Caterpillar Inc. — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

Caterpillar Inc. reported third-quarter 2026 sales and revenues of $20.7 billion, representing a 17% increase from the same period in 2025. The company achieved a profit per share of $7.13 and an adjusted profit per share of $7.20, driven by higher sales volume and favorable price realization across its primary segments. Operating profit margin improved to 20.4% for the quarter, while enterprise operating cash flow reached $4.4 billion. During the period, the company deployed $2.0 billion in cash for share repurchases and dividends.