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$840M Atlas Energy deal + AI sector expansion → trading at $708

Caterpillar is expanding its footprint in power generation and AI sectors through a deal worth $840 million with Atlas Energy, diversifying beyond its traditional construction and mining equipment business. The stock is trading at $708, up from a recent low, with 15 analysts recommending Buy and an average 12-month target of $736 implying modest 4% upside. High input costs and contracting EPS remain analyst concerns, while the company is also pushing forward with skilled trades initiatives amid continued geopolitical uncertainty.