CAT · News · 20261102N

Acquisition / Partnership / Divestiture

CATERPILLAR INC · 2026-11-02 · Importance 41 · Surprise 60

Caterpillar completed its acquisition of John Fabick Tractor Company, known as Fabick, on November 2, 2026, after entering into an agreement in September. Fabick is a Cat dealer with more than 100 years of customer relationships and service history. The dealership serves portions of Missouri and Illinois, all of Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula; Caterpillar said the acquisition is intended to maintain service continuity and integrate Fabick’s operations into its dealer network.

Key facts

• Caterpillar entered into an agreement to acquire Fabick in September 2026; the acquisition was described as a customer-focused decision to support a seamless ownership transition while maintaining existing service and local support. source
• Caterpillar agreed to acquire John Fabick Tractor Company to reinforce its regional footprint in Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and maintain customer support and service continuity. source
• Caterpillar plans to integrate John Fabick Tractor Company's operations into its broader dealer network to streamline parts, maintenance, and machinery support in the acquired territories. source
• On November 2, 2026, Caterpillar acquired John Fabick Tractor Company (Fabick), a Cat dealer with more than 100 years of service and customer relationships across portions of Missouri and Illinois, all of Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. source