Caterpillar Named No. 5 In World’s Most Respected Companies

Barron's, America’s premier financial weekly, recently conducted an annual survey of corporate respect, where the business magazine asked investors to make one of four selections when rating companies – "highly respect, respect, respect somewhat, or don't respect."

Investors ranked companies based on management, business strategy, ethical business strategies and competitive edge, among other factors and Caterpillar landed in the top ten at number five.