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We see few reasons to be optimistic about 2006.
Our primary concern remains GM's ability to turn around the performance of its North American automotive operations.
It's definitely a broadening of the wholesale market, and that's a positive because that market is a relatively new market in the last few years. It's been an important market since their downgrade.
We always want to have the right rating on a company. There's nothing magical about the timing.
In the next 18 months -- leading up to crucial labor negotiations -- both companies must demonstrate progress in turning around their North American operations to significantly reverse recent negative financial trends.
The progress is such that we can have a provisional separation.
At a minimum, we do not see any dramatic reversals for North American automakers.
Many consumers continue to perceive that GM and Ford vehicles are of lower quality than some objective measures show they really are. We believe changing this perception will be a multiyear process.
Time is short to remedy these issues. The next 18 months is very important. It's vital both companies demonstrate progress in turning around their North American operations.
They're continuing to make progress. So far we're not predicting a deal won't get done.