# Caterpillar Inc. (CAT): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Industrials · Industry: Agricultural - Machinery
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Caterpillar Inc., a global enterprise founded in 1925 and headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois (having previously operated as Caterpillar Tractor Co. until its rebranding in 1986), is a premier manufacturer and vendor of heavy construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas power units, and industrial gas turbines across the world. The company's extensive offerings are organized into several operational divisions: Construction Industries: This segment delivers a broad spectrum of machinery for construction projects, including asphalt pavers, versatile backhoe and skid steer loader...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $687.00 USD |
| Market Cap | $315.80B |
| P/E (TTM) | 28.84 |
| EPS (TTM) | $23.82 |
| 52-Week Range | $521.02 – $1,073.46 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 0.90% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 0.90% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $6.16 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $6.52 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 33 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 7.9% / 7.8% / 8.0% / 7.8% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 26.0% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 30.9% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 28.0% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 33.4% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-26 | $1.6300 | 2026-11-19 |
| 2026-07-20 | $1.6300 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2026-04-20 | $1.5100 | 2026-05-19 |
| 2026-01-20 | $1.5100 | 2026-02-19 |
| 2025-10-20 | $1.5100 | 2025-11-20 |
| 2025-07-21 | $1.5100 | 2025-08-20 |
| 2025-04-21 | $1.4100 | 2025-05-20 |
| 2025-01-21 | $1.4100 | 2025-02-20 |
| 2024-10-21 | $1.4100 | 2024-11-20 |
| 2024-07-22 | $1.4100 | 2024-08-20 |
| 2024-04-19 | $1.3000 | 2024-05-20 |
| 2024-01-19 | $1.3000 | 2024-02-20 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Caterpillar Inc. do?

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) operates in the Agricultural - Machinery industry within the Industrials sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is CAT's market cap?

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) has a market capitalization of approximately $315.80 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does CAT pay a dividend?

Yes, Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 0.90%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does CAT pay dividends?

Caterpillar Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $6.52 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is CAT's payout ratio?

Caterpillar Inc.'s payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### Is CAT a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) is an S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat, meaning it has raised its dividend for at least 25 consecutive years. Its full dividend history and growth rates are on this page.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cat/peers

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