Caterpillar stock saw an 85% increase from its April 2025 low through the December 2025 settlement. The company also marked 7 consecutive years of gains. In 2026, Caterpillar added another 28% in the first 6 weekly closes. The trend reflects the booming commodity markets, including softs, livestock, and metals.

Caterpillar’s success in 2025 continued into 2026 with a 28% increase. The company has benefitted from the surge in commodity prices, especially in metals like gold, silver, copper, and platinum. Caterpillar’s heavy equipment demand for mining and energy sectors has created a backlog, driven by increased infrastructure spending.

Investors are drawn to Caterpillar due to its ties to the booming commodity markets through mining equipment and energy products. The company’s success is reflected in its stock performance, with a 393% increase from the March 2020 low through December 2025. The trend is expected to continue, but changes could occur based on market forces.

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