SKF reported financial results for Q4 2009 and full year 2009. While sales and profits declined compared to previous year, cash flow for 2009 was a record high. Demand improved slightly in Q4 but was still lower than a year ago. Additional cost reduction efforts were undertaken. For Q1 2010, demand is expected to be slightly higher than Q4 2009. The company will continue adapting costs while increasing activities in growing areas and new environmental offerings.