Sharemaestro company-news research for Caterpillar Inc. (CAT1), showing current tone, evidence confidence, direct company coverage, sector and industry context, completed price response and the source headlines used on the page. Scores describe published news evidence. Confidence describes the amount, freshness, source breadth and direct company relevance of that evidence. Price context is shown separately.
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CAT1 news sentiment
Caterpillar Inc.
Company headlines compared by relevance, subject, source independence, tone and the market's completed price response.
Weighted tone69Neutral is 50
Constructive news tone
78/100 evidence confidence
100% direct company focus
18 current stories across 1 publishers
Current company news
News confirmed by price
Constructive news tone is drawn from 18 fresh independent stories, including 18 company-specific items across 1 publishers.
Latest source headline Michael Burry adds to Nvidia and Palantir shorts while loading up on Molina Healthcare, which is down 54% from its high finance.yahoo.com · 12 Aug 2026 18:45What supports the read
18 current stories are mapped specifically to CAT1.
Cross-story agreement is 79/100, indicating a comparatively coherent tape.
Constructive news tone is being confirmed by positive weekly price action.
What tempers the read
Only 1 publisher currently contribute to the measured read.
69/100
Weighted toneConstructive news tone
78/100
Evidence confidencesolid confidence
100%/100
Company focus18 direct stories
79/100
Evidence agreement21/100 dispersion
News history
Tone and story flow over 21 days
24 Jul03 Aug13 Aug
Weighted toneStory volumeNeutral 50
Evidence confidence
What supports the score
Confidence rises through sample depth, independent publishers, direct company relevance, freshness and agreement. A high or low tone score is not itself evidence of reliability.
Sample depth100
16.51 effective storiesSource breadth20
1 independent publishersDirect relevance100
company-specific evidence shareFreshness77
recency-weighted evidenceAgreement79
cross-story consistencySource independence0
lower publisher concentrationPrice context
Sentiment against the 26-week price path
Constructive news tone is being confirmed by positive weekly price action.
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Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
Sentiment confirms active trendPositive but stretched
News subjects
What is shaping the score
Earnings7813 stories · 72%
Market update513 stories · 17%
Capital return891 stories · 6%
Guidance581 stories · 6%
Source mix
Where the evidence comes from
finance.yahoo.com7318 stories · 100%
Recurring subjects
Subjects appearing most often
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Earlier readings
How the score has changed
ConstructiveBalanced or withheldCautious
Source headlines
The news behind the score
Every row shows the public evidence used to understand the read. Direct company stories carry more weight than industry or sector context; duplicate coverage is consolidated before scoring.
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Michael Burry adds to Nvidia and Palantir shorts while loading up on Molina Healthcare, which is down 54% from its high
Jim Spellman/WireImage Michael Burry, who was made famous by The Big Short, is doubling down on his bearish bets against some of the market's biggest AI and infrastructure names, while simultaneously increasing his investment in a healthcare company he has repeatedly argued is undervalued. In a recent post on his substack, Cassandra Unchained, Burry said he added to several of his largest short positions, including Nvidia [NASDAQ: NVDA], Palantir [NASDAQ: PLTR], Oracle [NYSE: ORCL] and Caterpillar [NYSE: CAT]. He also increased his position in Molina Healthcare [NYSE: MOH], saying he remains c
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- 12 Aug 2026 18:45
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Caterpillar, Komatsu, Terex and Astec Industries
For Immediate Release Chicago, IL – August 12, 2026 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: Caterpillar Inc. CAT, Komatsu KMTUY, Terex Corp. TEX and Astec Industries ASTE. Here are highlights from Tuesday's Analyst Blog: Should You Buy, Sell or Hold CAT Stock Post-Q2 Earnings? Caterpillar Inc. delivered a strong second-quarter 2026 performance, with revenues and earnings increasing year over year
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- 12 Aug 2026 14:24
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#350Tone
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Stock Market Today: Dow Rises Ahead Of Inflation Data; Nvidia Partner CoreWeave Soars On Results (Live Coverage)
Stock Market Today: The Dow Jones index rises ahead of a key CPI inflation report. Nvidia partner CoreWeave soars on earnings. Continue Reading
CpiEarningsInflation
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- 12 Aug 2026 12:09
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#458Tone
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American Fusion Inc. (OTC: AMFN) Appoints Niclas von Schantz as Strategic Advisor for Brand, Commercialization and International Market Development
