Forecast & Rating29 analysts currently cover Caterpillar, with about 48.3% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $979.22, about 18.3% upside from the current price of $827.90. Price targets range from $575.00 to $1225.00 — a wide spread, showing clear disagreement over just how much Caterpillar can rise. Historically, about 94.4% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on Caterpillar are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Aug 19, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 19, 2026
Price forecast
$979.2218.28%
Forecast & RatingBuy
28analysts
Strong buy46.43%
Buy3.57%
Hold42.86%
Sell3.57%
Strong sell3.57%
Strong buy
13
Buy
1
Hold
12
Sell
1
Strong sell
1
Target price forecast
Forecast dateAug 16, 2026
Forecast met81.9%
Stock price$827.90
Avg. target$979.2
High target$1,225
Low target$575
Avg. target
$979.2
High target
$1,225
Low target
$575
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.