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These documents provide a comprehensive financial report for Caterpillar Inc. detailing the company’s performance during the first quarter of 2026. The records show a significant 22% increase in sales, reaching $17.4 billion, alongside a substantial 30% rise in profit per share compared to the previous year. Management attributes this growth to high customer demand and price realization, resulting in a record order backlog of $63 billion. Beyond current earnings, the sources outline long-term strategic goals and investments intended to triple large engine production capacity by 2030. The data also tracks a massive $5.7 billion capital return to shareholders through buybacks and dividends. Finally, the reports evaluate potential economic risks and segment-specific results across construction, resource, and energy industries.