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CAT P/E Ratio Analysis

52.7x

Updated 1233h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 52.7x means investors are paying $52.70 for every $1 of Caterpillar’s annual earnings, reflecting a high premium relative to typical valuations.

Sector Performance

87th percentile

CAT

52.7x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

48.8x(Jun 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 52.7x means investors are paying $52.70 for every $1 of Caterpillar’s annual earnings, reflecting a high premium relative to typical valuations.

This level is more than double the sector median of 24.1x, placing CAT in the 89th percentile among sector peers — indicating it is more expensively priced than nearly nine out of ten comparable companies. Year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter increase of +8.0% shows the multiple expanded from 48.8x to 52.7x in the latest period. A P/E that is both very high and still rising suggests growing optimism baked into the stock price, which raises the risk of a correction if earnings fail to meet elevated expectations. This combination of extreme valuation and upward momentum does not support a bullish stance. Therefore, the metric directly aligns with the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the current price already prices in a substantial amount of future growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about CAT?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are CAT's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.