Caterpillar Blasts Through $20 Billion Quarterly Sales Barrier

Caterpillar Inc. () announced its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 4, 2026, surpassing $20 billion in quarterly sales for the first time in its history.

The heavy equipment manufacturer's shares jumped 8.92% in premarket trading to $904.07 following the announcement, reflecting strong investor response to results that significantly exceeded Wall Street expectations.

All three of Caterpillar's main business segments delivered strong results, with Construction Industries leading the way with 35% sales growth.