Investor FAQ

When will Dell announce its quarterly results?

Important dates can be found on the Investor Relations Calendar.

What stock market does Dell stock trade on?

Does Dell have a website devoted to corporate responsibility and sustainability issues?

Yes. Information regarding Dell's Corporate Responsibility initiatives can be found here, including Dell's latest Global Corporate Responsibility Report.

Does Dell have a direct stock purchase program (DSPP)?

Yes, a direct stock purchase and sale plan is sponsored and administered by American Stock Transfer & Trust Company ("AST"). For additional information¹ please call AST toll free at (877) 739-9991, or visit their website at www.amstock.com.

Information on Dell's website about AST's direct stock purchase and sale plan is provided for your convenience only, and does not imply any sponsorship or endorsement of the plan by Dell.

Does Dell have a dividend re-investment (DRIP) program?

We do not pay a dividend, so dividend reinvestment is not an option. We believe that our earnings are best utilized by investing in internal growth opportunities, such as new products, new customer segments and new geographic markets.

Does Dell have a mailing list for financial information?

In an effort to control costs, Dell does not mail quarterly reports to shareholders. For your convenience, the Investor Relations Department has made recent financial statements and all news releases available on our website.

What is Dell's purpose?

Delivering technology solutions that enable people everywhere to grow and thrive.

Who should I contact regarding my stock certificates?

Our stock transfer agent handles all issues concerning stock certificates, including issuing or transferring certificates and address changes. Please contact AST&T at:
American Stock Transfer & Trust 59 Maiden Lane, Plaza Level New York, NY 10038 1-800-937-5449 Website: http://www.amstock.com.

What is Dell's stock split history?

Below is the history of Dell's stock splits. Dell's Stock trades on the NASDAQ market (DELL). Dell's Initial Public Offering (IPO) was June 22, 1988, at $8.50/share (approximately $0.09/share today, on a split-adjusted basis).

Dell's Stock History
Description	Date	Market Price	Cumulative Split-Adjusted Price
Initial Public Offering	06-22-88	$ 8.50	$ 0.0885
3-for-2 Split	04-09-92	$ 38.72	$ 0.4034
2-for-1 Split	10-27-95	$ 90.00	$ 1.4050
2-for-1 Split	12-06-96	$ 113.50	$ 3.5465
2-for-1 Split	07-25-97	$ 163.00	$ 10.1875
2-for-1 Split	03-06-98	$ 138.50	$ 17.3125
2-for-1 Split	09-04-98	$ 109.50	$ 27.375
2-for-1 Split	03-05-99	$ 86.06	$ 43.0313

Where can I find a history of Dell stock's closing price?

In addition to many resources of financial data on the internet, you can go here for historical stock prices and charts.

What is Dell's S.I.C. Code?

Dell is listed under SIC Code # 3571, Electronic Computers.

What is the Wall Street consensus concerning Dell, and how is it calculated?

To calculate the Wall Street Consensus, approximately thirty Wall Street analysts submit their quarterly earnings estimates to I/B/E/S, Zacks, First Call and other reporting agencies. As policy, we do not endorse these models. Information regarding current consensus estimates can be found on various Internet sites.

Is Dell a member of the S&P 500 or the Fortune 500?

Yes, Dell was added to the S&P 500 on September 6, 1996.

Which Indices include Dell?

Dell is currently a member of 40 Indices, including the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 and Russell1000.

What is Dell's CUSIP number?

The CUSIP number for Dell stock is 24702R 10 1