Investor FAQs

Q. When and where was Eaton incorporated?
A. Eaton Corporation plc was incorporated in Ireland in 2012. Its predecessor company, Eaton Corporation, was incorporated in 1911 in New Jersey.

Q. When was Eaton first traded on the NYSE?
A. In July of 1923. The initial public offering was 140,000 shares.

Q. What year did Eaton acquire Cooper Industries?
A. The acquisition was announced in May 2012 and closed on November 30, 2012. Learn more here. 

Q. At the time of the Cooper acquisition, what was the Eaton Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)?
A. Eaton determined the fair market value for one Eaton ordinary share to be $51.9056 as of November 30, 2012. U.S. holders are urged to consult their tax advisors for further information as to the particular consequences of the transaction.

Q. What has been Eaton's dividend history?
A. Eaton has paid dividends on common shares quarterly since going public in 1923.

Q. Does Eaton have a dividend reinvestment plan?
A. Yes, for current registered shareholders only.  If you are a registered shareholder, and have questions regarding New Eaton’s Direct Stock Purchase and Dividend Reinvestment Plan, information is available at http://www.shareholder.broadridge.com/eaton-corp or by calling toll-free 888-597-8625.

Q. Does Eaton have a Direct Share Purchase Plan?
A. For further information, please contact Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions at the address below.

Q. How many stock splits have there been for Eaton common shares?
A.
1948 2-for-1
1959 2-for-1
1966 2-for-1
1979 3-for-2
1988 3-for-2
1993 2-for-1
2004 2-for-1
2011 2-for-1

Q. How do I change my address on Eaton stock certificates? Or change titles on the stock?
A. Transfer Agent: Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions

First Class/Registered Mail: 1342, Brentwood, NY 11717

Courier Packages: 1115 Long Avenue, Edgewood, NY 11717

Toll-free: 888.597.8625; 303.562.9631 (outside the U.S.)
TDD: 800.952.9245 (hearing impaired inside the U.S.) TDD: 781.575.4592 (hearing impaired outside the U.S.)
http://www.shareholder.broadridge.com/eaton-corp