Operating leverage: Description of business for Caterpillar, Inc. ATC 11-1 Business Applications With 2014 sales and revenues of $55. 184 billion, Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer o construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diese electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments-Re Industries, Construction Industries, and Energy & Transportation (formerly Power Systems-and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. Caterpillar is also a leading U.S. exporter. Resource 2014 2013 Caterpillar, Inc Revenue Operating earnings $55,184 $55,656 5,328 5,628 Description of business for the Kroger Company from its Form 10-K: The Kroger Co. was founded in 1883 and incorporated in 1902. As of January 31, 2015, we are one of the largest retailers in the nation based on annual sales... As of January 31, 2015, Kroger operated, either directly or through its subsidiaries, 2.625 super- permarkets were operated in Company-owned facilities, including some Company-owned bui stores operate under several banners that have strong local ties and brand recognition. Supe markets and multi-department stores, 1,330 of which had fuel centers. Approximately leased land. Our current strategy emphasizes self-development and ownership of buildings on Our store real estate rma rkets