Annual results
2009
Annual Results 2009 - Jan 26, 2010
| 2009 (USD m) | 2008 (USD m) | % change (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 44,267 | 41,459 | 7 (lc: 11) |
| Operating income | 9,982 | 8,964 | 11 |
| Net income | 8,454 | 8,163 | 4 |
| Basic EPS (USD) | USD 3.70 | USD 3.59 | 3 |
Core1 | |||
| Operating income | 11,437 | 10,319 | 11 |
| Net income | 10,267 | 9,501 | 8 |
| Basic EPS (USD) | USD 4.50 | USD 4.18 | 8 |
(1) Core results for operating income, net income and earnings per share (EPS) eliminate the impact of acquisition-related factors and other significant exceptional items.
See annual report page 151 for further information on core results
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2010 key events
Jan 26 - Fourth quarter and full-year 2009 results
Feb 26 - Annual General Meeting
Apr 20 - First quarter 2010 results
Jul 15 - Second quarter and first half 2010 results
Oct 21 - Third quarter and first nine months 2010 results