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Is Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) the Best Dow Stock for the Next 12 Months?

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Caterpillar Inc. ( NYSE : CAT ) is a price-weighted index that has long been seen as a barometer of the health of the U.S. economy.

After touching all-time highs in late November 2024 , the index has corrected nearly 7% in 2025 .

The market is expected to remain volatile as the trade and other aspects of the US administration’s policy agenda play out.

Caterpillar Inc. ( NYSE : CAT ) manufactures construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives.

Despite macroeconomic pressures, consensus still sees a 20% upside potential with a median price target of $ 355 .

CAT ranks 12th on our list of best and worst dow stocks for the next 12 months .

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