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Who is the transfer agent for Mattel common stock?
Computershare (formerly EquiServe) is the transfer agent for Mattel common stock. Inquiries relating to stockholder accounting records, stock transfer, dividends (including dividend reinvestment) and direct stock purchase for Mattel, Inc. Common Stock should be directed to: Computershare Trust Company, N.A
P.O. Box 43010
Providence, Rhode Island 02940-3010
Telephone number:
888-909-9922
Website: www.computershare.com
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What is the ticker symbol for Mattel common stock?
The ticker is "MAT".
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What exchanges does Mattel common stock trade on?
The common stock of Mattel is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.
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Who are the analysts following Mattel?
Please see our Analyst Listing.
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Does Mattel pay a dividend on its common stock?
On Nov. 21, 2008, the Mattel Board of Directors declared the company's common stock annual dividend for 2008 of $0.75 per share, payable on Dec. 18, 2008 to stockholders of record at the close of business on Dec. 5, 2008. For additional information see Stock Split/Dividend History.
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Does Mattel have a Dividend Reinvestment Program (DRIP) or Direct Stock Purchase Plan?
Mattel has a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) and Direct Stock Purchase Plan. For further information, please contact: Computershare Trust Company, N.A
P.O. Box 43010
Providence, Rhode Island 02940-3010
Phone: 888-909-9922
Website: www.computershare.com
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What was the conversion rate for The Learning Company when it was acquired in 1999?
On May 13, 1999 Mattel acquired The Learning Company, and shares of The Learning Company became exchangeable for 1.2 shares of Mattel common stock.
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What was the conversion rate for Tyco Toys, Inc. when it was acquired in 1997?
On March 27, 1997 Mattel acquired Tyco Toys, Inc., and shares of Tyco Toys, Inc. became exchangeable for 0.48876 shares of Mattel common stock.
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What was the conversion rate for Fisher-Price, Inc. when it was acquired in 1993?
On November 30, 1993 Mattel acquired Fisher-Price, Inc. and shares of Fisher-Price, Inc. became exchangeable for 1.275 shares of Mattel common stock. Adjusting for subsequent stock splits (see Stock Split/Dividend History for detail) the conversion ratio would be 2.49 shares.
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When has Mattel had stock splits?
Mattel has had a number of stock splits over the years with the most recent being on March 1, 1996. For further details about our stock splits, please see Stock Split/Dividend History.
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Who should I contact with questions regarding the Mattel Shareholder litigation?
For further information regarding this settlement you may contact: Rick Nelson, at Lerach Coughlin Stoia Geller Rudman & Robins LLP, 655 West Broadway, Suite 1900, San Diego, California 92101, Telephone: 800/449-4900. Please do not contact the Court or Mattel.
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How can I get information about Softkey Exchangeable Shares?
Inquiries relating to stockholder accounting records, stock transfer and dividends for Softkey Exchangeable Shares should be directed to:
Computershare Trust Company, N.A.
P.O. Box 43010
Providence, Rhode Island 02940-3010
Website: www.computershare.com
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| Financial Information |
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How can I obtain information on Mattel's latest operating results?
Our latest operating results can be accessed through our latest Financial Information. Go to e-mail alert registration to sign-up for alerts for new filings and other announcements.
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Where can I find historical financial information for Mattel?
Historical financial information for Mattel can be found by going to Financial Information.
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How can I get SEC documents (such as a Form 10-K or 10-Q)?
The SEC filings button under Financial Information offers access to many of our recent SEC documents. Go to e-mail alert registration to sign-up for alerts for new filings and other announcements.
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How can I receive a Mattel investor pack?
The standard "investor pack" typically includes the most recent annual report, Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, proxy, and quarterly earnings release. Please complete the written materials request form or call -1-866-MAT-6973 (1-866-628-6973)
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How do I get added to the E-mail distribution list for Mattel financial information?
Please subscribe at e-mail alert registration.
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| Corporate Information |
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What are Mattel's credit ratings?
Mattel's credit ratings for senior-term debt and commercial paper as of August 2, 2006 were as follows:
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Baa2 |
BBB |
BBB- |
| Commercial paper |
P-2 |
F-2 |
A-3 |
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Who is Mattel's independent auditor?
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP
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Where can I find information about Mattel's history
Highlights from our company's history can be found in the About Us section of this website.
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Where can I find recent Mattel press releases?
Please see Press Releases. Go to e-mail alert registration to sign-up for alerts for new releases and other information.
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Where can I find public speeches or presentations by Mattel's executives?
Please see Presentations.
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Where can I find information about Mattel's philanthropic programs?
Sharing our success with customers, vendors, shareholders and communities is one of our core values. Details about our philanthropic efforts can be found in the About Us section under philanthropy.
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Where can I get employment information at Mattel?
Details can be found in our Careers section.
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