David MacLennan, an insider at Caterpillar Inc (CAT), purchased 7,947 shares of the company on November 5, 2025, at a price of $568.86 per share. The total transaction value reached $4.52 million. Following this purchase, MacLennan holds a total of 7,947 shares in the company.
Caterpillar, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, as well as engines and turbines. The company operates through various segments, including Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation, and employs approximately 112,900 full-time staff. As of November 8, 2025, Caterpillar boasts a market capitalization of $261.0 billion, a P/E ratio of 28.15, and an EPS of 19.49.
This insider transaction may signal confidence in the company’s future, as executives often have access to non-public information. However, investors should consider insider activity alongside other financial metrics and not rely solely on individual transactions. Upcoming earnings reports are anticipated, with estimates of $4.34 EPS and $15.9 billion revenue for April 27, 2026, and $5.57 EPS and $17.6 billion revenue for August 2, 2026.