COOPER INDUSTRIES INC
10-K, 1994-03-31
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                       SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
                            Washington, D.C.  20549

                                   FORM 10-K

(Mark One)

(X)      ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
         EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
                  For the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993
                                       OR
( )      TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
         EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
          For the transition period from ____________ to ____________

                         Commission file number 1-1175

                            COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.
             (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

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         <S>                                         <C>                 
                        Ohio                                31-4156620
         (State or other Jurisdiction of                 (I.R.S. Employer
          Incorporation or Organization)              Identification Number)

   First City Tower, Suite 4000, Houston, Texas                77002
     (Address of Principal Executive Offices)                (Zip Code)
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                                  713/739-5400
              (Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

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                                                           Name of Each Exchange
       Title of Each Class                                  on Which Registered 
       -------------------                                 ---------------------
  Common Stock, $5 par value                                The New York Stock Exchange
                                                            The Pacific Stock Exchange
  Preferred Stock -
   $1.60 Convertible Exchangeable                           The New York Stock Exchange
    Preferred Stock, $1 par value                           The Pacific Stock Exchange

  Rights to Purchase Preferred Stock                        The New York Stock Exchange
                                                            The Pacific Stock Exchange
  7% Convertible Subordinated
    Debentures due 2012                                     The New York Stock Exchange
</TABLE>

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:  None

         Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all
reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such
filing requirements for the past 90 days.     Yes   X    No _____

         Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to
Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained,
to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information
statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any
amendment to this Form 10-K. ( )
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         The aggregate value of the registrant's voting stock held by
non-affiliates of the registrant as of March 8, 1994 was $5,240,891,595.

        Number of shares outstanding of registrant's Common Stock as of

                          March 8, 1994 - 115,912,510

                      DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Cooper Industries, Inc. Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders
to be held on April 26, 1994 (Part III - Items 10, 11 and 12)

1993 Annual Report to Shareholders (Part I - Item 1, Part II - Items 5, 6, 7
and 8, and Part IV - Item 14(a)(1))






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                                     PART I


ITEM 1. BUSINESS; ITEM 2. PROPERTIES


                                    GENERAL

         The terms "Cooper" or "Company" refer to the registrant, Cooper
Industries, Inc.  Cooper was incorporated under the laws of the State of Ohio
on January 8, 1919.

         The Company operates in five business segments:  Electrical Products,
Electrical Power Equipment, Tools & Hardware, Automotive Products and Petroleum
& Industrial Equipment.

         Cooper manufactures, markets and sells its products and provides 
services throughout the world, operating facilities in 39 countries and 
currently employing approximately 49,500 people.  On December 31, 1993, the 
plants and other facilities used by Cooper throughout the world contained an 
aggregate of approximately 45,435,000 square feet of space, of which 
approximately 85% was owned and 15% leased.  The charts on the next page show 
the number of employees, square footage of facilities owned and leased and 
location of manufacturing facilities for each industry segment.  Cooper 
believes its facilities are adequate and suitable for current and projected 
operations. Certain equipment and production facilities have been financed by 
industrial revenue or pollution control bonds issued by local government 
authorities and are subject to security arrangements customary in such 
financings.





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                                                                                             Square Footage of
                                             Number and Nature of Facilities               Plants and Facilities
                                             -------------------------------               ---------------------

                               Number of
           Segment             Employees   Manufacturing    Warehouse   Sales    Other       Owned        Leased
           -------             ---------   -------------    ---------   -----    -----       -----        ------
 <S>                            <C>             <C>            <C>       <C>       <C>     <C>           <C>
 Electrical Products            10,400           32             8         33       -        6,274,000    1,106,000

 Electrical Power Equipment      4,400           13             3         50       2        3,950,000       84,000

 Tools & Hardware               10,100           39            30          9       2        7,679,000    1,151,000
 
 Automotive Products            13,500           46            16         17       6        7,401,000    2,792,000

 Petroleum &
 Industrial Equipment           10,700           29            35         84       4       13,116,000    1,679,000

 Other                             400            -             -          -       1                -      203,000
                                ------          ---           ---        ---     ---      -----------    ---------

