Caterpillar CFO Kyle Epley Buys Shares
Caterpillar's CFO Kyle Epley purchased shares, highlighting insider activity.
Key Points
- Caterpillar's CFO Kyle Epley bought 6 shares at $997.47 each on June 26, 2026, totaling $5,984.82.
- Shares of NYSE:CAT traded near $1,033.19 on Tuesday, with a market cap of $459.4 billion and a P/E ratio of 49.75.
- Analysts from Wells Fargo and JP Morgan maintain a 'buy' rating, with targets of $1,155 and $1,125 respectively.
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On June 26, 2026, Caterpillar Inc.'s Chief Financial Officer, Kyle Epley, purchased 6 shares of the company's stock at an average price of $997.47 per share. This transaction, valued at $5,984.82, was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan, indicating a direct decision by Epley to increase his stake in the company.
Insider Buying and Selling at Caterpillar Inc.
Alongside Kyle Epley's recent purchase, other top executives at Caterpillar have also been active in the market. CEO Joseph Creed bought 16 shares at the same price on June 26, 2026. Group President Jason Kaiser acquired 5 shares on the same day. These transactions suggest a collective confidence among Caterpillar's leadership in the company's future prospects.
Other Institutional Activity in Caterpillar
Institutional interest in Caterpillar remains strong. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 960,658 shares, bringing its total to 37,169,433 shares valued at approximately $26.3 billion. State Street Corp, however, reduced its position by 507,946 shares to 34,880,604 shares worth about $24.7 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both opened new positions, holding 30,234,453 and 11,705,890 shares, respectively. Meanwhile, Geode Capital Management, LLC added 517,301 shares, reaching a total of 11,127,483 shares valued at $7.9 billion.
Caterpillar Inc. Stock Up 29.1%
Shares of NYSE:CAT traded near $1,033.19 on Tuesday. Caterpillar has a market capitalization of approximately $459.4 billion and a P/E ratio of 49.75. The stock's 52-week range has seen a low of $384.25 and a high of $1,057.07. The company's 50-day moving average stands at $895.37, with a 200-day moving average of $685.13. Caterpillar's beta is 1.603, indicating higher volatility compared to the market.
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Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 23, 2026, Wells Fargo maintained its 'buy' rating on Caterpillar, setting a price target of $1,155. Other analysts, including JP Morgan, also hold a 'buy' stance with a target of $1,125. The consensus among 26 analysts is a 'buy' recommendation, with an average target price of $951.03.
About Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc., based in Irving, Texas, is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial turbines. The company operates across various segments, including Construction Industries, Resource Industries, Energy & Transportation, and Financial Products. With a workforce of 118,000, Caterpillar serves customers worldwide, providing innovative solutions for infrastructure development and resource extraction.
Bottom Line
Caterpillar's recent insider buying activity, particularly by CFO Kyle Epley, suggests confidence in the company's direction. As one of the leading manufacturers in its sector, Caterpillar's stock is closely watched by investors for its market performance and strategic growth. Institutional investors and analysts alike continue to show interest, with many maintaining positive outlooks on the company's future.
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