Caterpillar Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Caterpillar Inc. reported a robust second quarter in 2021, with sales and revenues increasing by 29% to $12.9 billion compared to the same period in 2020. The company's profit per share reached $2.56, and adjusted profit per share was $2.60. The strong performance was attributed to higher sales volume due to increased end-user demand and changes in dealer inventories.
Second-quarter sales and revenues increased 29% to $12.9 billion.
Profit per share was $2.56, and adjusted profit per share was $2.60.
Operating profit margin was 13.9%, compared to 7.8% in the prior year.
The company returned $0.8 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.
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