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Komatsu may follow rivals in raising prices in North America: CFO

Komatsu's Chief Financial Officer has indicated that the company may increase prices in North America, following similar moves by competitors. The decision comes amid ongoing inflationary pressures and supply chain challenges.

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Construction equipment maker expects profit drop as Middle East demand slumps

Komatsu expects higher fuel costs to carve into net profit. (Komatsu)

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June 18, 2026 00:15 JST

TOKYO -- Komatsu is putting North American price increases on the table as the Japanese construction equipment maker anticipates a profit decline stemming from falling Middle Eastern demand.

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Komatsu may follow rivals in raising prices in North America: CFO

Bias read (Center): The article presents a neutral report on potential price increases by Komatsu without overtly favoring any particular perspective. It does not include biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing.

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