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Weighted Average Exercise Price of Outstanding Options
Caterpillar Weighted Average Exercise Price of Outstanding Options increased by 12.9% to $220.52 in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Weighted Average Exercise Price of Outstanding Options shows an upward trend with a 14.0% CAGR.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionEquity
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 13, 2026
How to read this metric
Higher prices relative to market value suggest lower immediate dilution risk, while lower prices indicate higher potential for future dilution.
Detailed definition
This is the average price at which holders of outstanding stock options can purchase company shares. It provides insight...
Peer comparison
Varies based on historical stock performance and compensation philosophy compared to industry peers.
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weighted_avg_exercise_price_options_outstandingHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $169.57 | $195.28 | $220.52 |
| QoQ Change | — | +15.2% | +12.9% |
| YoY Change | — | +15.2% | +12.9% |
Range$169.57 – $220.52
Avg YoY Growth+14.0%
Median YoY Growth+14.0%
Current Streak2+ quarters growth
Weighted Average Exercise Price of Outstanding Options at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Caterpillar's weighted average exercise price of outstanding options?
- Caterpillar (CAT) reported weighted average exercise price of outstanding options of $220.52 in Q4 2025.
- What is the long-term trend for Caterpillar's weighted average exercise price of outstanding options?
- Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), Caterpillar's weighted average exercise price of outstanding options has grown at a 14.0% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $169.57 to $220.52.
- What does weighted average exercise price of outstanding options mean?
- The average price at which outstanding employee stock options can be converted into shares.