Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-06-11
Caterpillar Inc. Increases Quarterly Dividend by 12 Cents
Caterpillar Inc. announced a quarterly dividend increase of 12 cents to $1.63 per share, effective for shareholders of record by July 20, 2026. The company also reported the results of its 2026 Annual Shareholders Meeting, where all directors were re-elected, the independent auditor was ratified, and the executive compensation was approved. However, a shareholder proposal to allow actions by written consent was rejected.
- Filer
- Caterpillar Inc. CAT · NYSE
- Filed
- Accession
- 0001104659-26-072929
- CIK
- 0000018230
- Signal
- High impactIndustrials
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Renowned for its high-quality machinery and equipment, Caterpillar operates predominantly in the construction, mining, transportation, and energy sectors, providing essential machinery and solutions that drive significant projects worldwide. The company enhances productivity and efficiency through innovative technology and services, striving to advance sustainable practices and reduce environmental impact. Headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, Caterpillar holds a pivotal role in the industrial segment by supporting large-scale infrastructure development and resource extraction projects across the globe, thereby considerably contributing to economic growth and modernization.
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