- Can my dividend be reinvested and used to purchase more shares?
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Yes, dividends can be reinvested under the Diageo Dividend Reinvestment Plan. Simply contact the Diageo Registrar for a brochure and mandate form. Alternatively you can register with our shareholder portal at www.diageoregistrars.com and manage your application online. However, please note that the Plan is not available to persons in the USA or to residents of the USA. The e-mail address of the Diageo Registrar is the.registrar@diageo.com.
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- Can I have dividends paid direct to my UK bank/building society account?
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Yes dividends can be paid direct to your account while the tax voucher is sent to your registered address. A dividend mandate form will need to be completed. Dividend mandate forms are available in the Shareholder services section of our Investor area or by emailing the.registrar@diageo.com. Alternatively you can call us on 0131 519 2090 or register with our shareholder portal at www.diageoregistrars.com and manage your bank account details online.
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- My dividend cheque is out-of-date. What do I do?
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You should return your cheque to the Diageo Registrar in order for it to be replaced. Please note that Diageo dividend cheques are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
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- How do I buy/sell Diageo ordinary shares?
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Diageo shares can be bought and sold by contacting a stockbroker. Diageo can offer shareholders a low cost share dealing service in conjunction with the stockbrokers Stocktrade. The service is not available to persons in the USA or to residents of the USA.
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- I want to gift shares to someone. How do I go about it?
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You should complete a stock transfer form and return it to the Diageo Registrar with your share certificate(s). A stock transfer form can be downloaded in the Shareholder services section of our Investor area.
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- Can I transfer shares to my children/grandchildren?
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Yes, provided they are 18 years of age and over.
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- One of my relatives has just died. What steps do I need to take to have the shares transferred into my name, as beneficiary?
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We require a certified copy of the death certificate, a sealed office copy Grant of Representation when available and the share certificate(s). Once the Grant has been noted in our records we will arrange to have the shares transferred into the name of the beneficiary. For further details, please contact the Diageo Registrar. A Grant of Representation is a document granted by the courts giving authority to a person or persons to administer an estate. This can be obtained personally or through a solicitor.
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- How do I inform you of my change of address?
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Please write to the Diageo Registrar giving your previous address and quoting the 11 digit unique investor code found on your share certificate or tax voucher. Alternatively you can call us on 0131 519 2090 or register with our shareholder portal at www.diageoregistrars.com and manage your address details online. Full contact details can be found by clicking the contacts link in the Investor section of the website.
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- What was the value of Guinness/GrandMet shares on 31 March 1982?
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The market value of a Guinness Ordinary share was 38.25p after adjustment for the one for one capitalisation issue on 17 October 1991. The market value of a GrandMet ordinary share was 213p. This value should be adjusted for the effects of (i) subsequent rights and capitalisation issues, and (ii) the sub-division of the shares in 1992.
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- How do I check a shareholding?
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Shareholdings can be checked by contacting the Diageo Registrar's office either by calling our shareholder helpline or by e-mail at the.registrar@diageo.com. Please quote your full name and address and the 11 digit unique investor code reference number found on your share certificate or tax voucher. Full contact details can be found by clicking the contacts link in the Investor section of the website.
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- I have lost my share certificate. How do I arrange a duplicate?
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Please advise the Diageo Registrar - in writing - which share certificate is lost and you will be sent a Letter of Indemnity for completion. You should sign and return this to the Diageo Registrar to enable a duplicate share certificate to be issued. Please note that we will require a fee for the production of a Letter of Indemnity. Please contact us to discuss the current fee payable. Full contact details can be found by clicking the contacts link in the Investor section of the website.
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- Do you charge for any of your services?
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Yes. In line with normal registration practice, we do charge for various services. You will be informed of this when you make a chargeable request.
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- Do you provide duplicate tax certificates for dividends paid?
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Duplicates can be obtained by writing to the Diageo Registrar stating which duplicates are required. Please note that we will require a fee for producing duplicate tax certificates. Please contact us to discuss the current fee payable. Full contact details can be found by clicking the contacts link in the Investor section of the website.
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- What were the terms of the merger of Grand Metropolitan PLC and Guinness PLC?
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Shares were exchanged on 17 December 1997 on a one for one basis with no new share certificates issued - shareholders in former Guinness and former Grand Metropolitan held the same number of shares in Diageo plc after the merger. However, on 31 January 1998, the Share Capital was reorganised. For every 1.000 old Diageo ordinary shares, shareholders received 0.864 New Ordinary shares and 0.136 B shares. Therefore a shareholder with 1,000 old Ordinary shares would have received 864 New Ordinary shares and 136 B shares.
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- I used to own 1,000 Guinness/GrandMet shares. Now I only have 864. Why is this?
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Following the share capital reorganisation on 31 January 1998, you were issued with 864 Ordinary shares and 136 B shares. The B Shares were redeemable for 514 12/17 pence per B share.
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- Are B shares valid?
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No. If your B shares were not redeemed for cash prior to 1 August 1998, they were automatically converted into ordinary shares of 28 101/108 pence each and a new ordinary share certificate issued to you at that time.
The B share certificates were not recalled for cancellation.
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- Following the capital repayment what was the acquisition cost of both the New Ordinary and B shares?
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The New Ordinary share price is 549p while the B share price is 500.5p per share.
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- Why have I not received a Guinness/GrandMet dividend since 1997?
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Both Guinness and GrandMet paid their last ever dividend to shareholders in October 1997. The first Diageo dividend was paid on 24 April 1998.
