EP posted a sharp decrease in net income from 2007, due to a large gain EP recognized in 2007 from the divesture of a major pipeline unit. Stock rose, however, as revenue climbed 24% and management increased earnings forecasts for 2008. See: http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/djf500/200805080818DOWJONESDJONLINE000613_FORTUNE5.htm