Caterpillar’s $0.79B Volume Ranks 135th as Institutional Investors Cut Holdings Amid Analyst Price Hikes and Insider Sales

On September 8, 2025, , ranking 135th in market activity, . Institutional investors reduced holdings, , while new positions were added by smaller funds. Analysts revised CAT’s price targets, , maintaining an “overweight” rating. , , .

Caterpillar’s market position remains robust despite short-term headwinds. , with mixed activity from hedge funds and private wealth managers. Analyst sentiment is positive, . However, insider sales, , highlight internal caution. The company’s Energy & Transportation segment, driven by AI data center demand, is positioned as a long-term growth catalyst, though 2025 are expected to weigh on profitability.

, , . , . Strategic shifts toward high-margin services and digital solutions aim to offset cyclical risks in construction and mining. Analysts emphasize the company’s scale-driven cost advantages and global service network as key differentiators amid competitive pressures.

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