Post-earnings recap
Reported
Wed, Jul 25, 2012
Est. EPS
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Implied move
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EPS beat rate
63%
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Caterpillar's earnings report showed a strong performance with an EPS beat, which likely contributed to the stock's 1.44% increase. However, without revenue figures or management commentary, investors may be cautious about the overall picture. The lack of guidance also leaves uncertainty about future performance.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $2.54 | N/A | +11.75% |
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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