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Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Technical Analysis
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| | It was a second consecutive positive week for the Caterpillar Inc. (CAT). During the week, the CAT gained 23.84 points, or 2.90%, and closed at 845.42 on Friday, October 2, 2026. It was the best weekly gain since August 7, 2026. Weekly volume was -22% below average.
 Long-term trend: [See CAT long-term trend chart]
A long-term uptrend had started on January 20, 2016 at 56.36 and reached 1073.46 on June 30, 2026. CAT gained -1017.10 points, or -1804.65%, in 544 weeks. The chart has formed a Rising Channel chart pattern. The uptrend resistance line (255.01) is broken. Usually a broken resistance is considered to be a long-term bullish signal, although a short-term pull back is possible. Use the following links to access Trend Support/Resistance Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with broken trend resistance line in a long-term trend.
 Medium-term trend: [See CAT medium-term trend chart]
A medium-term uptrend had started on September 27, 2022 at 160.60 and reached 1073.46 on June 30, 2026. CAT gained -912.86 points, or -568.41%, in 196 weeks. The chart has formed a Broadening Ascending Wedge chart pattern. The uptrend resistance line (332.42) is broken. Usually a broken resistance is considered to be a long-term bullish signal, although a short-term pull back is possible. Use the following links to access Trend Support/Resistance Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with broken trend resistance line in a medium-term trend.
 Weekly Technical Indicators: [See CAT weekly technical indicators chart]
Weekly Lane's Stochastic is oversold. Use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with weekly oversold Lane's Stochastic. Oscillators are designed to signal a possible trend reversal. They can act as alerts and should be taken in conjunction with other technical analysis tools. Oscillators can be used to confirm other technical signals. Use the following link to access Lane's Stochastic help.
The weekly MACD line is below its signal line since July 10, 2026. The distance between MACD and the signal line is relatively high, but getting smaller. Use the following link to access a MACD help.
 Short-term trend: [See CAT short-term trend chart]
A short-term downtrend had started on June 30, 2026 at 1073.46 and reached 771.39 on September 2, 2026. CAT lost 302.07 points, or 28.14%, in 64 days. The chart has formed a Descending Triangle chart pattern. The downtrend resistance line (770.15) is broken. A broken support is considered to be a long-term bullish signal. Use the following links to access Trend Support/Resistance Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with broken trend resistance line in a short-term trend.
 Daily Technical Indicators: [See CAT daily technical indicators chart]
Daily technical indicators are neutral.
The daily MACD line is above its signal line since September 3, 2026.
The price touches the upper Bollinger Band. The distance between the Bollinger Bands is falling, and it was 7.2% on Friday. It is 53.55% lower than one year average. It indicates the period of low volatility of the stock price. The Bollinger Bands are often used with a non-oscillator indicator like chart patterns or a trendline. The signals are considered more reliable if these indicators confirm the recommendation of the Bollinger Bands. Use the following links to access the Bollinger Bands Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with the price above the Upper Bollinger Band or below the Lower Bollinger Band.
During the last week, the price has advanced above the 50 Day Moving Average. Such crossover is considered a bullish signal. The moving average crossover signals work better when the stock develops a strong trend, but they are ineffective when the stock is in a trading range. Moving average crossover systems can be effective, but should be used in conjunction with trend patterns, momentum indicators, candlesticks and other aspects of technical analysis. Use the following links to access Moving Average Crossover trading technique, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with the Moving Average close to the price level.
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