CLAIM #13796 · CAT (CAT) · 2026Q1 earnings call · Apr 30, 2026 · due Dec 31, 2026
“We anticipate growth in power generation for both reciprocating engines and turbines, driven by increasing energy demand to support data center build-out related to cloud computing and generative AI.”
Joe Creed · CEO
How to check this claim
Look at: Energy & Transportation segment power generation revenue (reciprocating engines and turbines), fiscal year 2026 vs 2025
It came true if: Reported power generation revenue for FY2026 higher than FY2025 (directional growth, > 0%)
Where: Company 10-K / Q4 earnings release, Energy & Transportation segment disclosures (power generation revenue by application)
In context
“reflects the strategic investments we're making to execute our growth strategy as well as the ongoing impact of tariffs. The situation around tariffs remain fluid, while we continue to execute our mitigation plans. Kyle will discuss our revised estimate for tariffs in more detail. I remain confident that we'll manage the impact of tariffs over time as we aim to operate around the midpoint of our adjusted operating profit margin target range. We're also increasing our MP&E free cash flow expectations to be higher than 2025, reflecting our improved outlook and strong top line growth. To further support our outlook, I'll discuss our key end markets starting in Energy. The 2026 outlook remains positive. Robust backlog was driven by continued momentum in both power generation and oil and gas. We anticipate growth in power generation for both reciprocating engines and turbines, driven by increasing energy demand to support data center build-out related to cloud computing and generative AI. We continue to see demand for prime power trend higher as data center customers look for alternative power solutions to keep pace with their growth. Oil and gas expect moderate growth for the year. Reciprocating engine sales are expected to increase, driven by strong demand in gas compression applications. Solar turbines oil and gas backlog remains healthy with continued solid order and inquiry activity. As a result, we anticipate another year of strong turbine sales. Services revenues in oil and gas are also expected to increase in the year. Demand for products in industrial applications is projected to grow modestly in 2026. For Construction Industries, we continue to expect full year sales to users growth, supported by strong order rates. Overall, the outlook for North America remains”
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SEC filings for CAT ↗ · Claim quote is verbatim from the 2026Q1 earnings call.