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Barnes Group Inc. Notifies Stockholders of Classification for 2011 Cash Distributions

Dépèche transmise le 14 décembre 2011 par Business Wire

Barnes Group Inc. Notifies Stockholders of Classification for 2011 Cash Distributions

BRISTOL, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B), a diversified global manufacturer and logistical services company, today announced classification for cash distributions for the 2011 calendar year to assist its stockholders in their tax planning. Cash distributions during 2011 are anticipated to be wholly classified as an ordinary dividend distribution. Stockholders who have questions regarding the impact on their taxes should consult with their personal tax advisor.

Barnes Group Inc. and its predecessor companies have paid a dividend to stockholders on a continuous basis since 1934.

About Barnes Group Inc.

Barnes Group Inc. is a diversified global manufacturer and logistical services company focused on providing precision component manufacturing and operating service support. Founded in 1857, approximately 4,800 dedicated employees at more than 60 locations worldwide are committed to achieving consistent and sustainable profitable growth. For more information, visit www.BGInc.com. Barnes Group, the Critical Components People.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release may contain certain forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are made based upon management's good faith expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effect upon the Company and can be identified by the use of words such as "anticipated," "believe," "expect," "plans," "strategy," "estimate," "project," and other words of similar meaning in connection with a discussion of future operating or financial performance. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties described in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, include, among others, uncertainties arising from the current or worsening disruptions in financial markets; future financial performance of the industries or customers that we serve; changes in market demand for our products and services and numerous other matters of global, regional or national scale, including those of a political, economic, business, competitive, environmental, regulatory and public health nature. The Company assumes no obligation to update our forward-looking statements.