June 2009 -- While revenue declined 16% in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2009, Dell achieved a 16% year-over-year reduction in operating expenses and boasted solid cash flow from operations.
Revenue for the quarter ended Jan. 30 was $13.4 billion, a decline of 16%. Earnings per share were 18 cents, which includes previously announced pretax expenses of $277 million, or 11 cents per share. Operating expenses were down $363 million from the same quarter a year ago, and cash flow from operations for the quarter was $729 million.
"Within our business, we're being very disciplined in managing costs, generating profitability and cash flow, and investing in ways that separate Dell from others today and when the economy inevitably improves," said Michael Dell, chairman and CEO.
