Amundi 13F: Adds $536M to Caterpillar (CAT) Stake
Institutional investor Amundi grew its holdings in Caterpillar Inc. by 503,497 shares during the reporting period.
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Amundi added 503,497 shares to its stake in Caterpillar Inc. ($CAT), a 29.37% increase, according to a 13F filing with the SEC dated May 18, 2026. It reported 2,217,637 shares worth $2.36 billion at the end of the quarter.
Since the filing, $CAT is up 5.2% after 1 week, up 10.7% after 1 month and down 15.3% to date (from the $862.35 close on May 18, 2026).
Key Points
- Amundi lifted its stake in Caterpillar Inc. NYSE:CAT by 29.3% with the addition of 503,497 shares.
- The fund's total position reached 2,217,637 shares with a reported value of roughly $2.36 billion according to SEC filing data.
- Caterpillar trades with a forward P/E of 22.57 as insiders including CEO Joseph Creed and CFO Kyle Epley recently acquired shares.
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Amundi Raises Stake in Caterpillar Inc.
Institutional investor Amundi added to its heavy machinery portfolio by lifting its position in Caterpillar Inc. NYSE:CAT during the period. A Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission shows the firm boosted its holdings by 503,497 shares. That brought its total investment to 2,217,637 shares valued at approximately $2.36 billion.
Inside Amundi's Portfolio Move
The reported transaction represents a 29.3% increase from the prior holding of 1,714,140 shares. Because 13F filings look backward to past quarters, this snapshot reflects holdings as of the reporting date and might not represent the fund's current position today. The cost basis for the period was listed at $369.33 per share.
Caterpillar Stock Trades Near Peak Levels
Caterpillar shares have experienced strong upward momentum, trading near the spot price of $1,064.90. The heavy equipment maker's stock sits near its 52-week high of $1,073.46, climbing well above its 50-day moving average of $815.28 and its 200-day moving average of $804.97. With a market capitalization of $338.16 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 22.57, the industrial giant continues to draw heavy institutional interest.
Recent Earnings and Dividends
For its most recent reporting period, Caterpillar generated $74.73 billion in revenue, showing a revenue growth rate of 24.0%. The company posted earnings of $23.23 per share alongside a net margin of 14.5% and a return on equity of 57.0%. Shareholders also receive an annual dividend yielding 0.89%, backed by a dividend payout ratio of 26.0%. The next earnings release is scheduled for October 29, 2026.
Earnings drift grade
Outlook vs expectations on the last report — not price action.
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Forward outlook
7 analysts raised price targets.
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EPS & revenue
EPS beat estimates by 18.8%. Revenue beat estimates by 3.8%.
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Profit surprise
EBITDA beat by 32 percent. Operating income beat by 34 percent.
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Pre-earnings setup
Expectations were about average.
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Analyst signal
1 upgrade, 7 target raises.
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Earnings quality
Positive free cash flow.
Earnings Call Summary
Caterpillar had a strong first quarter with revenue of 17.4 billion dollars, up 22 percent from last year, and adjusted earnings per share of 5.54 dollars, beating consensus of 4.55 dollars. Backlog hit a record 63 billion dollars, with particularly strong demand for power generation equipment serving data centers. Management is investing aggressively in capacity expansion because customers are committing to long term orders for backup power, prime power, and gas compression applications across multiple industries.
Guidance Caterpillar raised its 2026 sales outlook to low double digit growth from expectations set in January. The company expects continued growth across all three segments driven by strong backlog and resilient end markets, especially in power generation for data centers. Management plans to expand large reciprocating engine capacity to nearly 3 times 2024 levels by 2030.
Clearly positive report. Results were better than expected, though the forward reset is not the strongest.
Insider Buying and Selling at Caterpillar Inc.
Company leaders have added to their personal holdings over the summer and fall. On June 26, 2026, Chief Executive Officer Joseph Creed purchased 16 shares at a price of $997.47 for a total of $15,959.52. Chief Financial Officer Kyle Epley bought 6 shares on the same day at $997.47 totaling $5,984.82, while Group President Jason Kaiser picked up 5 shares at $997.47 worth $4,987.35. Later on June 30, 2026, David Maclennan acquired 22 shares at $1,055.33 for a total of $23,217.26.
Wall Street Analyst Outlook
Analyst firms have frequently reviewed their targets as the share price climbed. On August 5, 2026, UBS maintained its Neutral rating with a $925.00 target, while Truist Securities kept a Buy rating and set a target of $1,225.00. Barclays maintained an Equal-Weight rating with a $900.00 target on August 6, 2026, and DA Davidson kept a Neutral rating with an $882.00 target. Evercore ISI Group maintained an Outperform rating at $1,045.00 on August 11, 2026. Freedom Broker upgraded the stock to a Buy with a $980.00 target on September 10, 2026. Later in the autumn, Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating on October 5, 2026, adjusting its target to $1,100.00, and Citigroup maintained a Buy rating with a $950.00 target on October 12, 2026. The stock currently holds a consensus Buy recommendation with a mean price target of $951.11 across 26 analyst opinions.
Heavy Equipment Leadership
Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Caterpillar manufactures construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines. The firm operates massive global segments spanning resource industries, energy and transportation, and financial products to support infrastructure projects worldwide.
What to Watch at Caterpillar Inc.
Investors tracking Amundi and other large institutional filers will look toward the upcoming October earnings report for further details on cash flow and equipment demand. Future filings will reveal whether major asset managers maintain or adjust their positions as the stock trades near historic highs. This overview is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Source: Amundi's 13F filing on $CAT (May 18, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Find the original filing: Amundi 13F filings on SEC EDGAR. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts