Caterpillar
Corporate Bias Rating
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Risk Level:
Summary:
Caterpillar does not yield to political activism in shaping corporate governance, preventing initiatives that potentially alienate consumers, divide employees, and harm shareholders. The company elevates merit, excellence, and integrity ahead of race and identity-based policies. Caterpillar does not embrace corporate initiatives that redirect its central focus from business goals to partisan policies and divisive issues. This approach protects free exercise, free speech, and free enterprise.
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CEO of Caterpillar
D. James Umpleby III
Summary:
Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Caterpillar is a member of the Fortune 250 operating in the Capital Goods industry. D. James Umpleby III and D. James Umpleby III serve as CEO/President and Chairman, respectively, leading the company’s C-suite executive team and the board of directors. Amongst these teams, the collective leadership is responsible for $282,716 to Republican causes and $66,100 to Democratic causes. Under their tenure, Caterpillar currently holds a 'Lower Risk' risk rating.
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$282,716
$66,100
Republican
Democrat
China Risk Database
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Total Estimated Sanctions (3-year Avg.)
$0
Average Annual Revenue
Global
$0
China Revenue
0.00%
$0
Annual Average of Total Assets
Global
$0
China Assets
0.00%
$0
Shareholder Proposals
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Date | ESG Category | Proponent | Summary of Resolution | Mgmt Rec | Total Vote % in Favor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12/24 | Governance | John Chevedden | Independent Board Chairman | Against | 31.17% |
| 6/12/24 | Governance | Myra K. Young | Lobbying Disclosure | Against | 22.98% |
| 6/12/24 | Governance | National Center for Public Policy Research | Director Board Service | Against | 1.54% |
| 6/14/23 | Governance | Myra K. Young | Provide Disclosure on Direct and Indirect Lobbying | Against | 28.90% |
| 6/14/23 | Environmental | John Chevedden | Report on how Caterpillar Lobbying and Policy Activities Align with the Goal of the Paris Agreement | Against | 28.10% |
| 6/14/23 | Social | Wespath Benefits and Investments | Report on Business Activities in Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas | Against | 14.18% |
| 6/14/23 | Social | National Center for Public Policy Research | Audit Analyzing the Impacts of the Company's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policies | Against | 1.70% |
| 6/8/22 | Environmental | As You Sow | Report on Long-Term Greenhouse Gas Targets Aligned with Paris Agreement | Against | 95.50% |
| 6/8/22 | Social | Myra K. Young | Report on Lobbying | Against | 44.28% |
| 6/8/22 | Governance | John Chevedden | Special Meetings - Reduce Ownership Req. to 10% | Against | 43.22% |
| 6/8/22 | Social | Wespath Benefits & Investments | Report on Activities in Conflict-Affected Areas | Against | 10.37% |
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Caterpillar
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