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Industrials
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Stock — Today's Move
$813.94
+$13.80 today
CAT is up 1.72% today in the Industrials sector. Volume is 0.
Day High
$821.00
Day Low
$801.00
Open
$802.38
Prev Close
$800.14
Volume
0
Avg Vol (30d)
0
52-Wk High
$1,017.43
52-Wk Low
$569.76
Sector
Industrials
Today's Move
+1.72%
Why is CAT moving today?
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FAQ — CAT
Why is CAT moving today?
CAT is up 1.72% in the current session. Scroll to the news section below to see the most recent headlines and catalysts driving the move.
Is Caterpillar Inc. a good stock to buy today?
WeeklyTrader.io does not provide financial advice. Always verify catalysts, assess risk, and conduct your own research before making any investment decision.
What is CAT's average volume?
Average volume for CAT is approximately 0 shares per day based on the trailing 30 sessions.