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| Q: How can I invest in Viacom? |
A: You can invest in Viacom by contacting a stockbroker
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| Q: What is the ticker symbol for Viacom’s common stock, and where is it traded? |
A: Viacom stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trades under the symbols "VIA" for Class A common stock and "VIA.B" for Class B common stock. Class A is voting stock, and Class B is non-voting stock.
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| Q: Who is the transfer agent for Viacom’s common stock? |
A: Viacom's transfer agent is BNY Mellon Shareowner Services (1-800-507-7799). To change your address, download forms, get answers to frequently asked questions or access your individual stock account with a pre-assigned Investor Identification ("IID"), visit their website at www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd. You can also e-mail them at shrrelations@bnymellon.com.
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| Q: What is the difference between VIA and VIA.B? |
A: Viacom has two classes of common stock: Class A, which is the voting stock, and Class B, which is the non-voting stock. There is no difference between the two classes except for voting rights; they generally trade within a close price range of each other. There are, however, far more shares of Class B outstanding, so most of the trading occurs in that class.
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| Q: What are the CUSIP numbers for Viacom common stock? |
A: The CUSIP for Viacom Class A common stock is 92553P 10 2. The CUSIP for Viacom Class B common stock is 92553P 20 1.
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| Q: Does Viacom pay a dividend? |
A: No, the Board of Directors has not declared any dividend on Viacom common stock.
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| Q: Can I convert one class of Viacom common stock into the other? |
A: You can convert shares of Viacom Class A common stock into shares of Class B common stock on a one-for-one basis, but you cannot convert Viacom Class B common stock into Class A common stock. Contact BNY Mellon Shareowner Services at www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd or telephone 1-800-507-7799 for more information.
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| Q: Does Viacom have a share buyback program? |
A: On December 12, 2005, the Board of Directors approved a $3 billion stock purchase program, under which the company is authorized from time to time to acquire its Class A and Class B common stock. The buyback became effective with the split and commenced on January 3, 2006. The program will be financed using existing cash and available borrowings. For more information, you can contact Viacom's Investor Relations department at 1-800-516-4399.
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| Q: Why is Class A (voting) common stock so thinly traded? |
A: National Amusements, Inc., beneficially owns a majority of the Class A common stock. Sumner M. Redstone, the controlling stockholder of National Amusements, is Viacom’s Chairman.
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| Q: When was Viacom Inc. formed? |
A: As of December 31, 2005, the company now known as Viacom Inc. was spun off from its parent, now known as CBS Corporation (and previously known as Viacom Inc.), pursuant to an agreement and plan of merger by which the corporation formerly known as Viacom Inc. was separated into two publicly traded companies: Viacom Inc. and CBS Corporation. For further information, contact Viacom’s Investor Relations department at 1-800-516-4399.
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| Q: Have there been any stock splits? |
A: No.
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| Q: I am still holding certificates for the former Viacom. What do I do with them? |
A: You must exchange your certificate shares for book-entry shares of Viacom Inc. and CBS Corporation. To obtain a letter of transmittal or for more information about the exchange, please contact Viacom's Investor Relations Department at 1-800-516-4399.
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| Q: I exchanged my shares of the former Viacom Inc. and received a statement confirming my shares of Viacom and CBS Corporation in book-entry form. Can I have a stock certificate issued instead? |
A: No, certificates are not available. Shares of each company are issued electronically (in book-entry form) by way of the Direct Registration System, which eliminates the physical handling and safekeeping responsibilities inherent in owning physical stock certificates, and the need to return a duly executed stock certificate to effect a transfer. For information on transferring your Viacom shares, please contact our transfer agent, BNY Mellon Shareowner Services, at 1-800-507-7799, or go to www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd.
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| Q: I exchanged my shares of the former Viacom Inc. and received a check for a fractional share. When will I receive my 1099? |
A: 1099Bs will be sent by January 31 of the year following any such payment.
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| Q: When does Viacom's fiscal year end? |
A: Viacom's fiscal year ends December 31.
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| Q: When will Viacom report its next quarterly earnings? |
A: Please check under “Financial Announcements” on this website or contact Viacom's Investor Relations department at 1-800-516-4399.
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| Q: When is Viacom's next Annual Meeting of Stockholders? |
A: Notice will be posted under "Financial Announcements" on this website when Viacom’s Annual Meeting is scheduled, or you can contact Viacom's Investor Relations department at 1-800-516-4399.
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| Q: How can I obtain investor materials? |
A: Annual reports, financial metrics, public filings, presentations, webcasts and annual meeting materials are or will be available on this website. You can also have certain materials mailed to you by calling Viacom's Investor Relations department at 1-800-516-4399.
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| Q: How can I update my address or transfer my shares? |
A: If you are a Viacom stockholder, and you own your shares directly—not through a broker—please contact Viacom’s transfer agent, BNY Mellon Shareowner Services, at 1-800-507-7799, or go to www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd.Otherwise, contact your stockbroker.
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| Q: I have sold (or am thinking of selling) my Viacom stock and need to determine my cost basis. Where can I obtain such information? |
A: You should contact your stockbroker or Viacom's Investor Relations department at 1-800-516-4399. A member of our team will be happy to assist you.
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