American Fusion Inc. Senior Brand and Commercialization Specialist Brings More Than 25 Years of Experience Across 100+ Brands and 50+ Markets, Including Caterpillar, Vattenfall, Mazda, Uponor and ACCO Brands SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Fusion Inc. (OTC: AMFN) ("American Fusion" or the "Company"), developer of the proprietary Texatron™ Fusion Engine™, announced today that Niclas von Schantz has been engaged as a Strategic Advisor to the Company. In his advisory capacity, Mr. von Schantz is expected to provide guidance on brand strategy, market positioning, comme
CommercializationEnergyFusion EnergyMarket Development
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- 12 Aug 2026 12:00
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This 3 Stock Portfolio Pays Monthly Dividends
While most stocks pay quarterly dividends, investors can still construct a portfolio that allows them to get paid monthly. The first stock pays dividends in January, April, July, and October. The second stock pays out in February, May, August, and November. And finally, the third stock will pay its dividend in March, June, September, and December. So, investors can reap steady monthly paydays with just a little positioning. A combination of Coca-Cola KO, Caterpillar CAT, and Exxon Mobil XOM – shares would provide precisely the blend needed for this portfolio. Caterpillar Powers Data Centers Ca
DividendsEnergyGrowth RateIndustrialsShareholder
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- 11 Aug 2026 22:12
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#685Tone
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Caterpillar (CAT) Stock Could Be 6% Overvalued As AI Demand Lifts Outlook
Find winning stocks in any market cycle. Join 7 million investors using Simply Wall St's investing ideas for FREE. Caterpillar has delivered a very large 5 year return for shareholders, yet the valuation checks paint a mixed picture, with the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) estimate sitting close to the current share price while other signals suggest the stock is not clearly cheap. After such a strong run, investors are weighing how much of the recent optimism around AI related infrastructure and heavy equipment demand is already reflected in today's valuation. Over the past 5 years, Caterpillar ha
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- 11 Aug 2026 17:10
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AI Data Center Boom Drives Record Gas Turbine Orders; GE Vernova, Caterpillar Among Leaders
Data center power needs are driving record gas turbine orders. GE Vernova and Caterpillar are among the leaders. Continue Reading
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- 11 Aug 2026 16:59
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#887Tone
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CAT Q2 Deep Dive: Robust Demand, Capacity Expansion, and Growing Backlog Lead the Quarter
CAT Q2 Deep Dive: Robust Demand, Capacity Expansion, and Growing Backlog Lead the Quarter Construction equipment company Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q2 CY2026, with sales up 24% year on year to $20.54 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $8.17 per share was 31.8% above analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy CAT? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Caterpillar (CAT) Q2 CY2026 Highlights: Revenue: $20.54 billion vs analyst estimates of $18.95 billion (24% year-on-year growth, 8.4% beat) Adjusted EPS: $8.17 vs analyst estimates of $6.20
ConstructionData CentersEarningsEnergyFree Cash FlowInfrastructure
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- 11 Aug 2026 16:37
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Michael Burry Has a Stark Warning for Investors Betting on Today's Market
This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Michael Burry (Trades, Portfolio) renewed his criticism of current U.S. market valuations over the weekend, arguing that investors are placing too little weight on price and fundamentals. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Signs with TSLA. Is TSLA fairly valued? Test your thesis with our free DCF calculator. Burry, known for his bearish market calls, pointed to several technology and industrial names among his concerns. His holdings or bearish positions have included Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT), Pa
EarningsIndustrialsTech
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- 11 Aug 2026 15:54
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Stock Market Today: Dow Falls, Oil Rises Despite Iran Claim; Roger Federer Play Dives On This (Live Coverage)
Stock Market Today: The Dow Jones index gives up gains as oil rises. SpaceX rival Rocket Lab falls on earnings. A Roger Federer play dives. Continue Reading
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- 11 Aug 2026 15:53
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Caterpillar and Celsius have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
For Immediate Release Chicago, IL – August 11, 2026 – Zacks Equity Research shares Caterpillar CAT as the Bull of the Day and Celsius Holdings CELH as the Bear of the Day. In addition, Zacks Equity Research provides analysis on NVIDIA Corporation NVDA and Sandisk Corporation SNDK. Here is a synopsis of all four stocks: Bull of the Day: Caterpillar is aZack Rank #1 (Strong Buy) that is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. The company just delivered the best quarter in its hist
AIConsensus EstimateEarningsEarnings GrowthEarnings Per ShareEnergy
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- 11 Aug 2026 15:00
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Should You Buy, Sell or Hold Caterpillar Stock Post Q2 Earnings?