 Total                          49,500          159            92        193      15       38,420,000    7,015,000
</TABLE>




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                                                    Manufacturing Plant Locations
                                                    -----------------------------

                                                                                      Europe
                                United                         South      United      (Other
           Segment              States    Canada    Mexico    America     Kingdom    Than UK)     Australia    Other
           -------              ------    ------    ------    -------     -------    --------     ---------    -----
 <S>                             <C>         <C>       <C>       <C>        <C>         <C>           <C>        <C>
 Electrical Products              20         2         5         -           3           1            1          -

 Electrical Power Equipment       12         -         -         -           -           -            -          1
 
 Tools & Hardware                 25         2         -         2           1           7            2          -

 Automotive Products              31         2         4         1           1           5            1          1

 Petroleum &
 Industrial Equipment             18         -         -         1           5           4            -          1
                                 ---       ---       ---       ---         ---         ---          ---        ---

 Total                           106         6         9         4          10          17            4          3
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         Operations in the United States are conducted by unincorporated
divisions and subsidiaries of the Company, organized by the five business
segments.  Activities outside the United States contribute significantly to the
revenues and operating earnings of all segments of Cooper.  These activities
are conducted in major commercial countries by wholly owned subsidiaries and
jointly owned companies, the management of which is structured through the
Company's five business segments.  As a result of these international
operations, sales and distribution networks are maintained throughout most of
the industrialized world.  Cooper believes that there are generally no
substantial differences in the business risks associated with these
international operations compared with domestic activities.  Exhibit 21.0 is a
list of Cooper's subsidiaries.

         Data with respect to Cooper's industry segments, domestic and
international operations and export sales is contained in Note 15 of the Notes
to Consolidated Financial Statements, incorporated herein by reference to pages
58 through 60 of Cooper's 1993 Annual Report to Shareholders.  A discussion of
acquisitions and divestitures is included in Notes 2 and 4 of the Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements, incorporated herein by reference to pages 44
through 45 and 46 of Cooper's 1993 Annual Report to Shareholders.

         With its five business segments, Cooper serves five major markets:
industrial, construction, electrical power, automotive and oil and gas
exploration, production and transmission.  Markets for Cooper's products and
services are worldwide, though the United States is the largest market.  Within
the United States, there is no material geographic concentration by state or
region.  Most operating units experience significant competition from both
larger and smaller companies with the key competitive factors being price,
quality, brand name and availability.  Cooper believes that it is among the
leading manufacturers in the world of nonpower hand tools, industrial tools,
chain products, drapery hardware and window coverings, automotive brakes,
lamps, wire sets, spark plugs, wiper blades, steering, suspension, driveline
and temperature control products, aviation ignition components, compression
equipment for oil and natural gas applications, drilling-related equipment,
oilfield valves and wellhead equipment, industrial machinery, primary
electrical power equipment, hazardous duty electrical equipment, lighting
products and fuses.

         Cooper's research and development activities are for purposes of
improving existing products and services and originating new products.  During
1993, approximately $42.1 million was spent for research and development
activities as compared with approximately $42.3 million in 1992 and $43.6
million in 1991.  Cooper obtains and holds patents on products and designs in
the United States and many foreign countries where operations are conducted.
Although in the aggregate Cooper's patents are important in the operation of
its businesses, the loss by expiration or otherwise of any one patent or group
of patents would not materially affect its business.

         Cooper does not presently anticipate that compliance with currently
applicable environmental regulations and controls will significantly change its
competitive position, capital spending or earnings during 1994.  Cooper has
been a party to administrative and legal proceedings with governmental agencies
that have arisen under statutory provisions regulating the discharge or
potential discharge of material into the environment.  Orders and decrees
consented to by Cooper have contained agreed-upon timetables for fulfilling
reporting or remediation obligations or maintaining specified air and water
discharge levels in connection with permits for the operations of various
plants.  Cooper believes it is in compliance with the orders and decrees and
such compliance is not material to the business or financial condition of
Cooper.





