Frequently Asked Questions

Applied Materials stock is listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol "AMAT." Shares can be purchased or sold from any stock brokerage firm or financial institution that provides brokerage services.


Does Applied Materials have a direct purchase plan?

No, Applied Materials does not have a direct purchase plan. We review options on a regular basis and will post any changes to our stock programs on this web site.


Does Applied Materials issue dividends or have a DRIP program?

Applied Materials does not currently issue dividends. Applied Materials reinvests cash back into the business, with the objective of adding product offerings, maintaining a technology lead and growing our market share. The company does not have a dividend reinvestment program (DRIP) plan.


When was the last stock split? And, what was the stock price and ratio when it split?

Applied Materials Stock History


Why does Applied Materials report pro forma results?

Applied Materials reports pro forma results so that investors can compare our results from regular ongoing operations with and without non-recurring charges or credits.

The fiscal year ends on the last Sunday of October of each year. The 2000 quarter endings are:

Applied Materials Worldwide Locations


What products does Applied Materials sell?

Applied Materials Products and Services


How can I get additional investor information on Applied Materials?

Contact your stock broker, call Applied Materials' Shareholder Services Hotline at 1-800-882-0373, or request an Investor Package online.


How can I get a copy of Applied Materials latest Annual Report or Quarterly statement?

You may view our latest Annual Report or Quarterly statements electronically on, or via links to, this web site. To obtain printed copies of financial information use the literature request form found on this web site or call the Investor Relations' services hotline at 1-800-882-0373 with your request.


When is the Applied Materials shareholder meeting and who can attend?

Each year we welcome our shareholders to the Applied Materials Annual Meeting. Notice of this annual meeting, which is generally held during the second week of March, is issued in the proxy statement.


I have questions regarding my stock certificates. Who do I contact?

Please contact our transfer agent, Computershare Investor Services (Formerly Harris Trust), Chicago, Illinois. Shareholders can call customer service at (312) 588-4991 for transfers, address changes, or any other questions regarding Applied Materials stock certificates.

Information changes or questions can also be e-mailed to Computershare Investor Services: web.queries@computershare.com


How do I change my address or title on my Applied Materials stock certificate?

All questions regarding your ownership of Applied Materials stock should be addressed to Computershare Investor Services:

Computershare Investor Services
Formerly Harris Trust

P.O. Box 1689
Chicago, IL 60690-1689
Phone (312) 588-4991
Fax (312) 765-8052 or (312) 293-8561
Email: web.queries@computershare.com


How do I contact Applied Materials?

You can contact Applied Materials by calling the Shareholder Service Hotline at 1-800-882-0373 or Investor Relations at (408) 748-5227.

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