CAT Dividend Calendar

This page tracks all CAT dividend payments including ex-dividend dates and dividend amounts. Use this information to plan your dividend investing strategy and track dividend income.

Dividend Profile

Company: Caterpillar Inc.

Sector: Industrials

Market Cap: Large Cap

Exchange: NYSE

Payment Type: Quarterly Dividends

Yield Category: Growth/Income

Dividend Yield Info

Ex-Dividend Date: Last day to buy CAT stock to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

Record Date: Date when shareholders must own stock to receive dividend (typically 1 business day after ex-date).

Payment Date: When dividend cash is deposited to your account (usually 2-3 weeks after ex-date).

Investment Strategy

Buy Before: Purchase shares before the ex-dividend date to qualify for payment.

Hold Period: No minimum holding period after ex-date, but consider tax implications.

Reinvestment: Consider DRIP (dividend reinvestment plan) for compound growth.

Dividend History Insights

CAT dividend predictions are based on historical payment patterns and official company dividend policies. Actual dividend announcements may vary based on company performance, earnings, and board decisions.

Tax Considerations

• Qualified dividends taxed at capital gains rates

• Hold shares for 60+ days around ex-date for qualified treatment

• Consider dividend timing for tax optimization

• REIT/MLP dividends may have different tax treatment