The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation owns some Caterpillar stock! Caterpillar makes big machines like those used in construction and mining. It's a company whose sales go up and down over time.
- Caterpillar's sales depend on how well the construction, mining, and energy industries are doing.
- Experts think Caterpillar's sales might be at their highest point right now.
- The company's future sales are uncertain, as they depend on various economic factors.
| Fact | Number |
|---|---|
| Stock price increase in last 3 years | 83% |
| Stock price increase in last 5 years | 176% |
| Estimated free cash flow range (2025) | $5 billion - $10 billion |
It's important to remember that predicting stock prices is tricky, and this is not financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risk, and this news only looks at some information about a particular company.
