Summary
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) filed an 8-K on October 28, 2021, to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021. The filing incorporates by reference a press release detailing these results, which is key for investors to understand the company's recent performance. Additionally, the report includes supplemental information on retail sales of machines and power systems, providing further insight into underlying business trends and end-user demand.
Key Highlights
- 1Caterpillar reported its Q3 2021 financial results on October 28, 2021.
- 2The 8-K filing includes the official press release detailing the financial performance.
- 3Supplemental data on retail sales of machines was provided.
- 4Supplemental data on retail sales of power systems (engines, locomotives) to end users and OEMs was also provided.
- 5The filing is being furnished under Regulation FD, ensuring broad dissemination of information.
- 6The Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel signed the report.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Caterpillar's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021, through an incorporated press release. It also provides supplemental retail sales data.
The detailed financial results are available in the press release dated October 28, 2021, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.
The filing provides supplemental information regarding retail sales of Caterpillar's machines to end users, as well as retail sales of power systems (including engines and locomotives) to both end users and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
Caterpillar's financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2021, were announced on October 28, 2021.