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This annual report summarizes Caterpillar's performance in 2002, a challenging year with declining markets and a stalled global economy. Despite weak industry conditions, Caterpillar achieved strong profits through cost cutting measures. The report highlights how Caterpillar has diversified its business beyond construction machinery through expanded offerings in engine, financing, and logistics services to make the company less vulnerable to economic cycles. It expresses confidence that Caterpillar is well-positioned for future growth when economies rebound given its focus on technology, quality products, and global dealer network.

2003 General and Financial Information (Proxy Appendix)finance5

2003 Caterpillar Inc. Annual Reportfinance5

Caterpillar's 2003 annual report outlines steps to building a great company. It discusses (1) inventing revolutionary products like tracked machines that became Caterpillar tractors; (2) choosing distribution partners wisely, like the network of over 200 independent and family-owned dealers worldwide; and (3) continually innovating and anticipating customer needs through new technologies like ACERT engines and e-business solutions for dealers.

? 2004 General and Financial Information (Proxy Appendix)finance5

? ? 2004 Caterpillar Inc. Annual Reportfinance5

The document is Caterpillar's 2004 annual report. It highlights that 2004 was a very successful year where Caterpillar set sales, revenue, and profit per share records. The company's sales increased over $7 billion and it surpassed its $30 billion sales goal two years ahead of schedule. The report discusses Caterpillar's strong position for future success due to its technology leadership, global footprint, focus on key industries, and emphasis on people. It celebrates the accomplishments of Caterpillar's employees around the world.

2005 General and Financial Information (Proxy Appendix)finance5

? 2005 Caterpillar Inc. Annual Reportfinance5

This annual report summary covers Caterpillar's record financial results in 2005, including sales and revenues of $36.34 billion and profits of $2.85 billion. Caterpillar's order backlog indicates continued market strength in 2006. The company implemented a new enterprise strategy in 2005 focused on people, product, process performance, and profitable growth. Key goals include improving employee safety, product quality, and order-to-delivery times. Caterpillar remains the global leader in its industries and is well positioned for more growth, with a target of $50 billion in sales by 2010. Challenges include making further safety, quality, and availability improvements to maintain leadership.

? 2006 General and Financial Information (Proxy Appendix)finance5

This document provides an overview of Caterpillar Inc.'s financial information for 2006 including: - Sales increased to $41.5 billion in 2006 from $36.3 billion in 2005 driven by higher machinery and engine sales. - Net income increased to $3.5 billion in 2006 from $2.8 billion in 2005. - Total assets were $50.9 billion at the end of 2006, up from $47.1 billion in 2005, with inventory and property, plant and equipment being the largest assets.

? ? 2006 Caterpillar Inc. Annual Reportfinance5

Company Informationfinance5

The document provides biographical information on the members of Caterpillar's Board of Directors and lists the company's executive officers. It identifies the 17 members of the Board of Directors, including their backgrounds, other directorships, and years of service on Caterpillar's board. It also lists the company's executive officers as of the end of 2007, identifying their positions. Finally, it identifies the members and chairs of the Board's four committees: Audit, Compensation, Governance, and Public Policy.

? Financialsfinance5

This document provides financial information about Caterpillar, including sales and revenue figures, profits, expenses, number of employees, patent information, and breakdowns of machinery and engine sales by region and industry. It shows that in 2007 Caterpillar had record sales and revenue of $44.9 billion, profit of $3.5 billion, over 100,000 employees worldwide, and was granted over 400 patents. The majority of machinery and engine sales were in North America, EAME, and Asia/Pacific regions.

At A Glancefinance5

Chairman's Letterfinance5

- 2007 was a record year for Caterpillar, with sales up globally but down 11% in North America, demonstrating the strength of their global business model. - Their integrated services businesses grew 16% and made up 36% of sales, providing earnings stability despite weaknesses in some markets. - Caterpillar had their fifth consecutive year of record sales and fourth year of record profits, and expect another record year in 2008 despite continued weakness in the US.

Success Storiesfinance5

This document discusses how Caterpillar delivers solutions to customers in the oil and gas industry globally. It describes Caterpillar's involvement at each stage of the oil and gas process, from exploring for new reserves using engines and power systems, to extracting oil and gas from wells, processing and treating the resources, and transporting the final products to distributors and end users. The document emphasizes Caterpillar's reliability, serviceability, and ability to power facilities and operations around the world at every link in the oil and gas value chain.

? Caterpillar Production Systemfinance5

The Caterpillar Production System (CPS) aims to dramatically improve safety, quality, and efficiency through employee participation, process transformation, waste elimination and continuous improvement. In 2007, CPS training reached over 50,000 employees and engaged more than 60 dealers. Employees submitted over 160,000 continuous improvement ideas. CPS is building a future Caterpillar with real traction in its second year through transforming processes, streamlining work, and involving employees, dealers and suppliers.

