The most recent number of shares outstanding can be found on the front cover of the most recent 10-K or 10-Q.
As of February 8, 2011, there were 76,609,609 shares of common stock outstanding.
You should contact Whirlpool Corporation's transfer agent.
Computershare Trust Company, N.A.
Shareholder Services
P.O. Box 43069
Providence, RI 02940-3069
Telephone: 877-453-1504
Outside the United States: 781-575-2879
TDD/TTY for the Hearing Impaired: 800-952-9245 www.computershare.com
Whirlpool Corporation does offer a direct purchase plan. The plan is administered by Computershare Trust Company. For additional information regarding the plan, please visit www-us.computershare.com/investor.
Yes, Whirlpool Corporation typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. It is important to note that each dividend payment must be approved by the Whirlpool Board of Directors. The Board determines the frequency and amount of dividends paid to shareholders.
Yes, Whirlpool Corporation does offer a Dividend Reinvestment Plan. The plan is administered through Computershare Trust Company. For additional information regarding the plan, please visit www-us.computershare.com/investor.