Caterpillar (CAT) Q2 Profit Falls 21%
(NYSE:CAT), the heavy machinery manufacturer known for its excavators, engines, and construction equipment, released its Q2 FY2025 results on August 5, 2025. The company posted GAAP revenue of $16.57 billion, slightly above analyst expectations of $16.30 billion, but Adjusted profit per share came in at $4.72, below the $4.89 anticipated by analysts. Compared with the prior year, GAAP revenue decreased by 1%. The quarter was marked by cost headwinds, material margin declines, and the impact of new tariffs.
Source: Analyst estimates for the quarter provided by FactSet.
Caterpillar designs, manufactures, and sells a range of equipment including excavators, bulldozers, engines, power generators, and mining trucks. Its operations span the globe, serving industries like construction, mining, energy, and transportation. The company also has a Financial Products division that offers financing and leasing to support equipment sales, enhancing both revenue streams and customer loyalty.
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