DuPont reported financial results for 4Q 2008 and full year 2008. Net sales decreased 17% in 4Q due to a 20% decline in volume, though pricing increased 7%. For the full year, net sales rose 4% while volume declined 5% and pricing increased 7%. Earnings per share were negative $0.70 in 4Q and $2.20 for the full year. All business segments experienced sales declines in 4Q, with Performance Materials down 30% and Coatings & Color Technologies down 21%. DuPont expects continued challenges in 2009 from weak global economic conditions and has initiatives to reduce costs, capital spending, and working capital to enhance earnings and cash flow.