Caterpillar Inc.
$870.65-9.63Market Cap
$387.7B
Global Rank
#34
All-Time High
$446.7B
2026-07-06
Total Growth
+0%
since 2026
Market Cap Context
- Larger than 91% of the 367 companies we track (globally).
- Equivalent to 1.3% of United States's GDP (2025 data).
- Just above: #33 Lam Research Corporation ($389.7B)
- Just below: #35 Chevron Corporation ($385.8B)
- Best year: 2003 (+86%). Worst year: 2008 (-37%).
Caterpillar Inc. Financial Breakdown (FY 2025)
Source: Yahoo Finance โ CAT annual filings (2025) โ$67.6B revenue ยท $11.2B operating income ยท $8.9B net income
- โOperating margin: 16.5% on $67.6B in revenue.
- โR&D is 3.2% of revenue ($2.1B).
- โNet income margin: 13.1% โ $8.9B in profit.
- โFree cash flow: $7.5B (11.0% of revenue).
Cost / Operating Expenses
Total operating expenses $56.4B
Total
$55.2B
Capital Expenditures
$4.3B
This fiscal year (near-total AI infrastructure buildout)
Free Cash Flow
$7.5B
Trailing twelve months
Figures rounded from the annual SEC filing. Unaudited. For informational purposes only, not investment advice.
Fundamentals (TTM)
Data: Financial Modeling PrepP/E
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About Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc. is an American construction, mining, and other engineering equipment manufacturer. The company is the world's largest manufacturer of construction equipment. In 2018, Caterpillar was ranked number 73 on the Fortune 500 list and number 265 on the Global Fortune 500 list. Caterpillar stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
Caterpillar Inc. Market Cap History (2026โ2026)
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Ranking History
| Year | Market Cap | Rank | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $387.7B | #34(โ14) | +47.5% |
| 2025 | $262.7B | #48(โ22) | +60.3% |
| 2024 | $163.9B | #70(โ9) | +24.7% |
| 2023 | $131.5B | #79(โ9) | +25.9% |
| 2022 | $104.4B | #88(โ27) | +18.6% |
| 2021 | $88.0B | #115(โ4) | +16.0% |
| 2020 | $75.9B | #111(โ4) | +27.0% |
| 2019 | $59.8B | #115(โ12) | +19.5% |
| 2018 | $50.0B | #103(โ8) | -17.6% |
| 2017 | $60.7B | #95(โ36) | +75.0% |
| 2016 | $34.7B | #131(โ34) | +42.1% |
| 2015 | $24.4B | #165(โ42) | -23.0% |
| 2014 | $31.7B | #123(โ8) | +3.5% |
| 2013 | $30.6B | #115(โ32) | +4.0% |
| 2012 | $29.4B | #83(โ15) | +1.0% |
| 2011 | $29.1B | #68(โ1) | -1.5% |
| 2010 | $29.6B | #69(โ46) | +68.5% |
| 2009 | $17.5B | #115(โ11) | +33.2% |
| 2008 | $13.2B | #104(โ1) | -36.8% |
| 2007 | $20.8B | #103(โ5) | +20.5% |
| 2006 | $17.3B | #108(โ12) | +7.9% |
| 2005 | $16.0B | #96 | +20.7% |
| 2004 | $13.3B | #96(โ1) | +19.7% |
| 2003 | $11.1B | #95(โ31) | +86.1% |
| 2002 | $6.0B | #126(โ4) | -9.8% |
| 2001 | $6.6B | #130(โ8) | +13.6% |
| 2000 | $5.8B | #138(โ34) | +4.1% |
| 1999 | $5.6B | #104(โ12) | +4.7% |
| 1998 | $5.3B | #92(โ9) | -3.1% |
| 1997 | $5.5B | #83(โ1) | +31.3% |
| 1996 | $4.2B | #84(โ4) | +31.1% |
| 1995 | $3.2B | #80(โ20) | +8.8% |
| 1994 | $2.9B | #60 |
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FAQ
What is Caterpillar Inc.'s market cap?
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) has a market capitalization of $387.7B, making it the #34 largest company in the world by market cap.
What was Caterpillar Inc.'s highest market cap?
Caterpillar Inc.'s all-time high market cap was $446.7B, reached in 2026-07-06. Its highest rank was #34 in 2026.
What sector is Caterpillar Inc. in?
Caterpillar Inc. is in the Industrials sector, specifically the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry. It is based in United States.
How has Caterpillar Inc.'s market cap changed over time?
Caterpillar Inc. has been tracked since 2026. Its market cap has grown by 0% from $387.7B in 2026 to $387.7B today.