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DuPont Increases FY 2010 Earnings Guidance

Thursday 28. October 2010 - DuPont expects its full-year earnings to be about $3.10 per share, excluding significant items which will include a fourth quarter $.13 per share loss on the early extinguishment of debt. The previous guidance range was $2.90 to $3.05 per share.

The increased outlook reflects strong third quarter results and expectations for sustained demand in key global markets, continued pricing momentum and benefits from ongoing productivity. The outlook also assumes Pharmaceuticals full-year pre-tax income will be about $480 million.
DuPont expects full-year free cash flow to be about $1.7 billion.