Investor update
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Caterpillar (CAT) Investor update summary

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Investor update summary

18 May, 2026

Leadership and business overview

  • Power & Energy segment is a major growth driver, led by an executive with 25 years of experience across engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing roles.

  • Segment includes Oil & Gas, Power Generation, and Industrial verticals, each with diverse customers and products.

Power Generation trends and growth

  • Power Gen is growing at a 30% CAGR, driven by demand for backup and primary power, especially from data centers.

  • Data centers increasingly require both standby and primary power solutions, with "Bring Your Own Power" bridging utility delays.

  • Gas engines are gaining favor for grid support and primary power, with significant product development for both gas and diesel.

Capacity expansion and investment

  • Large engine capacity target was raised from 2x to 3x, with meaningful annual increases through 2030.

  • Common engine and turbine platforms serve multiple markets, enhancing flexibility and scale.

  • Capacity investments support both backup and primary power, as well as Oil & Gas and mining applications.

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