cat ceo positive on global outlook

interviewed on the sbs business today show the ceo of caterpillar in the usa was predicting 4%gdp global growth

he is particularly pleased with the positive growth opportunities now due in our asian region and expected follow up sales revenue from the cat dealers down under

can't wait to the nhr egm nexrt week on 9/12/04 when more detailed info will be released on business strategy of the nhr/westrac/allight combined group

in the future keep a watch on like for like bolt on acquisitions ie.ah plant hire,western access,and kennards

plus a return to paying dividends 'possibly' around the
2.5c a share mark or 5% divi yield