NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / November 13, 2026 / Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) shareholders lost $65.99 per share on October 29, 2026, when the stock fell 9.25% to close at $647.39 after the Company reported third quarter results that included $460 million in manufacturing costs across its construction and resource industries businesses. If you suffered a loss on your Caterpillar investment, you are encouraged to click here to submit your information. You may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
The $460 million in manufacturing costs disclosed for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 was comprised of higher freight charges, material costs, and tariffs. Caterpillar also disclosed inventories of $22.2 billion, a 22% increase year over year.
Operating profits for the quarter included $128 million of tariff recoveries. Levi & Korsinsky is investigating whether Caterpillar adequately disclosed the cost and inventory exposure behind those results ahead of the October 29, 2026 report, and whether potential securities law violations occurred.
Investors who purchased Caterpillar shares and lost money can have their CAT losses reviewed at no cost, or reach Joseph E. Levi, Esq. directly at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or (212) 363-7500.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the CAT Investigation
Q: What is the CAT securities fraud investigation about?
A: A securities investigation is pending concerning Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) regarding potentially materially false or misleading statements. Shares fell approximately 9.25% after the Company disclosed third quarter results including $460 million in manufacturing costs and a 22% year-over-year increase in inventories, causing losses for shareholders.
Q: Who is conducting the CAT investigation?
A: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP is investigating potential securities fraud claims on behalf of investors who purchased CAT securities. The firm is nationally recognized, ranked in the ISS Top 50 for seven consecutive years, and has recovered billions of dollars for aggrieved investors.
Q: Who is eligible to participate in the CAT investigation?
A: Investors who purchased CAT stock or securities and suffered financial losses may be eligible. Eligibility is based on purchase date and documented losses -- not on whether you still hold the shares.
Q: What do CAT investors need to do right now?
A: Investors may gather brokerage records showing purchase dates, share quantities, and prices paid. Submit your information for a no-cost, no-obligation evaluation of your potential recovery. No immediate action is required to remain eligible to participate in the investigation.
Q: What is a lead plaintiff and why does it matter?
A: If the investigation proceeds to legal action, a lead plaintiff is the investor the court appoints to represent the group of affected investors. Lead plaintiffs are typically investors with the largest documented losses. Contacting the firm during the investigation phase preserves that option.
Q: What if I already sold my CAT shares -- can I still recover losses?
A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold the shares. Investors who bought CAT and sold at a loss may still participate in the investigation.
Q: What if my CAT losses are small -- is it still worth contacting a lawyer?
A: Yes. There is no minimum loss amount required to participate in the investigation.
Q: What does it cost me to participate?
A: There is no upfront cost to submit your information and review whether you may be eligible to recover. Should you choose to participate in any resulting action, these matters are generally handled on a contingency basis, with any attorneys' fees and expenses subject to court approval.
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SOURCE: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
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