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         Approximately 55% of the United States hourly production work force of
Cooper is employed in 93 manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and
warehouses not covered by labor agreements.  Numerous agreements covering
approximately 45% of the hourly production employees exist with 49 bargaining
units at 46 operations in the United States and with various unions at 52
international operations.  During 1993, new agreements were concluded covering
hourly production employees at 15 operations in the United States.  Cooper
considers its employee relations to be excellent.

         Sales backlog at December 31, 1993 was approximately $804 million (of
which approximately 2% is estimated for delivery after year-end 1994) compared
with backlog of approximately $1,298 million at December 31, 1992.

         The following describes the business conducted by each of the
Company's business segments.  More information regarding the products, markets,
distribution methods and market conditions for each segment is incorporated
herein by reference to pages 2 and 3, 10 through 21 and 25 (excluding the last
sentence of the first paragraph) through 35 of Cooper's 1993 Annual Report to
Shareholders.

                              Electrical Products

         The Electrical Products segment manufactures, markets and sells
electrical products, including fittings, enclosures, plugs and receptacles,
used in secondary electrical power distribution applications, such as general
construction and industrial maintenance and repair, and by original equipment
manufacturers.  The segment also manufactures, markets and sells lighting
fixtures used in general construction, renovation and repair applications and
fuses for the electronics, transportation and consumer markets.

         The principal raw material requirements include copper, tin, lead,
plastics, insulating materials, pig iron, aluminum ingots, steel, aluminum and
brass.  These raw materials are available from and supplied by numerous sources
located in the United States and abroad.

         Demand for Electrical Products follows general economic conditions and
is generally sensitive to activity in the construction and electronics markets
and industrial production levels.  The segment's product lines are marketed
directly to original equipment manufacturers and through major distributor
chains and thousands of independent distributors to a variety of end users.

         In the fall of 1993, the Company spun-off through an initial public
offering of stock the Belden wire and cable operation, which was part of the
Electrical Products segment and manufactured and marketed wire, cable and cord
products for the electronics and electrical markets.

                           Electrical Power Equipment

         The Electrical Power Equipment segment manufactures, markets and sells
electrical products used in primary power transmission and distribution.
Products include distribution switchgear, power and distribution transformers,
transformer terminations and accessories, capacitors, voltage regulators, surge
arrestors, pole-line hardware and other related power systems components.

         The principal raw material requirements include silicon steel, carbon
steel and rod steel, magnet wire, copper coils and aluminum wire and sheets.
These raw  




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materials are available from and supplied by numerous sources
located in the United States and abroad.

         Demand for Electrical Power Equipment is driven by general economic
conditions, residential and commercial construction, and spending by utilities
for replacements, expansions and efficiency improvements.  The segment's
products are marketed through distributors and directly to utilities and
industrial end users.

                                Tools & Hardware

         The Tools & Hardware segment manufactures, markets and sells hand
tools and chain and clamp products for industrial, construction and consumer
markets; air-powered and electric tools for general industry; and drapery
hardware and custom window coverings for residential and commercial window
treatment markets.

         The principal raw material requirements include rolled coiled steel,
wood, plastic pellets, flat and bar stock steel, brass, copper, tin plate,
fiberglass, greige goods, aluminum, iron castings and plastic sheet.  These
materials are available from and supplied by numerous sources in the United
States and abroad.

         Historically, demand for nonpowered hand tools has been relatively
stable and is driven by employment levels and industrial activity in major
industrial countries.  Demand for industrial power tools and many chain
products is related to employment levels and the overall level of U.S. and
European industrial activity.  Demand for drapery hardware and window coverings
is influenced by housing starts, turnover of existing housing units and
consumer disposable income.  The segment's products are sold by a company
salesforce, independent distributors and retailers.

                              Automotive Products

         The Automotive Products segment manufactures, markets and sells
automotive brakes and lights, wire and cable, spark plugs, windshield wipers,
steering, suspension, driveline and temperature control products and other
products for the automotive aftermarket; lights, spark plugs and windshield
wipers for original equipment manufacturers; and aviation ignition components.

