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Historical Annual Returns
Over the past 20 years, Caterpillar Inc. has delivered an average annual return of 17.5%. The stock peaked in 2017 with a massive +72.7% gain, while investors faced a downturn in 2008 (-35.1%). Overall, the stock finished in the green 14 times out of 20 years.
Avg Return
+17.5%
Win Rate
70%
14W - 6L
Best
+72.7%
2017
Worst
-35.1%
2008
Performance Consistency
About Caterpillar Inc.
Visit Website ↗Caterpillar Inc. is a leading American manufacturer of construction, mining, and other engineering equipment, recognized as the world's largest in its field. The company also produces off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Beyond manufacturing, Caterpillar offers financial and insurance services, and licenses a line of clothing and workwear boots under its Cat/Caterpillar brand.
Key Business Segments
Construction Industries
Supports customers using construction equipment in infrastructure, forestry, and building construction applications.
Resource Industries
Supports customers using mining and quarrying equipment and related services.
Energy & Transportation
Supports customers with power generation, oil and gas, industrial, and transportation applications.
Financial Products
Provides financing and insurance solutions to customers and dealers.
Key Innovations
- ✓Developed continuous tracks for tractors, leading to the adoption of the 'Caterpillar' name.
- ✓Pioneered the development and mass production of diesel engines for heavy equipment.
Historical Milestones
Caterpillar Tractor Co. is formed through the merger of the Holt Manufacturing Company and the C. L. Best Tractor Company.
The company's equipment color changes to its iconic 'Hi-Way Yellow'.
The company officially reorganizes and changes its name to Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar moves its global headquarters to Irving, Texas.