Caterpillar Inc. is expected to announce its 32nd consecutive annual dividend increase in June, projecting a 7.3–8.6% boost to $6.48–$6.56. CAT's Q1 2026 earnings rebounded with 30% EPS growth, supporting continued high single-digit dividend growth and a comfortable 32% payout ratio. JPMorgan and other large banks are also forecast to announce mid-to-high single-digit dividend increases, reflecting stable but moderating EPS growth.