Caterpillar Inc. (CAT): Our Calculation of Intrinsic Value

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-13T00:38:23+00:00

The article conducts a DCF analysis for Caterpillar Inc., estimating its intrinsic share value at $182, significantly lower than the market price of $707, indicating limited safety for value investors. The analysis includes detailed inputs and calculations.

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2026-03-13 00:38:23

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This article presents a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis for Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), estimating its intrinsic value per share at approximately $182. Despite Caterpillar’s strong industry position and cash generation, the analysis concludes that its current market price of around $707 is significantly above this estimated intrinsic value, suggesting a limited margin of safety for value-focused investors. The author details the inputs and calculations used in the DCF model, including forecasted free cash flows, terminal value, and net debt.

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