         The principal raw material requirements include steel, iron, nickel,
glass, aluminum, aluminum oxide, zinc, copper, rubber, plastic and chemicals.
The materials are available from and supplied by numerous sources in the United
States and abroad.

         Demand for automotive aftermarket products has been relatively stable
and is driven by the number of vehicles produced, the age and number of
vehicles on the road, and the number of vehicle miles driven.  Demand for
automotive products sold to original equipment manufacturers is driven by the
number of vehicles produced.  The segment's products are sold through
distributors and wholesalers to aftermarket outlets and directly to original
equipment manufacturers and retailers.


                        Petroleum & Industrial Equipment

        The Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment manufactures, markets and
services engines, pumps and compressors used in the production, transmission,
storage and processing of natural gas and oil; industrial air compressors,
blowers and pumps; valves, wellhead equipment, blowout preventers, chokes and
control 



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systems, couplings and other components for oil and gas drilling,
production and transmission activities; and forgings for a variety of
specialized applications.  Some of these products also have application in
municipal and general industrial markets.

         The principal raw material requirements include iron castings and
steel beams, rails, billets, rods, plates, castings and forgings.  Major
purchases include gasoline, diesel and aircraft derivative turbine engines,
electric motors, micro-computing processors and motorized carriers.  These
materials are available from and supplied by numerous sources located primarily
in the United States, except for aircraft derivative turbine engines which are
obtained from Great Britain.

         Demand for Petroleum & Industrial Equipment products is sensitive to
general economic conditions, environmental regulation and energy supply and
demand.  Repair parts and consumables have experienced relatively stable demand
over time.  Products and services are marketed by employee sales engineers,
salesmen and through independent dealers, distributors and manufacturers'
representatives located throughout the world.

         On January 10, 1994, the Company entered into a definitive agreement
to sell the Cameron Forged Products Division of its Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment segment to Wyman-Gordon Company, subject to the approval of
Wyman-Gordon shareholders and certain other conditions.  Immediately after the
sale, Cooper will own a 48 percent interest in Wyman-Gordon.

         In October 1993, the Company announced its intention to spin-off the
Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery Division of its Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment segment by distributing 100% of the common stock of Gardner Denver
Machinery Inc. to holders of the Company's common stock.  Gardner Denver
Machinery Inc. manufactures and markets air compressors and blowers for
industrial applications and equipment used in oil and gas production and well
servicing, drilling and stimulation.  The spin-off should be completed in April
1994.

ITEM 3.  LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

         The Company and certain of its current officers and directors are
named in four alleged class action lawsuits brought in federal court in Houston
on behalf of persons who purchased Cooper stock during the period from February
1, 1993 through January 25, 1994.  The complaints appear to allege that the
defendants, through certain public statements, misled investors respecting (i)
deterioration in certain of the Company's markets and the demand for some of
its products, and (ii) the Company's anticipated performance in 1994.  The
ultimate liability, if any, which may result from these lawsuits cannot be
determined at this time.

         As previously reported, on December 8, 1988, the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency ("EPA"), Region VI, issued an Administrative Order to Cooper
Industries, Inc., Flow Control Division concerning alleged federal Clean Water
Act violations.  The allegations concerned wastewater discharges from the
Company's Missouri City, Texas plant to the local sewer system.  The EPA sought
a civil penalty and the submission of a compliance schedule from the Company.
The Company previously submitted a compliance schedule and negotiated a consent
decree with the EPA under which the Company agreed to pay a civil penalty of
$139,000.  The executed consent 






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decree was filed with the court in May 1993 and became effective July 23, 1993. 
On July 30, 1993 Cooper paid the agreed civil penalty of $139,000.  On October
4, 1993, the court issued an order of dismissal for this matter.

         During November 1992, the Cooper-Bessemer Rotating operation of the
Company received a letter from the Ohio Attorney General's office alleging
violations of the Ohio Right To Know, Toxic Release Inventory reporting
requirements.  The allegations arise out of an Ohio EPA audit of the facility
on April 30, 1992.  The State initially proposed a penalty of $212,240.  After
negotiations between the Company and the State, the State reduced its proposed
penalty to $139,457.  In February 1994, the Company requested that the State
not proceed with this matter until the EPA issues its decision in a rule-making
proceeding currently under review  addressing similar federal regulatory
issues.  The State has indicated that it is interested in renewing settlement
negotiations.

