Caterpillar stock price holds near $647 as CAT heads into a holiday-shortened week — here’s what matters next
New York, Jan 17, 2026, 11:52 EST — Market closed. Caterpillar Inc shares finished Friday almost flat, as investors focused on the company’s upcoming late-month earnings for fresh direction after a volatile start to the season. The stock closed at $646.89. (MarketWatch) This is crucial now since Caterpillar straddles construction, mining, and major infrastructure outlays. Traders lean on its dealer insights and end-market updates for a fast gauge of whether demand is slipping or steady. Rates are back in focus. Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson described the current policy stance as “well positioned” ahead of the Fed’s Jan. 27-28