Investing
Payments to acquire finance receivables
Caterpillar Payments to acquire finance receivables increased by 21.2% to $3.89B in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionInvesting
CategoryGrowth
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026
How to read this metric
Higher payments indicate increased lending activity and support for vehicle sales, while lower payments may signal tighter credit standards or reduced demand.
Detailed definition
Cash outflows related to the origination or purchase of loans and lease receivables, primarily driven by a captive finan...
Peer comparison
Standard for automotive OEMs with captive finance arms like Ford Credit or Toyota Financial Services.
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cf_cat_payments_to_acquire_finance_receivablesHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $3.21B | $3.89B |
| QoQ Change | — | +21.2% |
| YoY Change | — | +21.2% |
Range$3.21B – $3.89B
Avg YoY Growth+21.2%
Median YoY Growth+21.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Caterpillar's payments to acquire finance receivables?
- Caterpillar (CAT) reported payments to acquire finance receivables of $3.89B in Q1 2026.
- What does payments to acquire finance receivables mean?
- Cash spent to fund loans or leases for customers.