Caterpillar Inc. CAT delivered a strong second-quarter 2026 performance, with revenues and earnings increasing year over year and beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Sales exceeded $20 billion for the first time in the company's history, while its backlog reached a record $72 billion. The strong results and raised 2026 outlook pushed CAT shares up 6% following the earnings release. In a year, CAT stock has gained 102.9%, outperforming the industry's 86.3% growth, the Zacks Industrial Products sector's 22.3% gain and the S&P 500's 22.8% increase. It has also outperformed peers Komatsu KMTUY,
Consensus EstimateEarningsEarnings GrowthEarnings Per ShareEarnings ReleaseFourth Quarter
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- 11 Aug 2026 14:51
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Bull of the Day: Caterpillar (CAT)
Caterpillar (CAT) is aZack Rank #1 (Strong Buy) that is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. The company just delivered the best quarter in its history, and a surging AI driven backlog in its power generation business points to years of growth ahead. With the stock still digesting the move, investors are getting a chance to position in a name after a "sell the news" earnings reaction. About the Company The Irving, Texas based company operates three primary segments. Construct
AIConstructionEarningsFourth QuarterGuidanceMining
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- 11 Aug 2026 10:30
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Zacks Market Edge Highlights: Caterpillar, MasTec and United Rentals
For Immediate Release Chicago, IL – August 10, 2026 – Zacks Market Edge is a podcast hosted weekly by Zacks Stock Strategist Tracey Ryniec. Every week, Tracey will be joined by guests to discuss the hottest investing topics in stocks, bonds and ETFs and how it impacts your life. To listen to the podcast, click here: https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2971070/3-halo-stocks-to-buy-now 3 HALO Stocks to Buy Now Welcome to Episode #495 of the Zacks Market Edge Podcast. (0:15) - Where To Find Strong Growth Stocks Outside Tech? (3:50) - Top Stock Picks For Your Watchlist Right Now (20:30) - Episode Rou
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- 10 Aug 2026 15:27
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Silver Spruce Resources, Inc. Announces New Chief Financial Officer
BEDFORD, NS / ACCESS Newswire / August 10, 2026 / (TSXV:SSE) - Silver Spruce Resources, Inc. ("Silver Spruce" or the "Corporation") announces that its Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Kevin Thieneman as Chief Financial Officer, replacing Michael Kinley. Mr. Thieneman previously worked as a Certified Public Accountant, and licensed attorney, in the State of Illinois. Mr. Thieneman was formerly the President of Caterpillar Inc. Forest Products Division, and an Officer of LiuGong Machinery, one of China's largest construction and mining equipment manufacturers with global sales
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- 10 Aug 2026 13:30
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Earnings beats ease concerns over record U.S. stock rally - WSJ
Investing.com -- Strong second-quarter earnings from major U.S. companies have pushed stock indexes to fresh highs and eased concerns that the rally relies too heavily on a small group of artificial intelligence companies, the Wall Street Journal reported. About 86% of the more than 440 S&P 500 companies that have reported results beat analysts' estimates, according to FactSet. The index is on course for its seventh consecutive quarter of double-digit earnings growth. Upbeat results from Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:PLTR), Caterpillar Inc (NYSE:CAT) and Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) help
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- 09 Aug 2026 07:08
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Caterpillar (CAT) Could Be 13% Undervalued After Record Quarter And Raised Outlook
Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. Caterpillar (CAT) is back in focus after reporting record second quarter results, lifting its full year sales outlook as demand tied to AI data center construction and power generation continues to shape the story. See our latest analysis for Caterpillar. Caterpillar's strong guidance and record backlog have pulled the stock sharply higher this year, with a year to date share price return of 43.21% and a one year total share
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- 07 Aug 2026 20:12
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Jim Cramer Shares Key Reason Why Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT)’s Shares Are Higher Than Deere’s
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) has been on Jim Cramer's radar with respect to the AI data center buildout for quite some time now. In most of his appearances, the CNBC TV host has discussed the link between the firm's power generation products and the need for data centers to generate power. Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT)'s stock is up by 101% over the past year and by 40% year-to-date. The firm reported its fiscal second-quarter earnings on August 4th. However, in a brief tweet earlier, the CNBC TV host discussed Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) along with its peer firm Deere and commented that the dive
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- 07 Aug 2026 18:30
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How to read the score
It describes the weighted balance of qualifying headlines. A score of 50 can mean a balanced tape or that direction has been withheld for insufficient evidence; the status label distinguishes them.
Confidence measures depth, source breadth, direct relevance, freshness and agreement. It does not rise merely because the tone is extreme.
Weekly price response, trend and fair-value position test whether the market is accepting or rejecting the news. They never rewrite the news score.
The page describes completed evidence available at the stated time. It is research context, not a forecast, recommendation, target or execution instruction.