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Caterpillar vs John Deere: comparing CAT and DE stock
12-month growth, from 100━ CAT −2.3% ━ DE +40.9%
| Metric | CAT | DE |
|---|---|---|
| Price, $ | 553.64 | 663.31 |
| Year to date | −2.9% | +42.9% ● |
| 12 months | −2.3% | +40.9% ● |
| From 52-week high | −48.4% | −8.0% ● |
| vs 200-day average | −31.5% | +9.2% ● |
| P/E | 21.2 | 36.9 |
| Dividend yield | 1.05% ● | 0.96% |
| Revenue growth, YoY | +20.3% ● | +8.3% |
| Operating income growth | +26.2% ● | +0.5% |
| Operating margin | 19.1% ● | 13.5% |
| Gross margin | 30.2% ● | 25.2% |
| Market cap | $254.5B | $178.8B |
| Next earnings | Feb 4, 2027 | Nov 25, 2026 |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which is better to buy: Caterpillar or John Deere?
We do not advise what to buy. By the numbers: John Deere rose more over the year (+40.9%); John Deere is closer to its 52-week high; Caterpillar has the higher operating margin; Caterpillar is growing revenue faster; Caterpillar has the lower P/E. How to weigh such signs is covered in «How to analyse a stock».
Can I buy both?
Yes. Many hold several companies in one industry to avoid depending on one. A broad index fund often already holds the largest US companies.
When do they report?
Caterpillar — Feb 4, 2027; John Deere — Nov 25, 2026.