demonstrated its industry leadership and resilience.
The company's operations are divided into four main segments: Construction Industries, Resource Industries, Energy & Transportation, and Cat Financial. Caterpillar's products are distributed worldwide through a robust dealer network of approximately 160 dealers operating about 2,700 branches globally. This network ensures the availability and serviceability of Caterpillar products, enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
Caterpillar's Construction Industries segment focuses on manufacturing and selling construction equipment such as backhoe loaders, compactors, and excavators. The Resource Industries segment is dedicated to heavy machinery used in mining and quarrying. The Energy & Transportation segment encompasses power generation, industrial and marine engines, and locomotives, while Cat Financial provides retail and wholesale financing solutions to customers and dealers, reinforcing the sales of Caterpillar products.
With 2023 sales and revenues amounting to $67.1 billion, Caterpillar reported significant financial performance, including record full-year sales, revenues, adjusted profit per share, and ME&T free cash flow. In the fourth quarter of 2023, the company achieved a 3% increase in sales and revenues to $17.1 billion, compared to $16.6 billion in the same period in 2022. The operating profit margin for this quarter was 18.4%, reflecting the company's strategic initiatives and efficiency improvements.
Caterpillar is committed to sustainability and innovation. The company is on a mission to build a better, more sustainable world, contributing to a reduced-carbon future. This commitment is reflected in their ongoing investment in research and development, aiming to produce energy-efficient and environmentally friendly machinery.
The company's latest financial results and performance updates can be accessed through their investor relations website and recent announcements. Caterpillar will continue to execute its strategy for long-term profitable growth, ensuring robust financial health and operational excellence.
For more information, visit the official Caterpillar website at caterpillar.com or follow their social media channels for the latest news and updates.
Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) has launched the 'Pathways to Sustainability' program to assist mining, quarry, and aggregate industry customers in their energy transition efforts. This four-year initiative offers participants comprehensive learning opportunities, project advisement, and access to sustainable products. The program focuses on six strategic areas: strategy, people, product, process, technology, and infrastructure, aiming to help customers achieve site emissions reduction goals. This follows the company's 2021 Early Learner program which included battery electric machine testing. Caterpillar aims to support customers in designing and achieving their unique sustainability goals.
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) released its 2023 company reports highlighting sustainability efforts, financial accomplishments, and contributions to a more sustainable world. CEO Jim Umpleby praised the global team's progress, emphasizing strong financial results and sustainability initiatives.
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) will hold a virtual annual shareholder meeting on June 12, 2024. Shareholders owning CAT stock as of April 15, 2024, can participate, submit questions, and vote on various agenda items. Details can be found in Caterpillar's 2024 proxy statement.
Caterpillar Inc. announced the voluntary delisting of its shares from Euronext Paris and the SIX Swiss Exchange due to low trading volume and administrative costs. Following delisting, its common stock will continue to trade on the NYSE. Shareholders have the option to keep their shares or participate in a voluntary sales facility on the NYSE. Société Générale will act as the centralizing agent for the sales facility. The delisting process is expected to be completed by May 28, 2024.
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