         In March 1993, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
alleged violations by the Company's Pewaukee, Wisconsin plant of air pollution
control regulations concerning organic compound emissions from two coating
lines and a rotary tumble coater.  In August 1993, the Company proposed a
settlement agreement to the DNR under which the Company would test changes in
processes and coating materials to lower the amount of emissions.  If process
and materials changes were found to be insufficient, the Company would assure
compliance by other means.  The DNR forwarded the matter to the Wisconsin
Department of Justice (DOJ).  In March 1994, the DOJ orally advised the Company
that the State will seek a civil penalty of approximately $150,000 in addition
to a compliance schedule such as the one that the Company proposed and
penalties during the implementation of the compliance schedule.  Negotiations
are continuing with the DOJ.

         The Company is also subject to various other suits, legal proceedings
and claims that arise in the normal course of business.  While it is not
feasible to predict the outcome of these matters with certainty, management is
of the opinion that their ultimate disposition should not have a material
adverse effect on the Company's financial position.

ITEM 4.  SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS

         During the fourth quarter of the fiscal year covered by this report,
no matters were submitted to a vote of the shareholders.

                                    PART II

ITEM 5.  MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS

         As of March 8, 1994, there were 36,124 record holders of Cooper's
Common Stock and 2,121 record holders of Cooper's $1.60 Convertible
Exchangeable Preferred Stock, which is convertible into Cooper Common Stock.
Information regarding dividends, trading markets and market prices for Cooper's
Stock is incorporated herein by reference to page 24 of Cooper's 1993 Annual
Report to Shareholders.

ITEM 6.  SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA

        Incorporated by reference to pages 36 and 37, Notes 1 through 4, 9 and
13 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements on pages 43 through 46, 50
through 51 and 56 through 57, and Earnings Outlook on pages 34 through 35 of
Cooper's 1993 Annual Report to Shareholders.





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ITEM 7.  MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
         RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

         Incorporated by reference to pages 10 through 21 and 25 through 35 of
Cooper's 1993 Annual Report to Shareholders, excluding the last sentence of the
first paragraph on page 25.

ITEM 8.  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA

         Incorporated by reference to pages 38 through 62 of Cooper's 1993
Annual Report to Shareholders.

ITEM 9.  CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
         FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

         Not applicable.

                                    PART III

ITEM 10.  DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT

         Incorporated by reference to pages 3 through 8 and 9 of the Cooper
Proxy Statement for the 1994 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

ITEM 11.  EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION

         Incorporated by reference to pages 10 through 16 of the Cooper Proxy
Statement for the 1994 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

ITEM 12.  SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT

         Incorporated by reference to pages 2 and 8 of the Cooper Proxy
Statement for the 1994 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

ITEM 13.  CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

         Not applicable.

                                    PART IV

ITEM 14.  EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES, AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K

(a)      1.      Financial Statements and Other Financial Data (incorporated by
                 reference to the pages shown below in Cooper's 1993 Annual
                 Report to Shareholders).

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                 Report of Independent Auditors ..............................         38

                 Cooper Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries:

                          Consolidated Results of Operations for Each of the
                          Three Years in the Period Ended December 31, 1993 ..         39

                          Consolidated Financial Position as of
                          December 31, 1993 and December 31, 1992 ............         40
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                          Consolidated Cash Flows for Each of the Three
                          Years in the Period Ended December 31, 1993 ........         41

                          Consolidated Changes in Shareholders' Equity for
                          Each of the Three Years in the Period Ended
                          December 31, 1993 ..................................         42

                          Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements .........       43 - 62

                          Management's Discussion and Financial Review .......         25
                                                                                     (excluding
                                                                                     last 
                                                                                     sentence of 
                                                                                     first 
                                                                                     paragraph)-35

