Quotes by Robert Schulz

“Its definitely a broadening of the wholesale market, and thats a positive because that market is a relatively new market in the last few years. Its been an important market since their downgrade.”

“We have a negative outlook on the company. We dont think anything will happen in 2006 to cause the rating to go up.”

“Theyre continuing to make progress. So far were not predicting a deal wont get done.”

“The progress is such that we can have a provisional separation.”

“We always want to have the right rating on a company. Theres nothing magical about the timing.”

“At a minimum, we do not see any dramatic reversals for North American automakers.”

“Our primary concern remains GMs ability to turn around the performance of its North American automotive operations.”

“We see few reasons to be optimistic about 2006.”

“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.”

“Time is short to remedy these issues. The next 18 months is very important. Its vital both companies demonstrate progress in turning around their North American operations.”