Caterpillar’s Biggest Profit Miss in a Decade

Caterpillar’s Biggest Profit Miss in a Decade

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The video discusses the impact of China's slowing economic growth on global companies, particularly Caterpillar. It highlights Caterpillar's significant share price decline and regional performance, with a focus on the Asia Pacific region. CEO Jim Umpleby provides insights into the company's future outlook, forecasting a flat market in China for 2019. The video also explores Caterpillar's correlation with emerging markets, raising questions about future market reactions.

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What forecast did Jim Umpleby provide regarding the Chinese market for 2019?

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How has the sales trend of Caterpillar in Asia changed over the years according to the text?

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