Rating Change
Freedom Broker reiterated its Buy rating on Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) on November 02, 2026.
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Freedom Broker Reiterates Buy Rating on Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)
Freedom Broker reiterated its Buy rating on Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) on November 02, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) · reiterate
- Firm
- Freedom Broker
- Rating
- Buy to Buy
- Price at event
- $626.48
- Market capitalization
- $293.0B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Freedom Broker reiterated a Buy rating on Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) on November 2, 2026, while the stock trades at $626.48 with a $293.0 billion market capitalization.
Market Context
Caterpillar Inc. operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $626.48 with a market capitalization of $293.0B. The stock has declined 0.1% over the past 52 weeks.
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Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Caterpillar Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 6 Buy, 4 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02, 2026 | DA Davidson | Neutral | N/A |
| Nov 02, 2026 | Freedom Broker | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 30, 2026 | RBC Capital | Sector Perform | N/A |
| Oct 30, 2026 | Truist Securities | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 30, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View CAT Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Buy rating mean for CAT?
A rating of Buy from Freedom Broker reflects the analyst's outlook on Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the CAT forecast page.
