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Caterpillar shares surge 118% in a year on data center boom and strong earnings.

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18 Aug 2026
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Caterpillar's stock has risen 118.16% over the past year, driven by a surge in data center capital spending, record backlog, and margin expansion. The company reported a historic Q2 with $20.54 billion revenue, 24% growth year-over-year, and a backlog up 92%. Management raised full-year revenue guidance, supported by strong demand in power generation and construction sectors. Analysts see potential for further gains, with a price target of $1,026.19, but note risks from tariffs and regional demand softness.

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