Caterpillar and Oil & Gasfinance5

Caterpillar has a deep and integral presence in the oil and gas industry, providing power and equipment from exploration through distribution. They supply engines, turbines, machines and support for applications including drilling, production, processing, pipeline construction and transportation. Caterpillar has built long-term customer relationships in this industry by meeting evolving needs with efficient, durable and environmentally responsible solutions.

Taking Caterpillar to Marketfinance5

The document summarizes Caterpillar's global process for taking machines to market for customers. It involves understanding customer needs, designing solutions through global engineering collaboration, utilizing a global supply chain, coordinating worldwide manufacturing, assembling products in over 40 countries, distributing parts globally through logistics, providing financial options, offering local service and support through dealers, and sustaining machines by remanufacturing parts. The process is described as delivering unmatched power, dependability and value through an integrated team effort to meet customer needs.

caterpillar ? 2007 Annual Report finance5

The document is Caterpillar's 2007 annual report. It describes how Caterpillar is implementing the Caterpillar Production System (CPS) across its global operations to dramatically improve safety, quality, and production velocity. CPS is based on 6 Sigma principles and aims to standardize processes, eliminate waste, and encourage continuous improvement through employee participation. In 2007, Caterpillar expanded CPS training to 50,000 employees and engaged over 60 dealers in quality programs using CPS methods. The annual report highlights how CPS is transforming Caterpillar's operations from order receipt through delivery to customers.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases ? ? 1Q07 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Cat Financial reported record first quarter revenues of $713 million, up 9% from the previous year, with profits of $125 million, a 6% increase. The revenue growth was driven by higher interest rates on existing loans and growth in the loan portfolio. New retail financing increased 5% to $2.74 billion due to growth in Europe and other segments, while past dues increased but remained within expectations. The results demonstrate the strength of Caterpillar's financial services in supporting diverse industries.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases 2Q07 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (Cat Financial) reported record quarterly revenues of $747 million, up 11% from the same quarter in 2006. Quarterly profit after tax was also a record at $123 million, increasing 16% over 2006. New retail financing reached a record of $3.65 billion, growing 14% compared to the previous year. For the six months ending June 30, 2007, revenues were up 10% to $1.46 billion while profit after tax increased 11% to $248 million, with new retail financing expanding 10% to $6.397 billion.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases 3Q07 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Cat Financial announced record third quarter 2007 results, with revenues increasing 5% to $758 million and profit after tax increasing 1% to $133 million compared to the third quarter of 2006. New retail financing reached a record $3.58 billion, rising 21% over the previous year. While some indicators reflected increases in past dues and write-offs due to the softening U.S. housing industry, these remained below historical averages. Continued global growth outside the U.S. compensated for the weaker domestic housing market.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases ? 4Q07 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Cat Financial reported record revenues of $2.998 billion for 2007, up 9% from 2006. Profits were also up, with profit after tax reaching a record $494 million, a 4% increase over 2006. New retail financing reached a record $14.07 billion, up 16% from 2006. However, past dues over 30 days rose to 2.36% due to weakness in the US housing market, though write-offs remained low by historical standards. The company delivered strong results despite challenges in credit markets and housing.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases1Q08 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (Cat Financial) reported record first quarter revenues of $779 million, a 9% increase over the previous year. Profits after tax were $124 million, a 1% decrease. New retail financing reached a record $3.47 billion, a 27% increase due to growth in Asia-Pacific, Diversified Services and Europe. While performance was strong, past dues and write-offs increased due to the softening U.S. housing industry. Cat Financial remains focused on providing reliable financing to customers and dealers.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases ? 2Q08 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Cat Financial reported record second quarter revenues of $785 million, a 5% increase over the previous year. Net income increased 6% to $130 million. New retail financing reached a record high of $4.6 billion, up 26% compared to the second year. While past dues increased from the previous year, write-offs remained in line with historical averages. The company president said Cat Financial continues to deliver reliable earnings and be a source of financing for customers, despite economic uncertainty in some markets.

caterpillar Quarterly Releases ? ? 3Q08 Cat Financial Resultsfinance5

Cat Financial reported third quarter 2008 revenues of $774 million, up 2% from the previous year. Profits were down 11% to $118 million due to decreased yields on assets and higher expenses. New retail financing increased 22% to $4.38 billion, driven by growth in Asia and diversified services. While past dues rose and write-offs increased, the company said its portfolio performance remained solid compared to previous recessions.

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