Caterpillar Shares Purchased by NorthCrest Asset Management

Institutional investor increases stake in industrial equipment manufacturer

Mar. 22, 2026 at 10:52am

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NorthCrest Asset Management LLC grew its position in shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) by 2.0% during the fourth quarter, according to the company's 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund now owns 76,492 shares of the industrial products company's stock, valued at $47,127,000.

Why it matters

Caterpillar is a bellwether for the industrial and manufacturing sectors, so changes in institutional ownership can signal broader market sentiment. NorthCrest's increased stake suggests confidence in Caterpillar's long-term growth prospects.

The details

NorthCrest Asset Management added 1,471 shares of Caterpillar to its portfolio during the fourth quarter, bringing its total holdings to 76,492 shares. Caterpillar now makes up 1.1% of NorthCrest's total assets under management.

  • NorthCrest Asset Management filed its 13F report for the fourth quarter on March 22, 2026.

The players

NorthCrest Asset Management LLC

An institutional investment management firm that oversees a portfolio of industrial and manufacturing stocks.

Caterpillar Inc.

A global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines.

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The takeaway

NorthCrest's increased stake in Caterpillar suggests the firm sees continued growth potential in the industrial equipment maker, which could signal broader optimism about the manufacturing sector's outlook.