                          Financial History ..................................       36 - 37
</TABLE>

With the exception of the financial statements, financial data and other
information listed above or incorporated under Items 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of this
Form 10-K, the 1993 Annual Report to Shareholders is not deemed filed as part
of this report.  The financial statement schedules listed below should be read
in conjunction with the financial statements listed above.  Financial statement
schedules not included in this Form 10-K Annual Report have been omitted
because they are not applicable or the required information is shown in the
financial statements or notes hereto.  Financial information with respect to
subsidiaries not consolidated and 50% or less owned persons accounted for by
the equity method has not been included since in the aggregate such
subsidiaries and investments do not constitute a significant subsidiary.

         2.      Financial Statement Schedules (located on the following pages
                 of this Report).  Each Schedule is for each of the three years
                 in the period ended December 31, 1993.

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                 Schedule                                                                  Page No.
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                   <S>            <C>                                                     <C>
                    V             Property, Plant and Equipment                           S-1 to S-3

                   VI             Accumulated Depreciation of Property,
                                  Plant and Equipment                                     S-4 to S-6

                   IX             Short-Term Borrowings                                   S-7 to S-9

                    X             Supplementary Income Statement Information              S-10
</TABLE>

         3.      Exhibits

                 3.1      Twenty-Fifth Amended Articles of Incorporation of
                          Cooper Industries, Inc. (incorporated herein by
                          reference to Exhibit 3.1 of the Company's Form 10-K
                          for the year ended December 31, 1992).

                 3.2      Code of Regulations (By-Laws), as amended, of Cooper
                          Industries, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to
                          Exhibit 3.2 of the Company's Form 10-K for the year
                          ended December 31, 1992).





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                 4.1      Rights Agreement, dated as of February 17, 1987,
                          between Cooper Industries, Inc. and First Chicago
                          Trust Company of New York as Rights Agent, an
                          amendment thereto dated August 14, 1989 (incorporated
                          herein by reference to Exhibit 4.4 to Registration
                          Statement No. 33-31941), and an amendment thereto
                          dated November 6, 1990 (incorporated herein by
                          reference to Exhibit 4.4 to Registration Statement
                          No. 33-38808).

                 4.2      Rights Agreement, dated as of November 20, 1989,
                          between Cooper Industries, Inc. and First Chicago
                          Trust Company of New York as Rights Agent
                          (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit A to
                          Registration Statement on Form 8-A filed on November
                          21, 1989), and an amendment thereto dated November 6,
                          1990 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.5
                          to Registration Statement No. 33-38808).

                 10.1     1989 Director Stock Option Plan (incorporated herein
                          by reference to Exhibit 28.1 to Registration
                          Statement No. 2-33-29302).

                 10.2     Cooper Industries, Inc. Directors Deferred
                          Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference
                          to Exhibit 10.2 of the Company's Form 10-K for the
                          year ended December 31, 1992).

                 10.3     Cooper Industries, Inc. Directors Retirement Plan
                          (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 of
                          the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December
                          31, 1992).

                 10.4     Cooper Industries, Inc. Executive Restricted Stock
                          Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to
                          Exhibit 10.4 of the Company's Form 10-K for the year
                          ended December 31, 1992).

                 10.5     Cooper Industries, Inc. Supplemental Excess Defined
                          Benefit Plan (incorporated herein by reference to
                          Exhibit 10.6 of the Company's Form 10-K for the year
                          ended December 31, 1992).

                 10.6     Cooper Industries, Inc. Supplemental Excess Defined
                          Contribution Plan (incorporated herein by reference
                          to Exhibit 10.7 of the Company's Form 10-K for the
                          year ended December 31, 1992).

                 10.7     Management Incentive Compensation Deferral Plan
                          (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.8 of
                          the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December
                          31, 1992).

                 10.8     Crouse-Hinds Company Officers' Disability and
                          Supplemental Pension Plan (incorporated herein by
                          reference to Exhibit 10.9 of the Company's Form 10-K
                          for the year ended December 31, 1992).

                 13.0     Text of Cooper Industries, Inc. 1993 Annual Report to
                          Shareholders incorporated herein by reference.