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- Are Guinness/GrandMet share certificates still valid?
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No. Guinness and Grand Metropolitan share certificates were replaced with a Diageo share certificate on 2 February 1998. If you are unable to find your Diageo share certificate and would like a replacement please advise the Diageo Registrar in writing and you will be sent a Letter of Indemnity for completion. You should sign and return this to the Diageo Registrar to enable a duplicate share certificate to be issued. Please note that we will require a fee for the production of a Letter of Indemnity. Please contact us to discuss the current fee payable. Full contact details can be found by clicking the contacts link in the Investor section of the website.
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- What is the difference between an ADR and an ADS?
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An ADR (American Depositary Receipt) is a negotiable certificate issued by a depositary bank representing a specific number of shares of a non-U.S. company traded on a US stock exchange. An ADS is the share issued under the ADR agreement which is actually traded.
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- How do I buy or sell Diageo's ADRs?
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You can purchase Diageo ADRs through Citibank's International Direct Investment Plan. The Plan allows first time and existing investors to purchase depositary receipts at reduced costs.
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- How can I find out how many ADS shares I have?
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If you are a Citibank International Direct Investment Plan participant Citibank can give you information on your ADR holdings. They can be reached at +1-866-253-0933 or at citibank@shareholders-online.com. For those holders who are not registered because their shares are held through a "Street name" (nominee account), please contact your nominee for information on your ADR holdings.
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- How often will I receive account statements?
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You will receive account statements as activity is generated. You will also receive a year end statement showing all year-to-date transaction activity. You should retain these statements for tax purposes.
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- What should I do if I lose an ADR certificate?
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If your certificate is lost, stolen or destroyed, you should notify Citibank Shareholder Services immediately by calling toll free 1-866-253-0933. You may also write Citibank at:
Citibank Shareholder Services
PO Box 43077
Providence, IR 02940-3077
Please have your Social Security Taxpayer Identification number and please reference Diageo plc ADR.
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- How do I change my address?
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Please contact Citibank Shareholder Services when you move so that your account records can be updated and your dividend cheque is sent to the right address. Citibank Shareholder Services can be reached at 1-866-253-0933 during regular business hours Monday-Friday 08:30 AM through 6:00 PM EST.
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- What is the difference between a registered holder and a beneficial ADR holder?
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A registered holder is one whose name appears on the books of the depositary. The registered holder is considered the owner of the record. A beneficial holder is one whose holdings are registered in a name other than his or her own, such as the name of a broker, bank or nominee account.
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- What is Diageo's trading symbol and ADR ratio?
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Diageo is traded in the US on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'DEO'. Four ordinary Diageo shares represent One Diageo ADS.
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- How do I convert my ordinary shares into ADRs?
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Converting ordinary shares into ADRs must be done through a broker or investment advisor.
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- When will the Diageo ADR dividend be paid and in what currency are they paid?
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Diageo expects to announce two dividends a year, which are paid by Diageo in Sterling, converted, then sent to you in US dollars. The dividend payment dates are listed in the Financial Calendar.
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- Can I have my dividends directly deposited?
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All or a portion of your cash dividend can be deposited directly to your bank account. In order to take advantage of this option your bank or financial institution must be part of Automatic Clearing House (ACH). If you are interested in this option please call Citibank Shareholder Services on 1-866-253-0933.
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- What happens if I lose my dividend cheque or tax form?
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You may request the replacement of lost or missing cheques by contacting Citibank's toll free number +1-866-253-0933. Please ensure you have your Social Security Taxpayer Identification number ready when calling.
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- In what currency do Canadian residents receive dividends?
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Resident Canadian ADS shareholders will receive their dividends in US ($) dollars.
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- How would a transaction in ADS shares be taxed?
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Neither Diageo nor Citibank can give advice on tax matters. All tax matters should be referred to your financial or tax advisor.
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- Are there any UK tax effects associated with my dividends?
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Neither Diageo nor Citibank can give advice on tax matters. All tax matters should be referred to your financial or tax advisor.
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- Who is Diageo's depositary bank?
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Citibank is Diageo's depositary bank. Citibank Shareholder Services toll free number within the US is 1-866-253-0933 (international callers may dial 1-781-575-4555) Monday through Friday 08:30 AM - 6:00 PM EST. Written enquiries may be made to:
Citibank Shareholder Services
PO Box 43077
Providence, IR 02940-3077
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- Where are Diageo ADS shares traded?
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The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DEO.
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- What is Diageo's CUSIP number?
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25243Q205
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- What is Diageo’s SEDOL (Stock Exchange Daily Official List) number?
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0237400
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- Who will vote the ADRs held at the Shareholders' Meeting?
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Holders of ADRs, as of record date, are entitled to instruct the Depositary Bank ('Citibank'), to vote at the Company's Shareholder Meeting with respect to the number of ordinary shares represented by the respective ADRs held.
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- What financial information is available to US investors?
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Diageo provides the same financial information to all investors and conforms to all laws in the UK and the US on disclosure. To receive financial information on the company by mail call or email our US Investor Relations Department at +1-888-227-8214 or at investor.rel@diageo.com.
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- What is Diageo's fiscal year and corresponding earnings release dates?
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Diageo's fiscal year runs from 1 July to 30 June. Diageo's key dates are listed in the Financial Calendar.
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- Does Diageo issue quarterly reports?
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No, Diageo publishes its results half yearly.
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