Operating Expenses

Defined Contribution Plan Cost

Caterpillar Defined Contribution Plan Cost remained flat by 0.0% to $208.75M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 12.7%, from $185.25M to $208.75M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Defined Contribution Plan Cost shows an upward trend with a 10.8% CAGR.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 13, 2026
Metric ID: ibm_defined_contribution_plan_cost

Historical Data

5 years
 FY'21FY'22FY'23FY'24FY'25
Value$554.00M$506.00M$681.00M$741.00M$835.00M
YoY Change—-8.7%+34.6%+8.8%+12.7%
Range$506.00M – $835.00M
CAGR+10.8%
Avg YoY Growth+11.9%
Median YoY Growth+10.7%
Current Streak3 years growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caterpillar's defined contribution plan cost?
Caterpillar (CAT) reported defined contribution plan cost of $208.75M in Q4 2025.
How has Caterpillar's defined contribution plan cost changed year-over-year?
Caterpillar's defined contribution plan cost increased by 12.7% year-over-year, from $185.25M to $208.75M.
What is the long-term trend for Caterpillar's defined contribution plan cost?
Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Caterpillar's defined contribution plan cost has grown at a 10.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $554.00M to $835.00M.