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Does Ashland pay dividends on its common stock?

Ashland's current quarterly cash dividend is 25 cents per share. Ashland's historical practice has been to pay dividends on the 15th day of March, June, September and December if declared by the board of directors. Ashland's board of directors has declared a dividend every quarter since December 1936.

Does Ashland offer a direct stock purchase or dividend reinvestment plan?

Yes, whether purchasing shares for the first time or adding to existing holdings, investors can buy and sell Ashland stock directly through EQ Shareowner Services, Ashland's stock transfer agent-registrar, which administers the plan. More information and an enrollment form can be found on the EQ Shareowner Services website at www.shareowneronline.com or obtained by calling EQ Shareowner Services at +1 855 598 5486call toll-free within the U.S. or +1 651 450 4064call outside the U.S.

Who is Ashland's transfer agent-registrar?

EQ Shareowner Services is Ashland's transfer agent-registrar, rights agent, dividend disbursing agent and dividend reinvestment plan agent. Correspondence and questions concerning shareholdings should be directed to:
 

EQ Shareowner Services
161 N. Concord Exchange
South St. Paul, MN 55075

Mailing Address:
Equiniti Trust Company Shareowner Services
P.O. Box 64874
St. Paul, MN 55164
Phone: +1 855 598 5486call toll-free within the U.S.
  or +1 651 450 4064call outside the U.S.
TDD: +1 651 450 4144call
Website:  www.shareowneronline.com
What is Ashland's fiscal year and how do I get a copy of the current Annual Report?

Ashland's fiscal year begins on October 1 and ends on September 30. The annual report is published in December and mailed to shareholders who have elected to receive printed copies of proxy materials. The annual report and Securities and Exchange Commission Forms 10-Q and 10-K are available at no charge either electronically or by requesting printed copies.

When does Ashland announce quarterly earnings?

In general, Ashland announces its quarterly results during the third or fourth week of January, April, July and October. Earnings announcements and other Ashland press releases can be received via e-mail.

Is direct deposit of dividend checks available?

Electronic deposit of dividend checks is available for shareholders of record. Information and forms are available from EQ Shareowner Services at +1 855 598 5486call toll-free within the U.S. or +1 651 450 4064call outside the U.S.