Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Caterpillar Inc. on February 9, 2021, covering events that occurred on February 3, 2021. The filing addresses corporate governance updates regarding the company's registered agent and office in Delaware.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is strictly administrative and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
- Registered Agent Change: The Company changed its registered agent to Corporation Service Company.
- Registered Office Change: The registered office address was updated to 251 Little Falls Drive, County of New Castle, Wilmington, Delaware 19810.
- Corporate Charter Update: A Restated Certificate of Incorporation was filed to integrate the changes to the registered agent and office, amending Article II of the Restated Certificate of Incorporation.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document focuses solely on the execution of the corporate charter amendments.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the effective date of the registered agent and office change (February 3, 2021).
- Confirm the new registered office address in Wilmington, Delaware.
- Review the attached Restated Certificate of Incorporation (Exhibit 3.2) for the full legal text of the amendments.