Dow Chemical converted last years loss into a 4Q gain.

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Dow Chemical Co.(NYSE:DOW) on Tuesday said it posted a fourth-quarter profit of $87 million and expressed guarded anticipation about a global economy that seems assertive to bounce back faster in emerging markets. Because the company's chemicals are in a vast array of products from insulation to car paint, Dow's results and outlooks can serve as a benchmark for consumer concern. The Midland, Mich., company said the quarterly profit was driven by strength in emerging markets and gains from acquisitions. Earnings elevated to $87 million, or 8 cents per share. A year ago, in the heart of the recession, Dow posted a loss of $1.55 billion, or $1.68 per share. During 2009, Dow cut jobs, button downed plants, cut its dividends and sold assets to maintain money and decrease any debts.

Dow Chemical Co. saw volume gains across nearly all operating divisions in the fourth quarter. The best-performing divisions were health and agricultural sciences, basic chemicals and performance products. Emerging markets delivered a 33% volume advancement. Regionally, China led the way with a 60% growth in volume, while India and Russia each upgraded volume by 30%.

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