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KLA CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Aug 4, 2011)

Filed August 4, 2011For Securities:KLAC

Summary

KLA Corporation (KLAC) filed an 8-K on August 4, 2011, reporting two key events. First, the company's independent Board of Directors approved an increase in CEO Richard P. Wallace's annual base salary from $800,000 to $900,000, effective August 29, 2011. This salary adjustment also impacts his potential cash bonus target under the Performance Bonus Plan, as the bonus is calculated as a percentage of base salary and tied to company operating margin and strategic objectives. Second, the Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per share, payable on September 1, 2011, to shareholders of record on August 15, 2011. This dividend declaration indicates a continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Investors should note that the salary increase for the CEO is subject to performance metrics, aligning executive compensation with company performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1CEO Richard P. Wallace's annual base salary increased from $800,000 to $900,000, effective August 29, 2011.
  • 2The CEO's salary increase will also raise his annual cash bonus target under the Performance Bonus Plan.
  • 3The Performance Bonus Plan is tied to the company's operating margin and a balanced scorecard of strategic objectives.
  • 4KLA-Tencor's Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.35 per share.
  • 5The dividend is payable on September 1, 2011.
  • 6Shareholders of record as of August 15, 2011, will receive the dividend.
  • 7The company filed a press release detailing these announcements as an exhibit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The filing does not explicitly state the reason for the CEO's salary increase, but it was approved by the independent members of the Board of Directors. Such increases are typically based on performance, responsibilities, and market compensation standards.

The CEO's annual cash bonus target under the Performance Bonus Plan increases because the bonus is calculated as a percentage of his base salary. Therefore, a higher base salary directly translates to a higher potential bonus amount, assuming performance targets are met.

The cash dividend of $0.35 per share is payable on September 1, 2011, to shareholders who are on record as of the close of business on August 15, 2011.

No, the primary events reported in this 8-K filing are the CEO's salary adjustment and the declaration of a cash dividend. The filing also includes the press release announcing these events as an exhibit.