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**Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (CATF) Q1 2025 Financial Summary** **Financial Health and Performance:** - **Revenue:** $860 million, up 1% from Q1 2024, driven by higher average earning assets. - **Profit Before Taxes:** $174 million, down 24% from Q1 2024, due to the absence of an insurance settlement and higher provision for credit losses. - **Net Profit:** $130 million, down 24% from Q1 2024. - **Profit Margins:** Operating margins were impacted by higher provision for credit losses and the absence of an insurance settlement. - **Cash Flow:** Net cash provided by operating activities was $243 million, down from $263 million in Q1 2024. **Key Metrics and Trends:** - **Finance Receivables:** Increased to $29,400 million, with a slight increase in the allowance for credit losses. - **Past Dues:** Decreased to 1.58% from 1.78% in Q1 2024. - **Non-Performing Assets:** Remained low, at less than 1% of finance receivables. - **Liquidity:** Strong liquidity position with $663 million in cash, up from $599 million at the end of 2024. **Segment Performance:** - **North America:** Strong performance with increased retail financing. - **EAME and Asia/Pacific:** Mixed results with some segments showing growth in new business volume. - **Mining and Power:** Decreased new operating lease activity due to lower rentals. **Future Operations and Uncertainties:** - **Economic Conditions:** Monitoring global economic factors, including supply chain disruptions and inflation. - **Credit Ratings:** Maintaining high credit ratings is crucial for favorable borrowing costs. - **Regulatory Environment:** Adapting to new accounting standards and potential changes in financial services regulations. **Conclusion:** CATF demonstrated resilience in a challenging economic environment, maintaining strong liquidity and managing credit risks effectively. The company's focus on portfolio health and strategic adjustments will be key to navigating future uncertainties.