                 21.0     List of Cooper Industries, Inc. Subsidiaries.

                 23.0     Consent of Ernst & Young.

                 24.0     Powers of Attorney from members of the Board of
                          Directors of Cooper Industries, Inc.





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         Cooper will furnish to the Commission supplementally upon request a
         copy of any instrument with respect to long-term debt of the Company.

         Copies of the above Exhibits are available to shareholders of record
         at a charge of $.25 per page, minimum order of $10.00.  Direct
         requests to:

                                  Cooper Industries, Inc.
                                  Attn:  Corporate Secretary
                                  P.O. Box 4446
                                  Houston, Texas  77210

(b)      Reports on Form 8-K.  No reports on Form 8-K were filed during the
         last quarter of 1993.





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                                   SIGNATURES

         Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed
on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

                                               COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.

Date:    March 30, 1994                        By /s/ROBERT CIZIK
                                               ---------------------------------
                                                  (Robert Cizik, Chairman and
                                                    Chief Executive Officer) 

         Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the
registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

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    Signature                                Title                       Date
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<S>                               <C>                               <C>
/s/ ROBERT CIZIK                  Chairman and Chief Executive      March 30, 1994
- ---------------------------       Officer (Principal Executive                                                
(Robert Cizik)                    Officer) and Director
                                  
/s/ DEWAIN K. CROSS               Senior Vice President, Finance    March 30, 1994
- ---------------------------       (Principal Financial Officer)                                                
(Dewain K. Cross)                

/s/ DONALD R. SHELEY, JR.         Vice President and Controller     March 30, 1994
- ---------------------------       (Principal Accounting Officer)                                                
(Donald R. Sheley, Jr.)         

/s/ ALAN E. RIEDEL                Director                          March 30, 1994
- ---------------------------                                                       
(Alan E. Riedel)

/s/ H. JOHN RILEY, JR.            Director                          March 30, 1994
- ---------------------------                                                       
(H. John Riley, Jr.)

*WARREN L. BATTS                  Director                          March 30, 1994
(Warren L. Batts)

*CONSTANTINE S. NICANDROS         Director                          March 30, 1994
(Constantine S. Nicandros)

*CLIFFORD J. GRUM                 Director                          March 30, 1994
(Clifford J. Grum)

*SIR RALPH H. ROBINS              Director                          March 30, 1994
(Sir Ralph H. Robins)

*A. THOMAS YOUNG                  Director                          March 30, 1994
(A. Thomas Young)

*  By /s/ DIANE K. SCHUMACHER
      -----------------------------------------
      (Diane K. Schumacher, as Attorney-In-Fact
         for each of the persons indicated)
</TABLE>



                                           -14-


                                      
<PAGE>   15
                            Cooper Industries, Inc.

                        1993 Annual Report on Form 10-K

                             Cross Reference Sheet

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                     Page Reference    Page Reference
                                  Page Reference     in Incorporated   in Incorporated
Item No. in Form 10-K                 in 10-K         Annual Report    Proxy Statement
- ---------------------             --------------     ---------------   ---------------
<S>       <C>                        <C>           <C>                     <C>
Item 1.   Business                       3-8          2, 3, 10-21,           -
                                                     25-35, 44-45,
                                                       46, 58-60

Item 2.   Properties                     3-8               -                 -

Item 3.   Legal Proceedings              8-9               -                 -

Item 4.   Submission of Matters
          to a Vote of Security
          Holders                         9                -                 -

Item 5.   Market for Registrant's
          Common Equity and Related
          Stockholder Matters             9                24                -

Item 6.   Selected Financial Data         9           34-35,36-37,           -
                                                   43-46,50-51,56-57

Item 7.   Management's Discussion
          and Analysis of Finan-
          cial Condition and                             10-21,
          Results of Operations           10             25-35               -

Item 8.   Financial Statements
          and Supplementary Data          10             38-62               -

Item 9.   Changes in and Disagree-
          ments with Accountants
          on Accounting and
          Financial Disclosure            10               -                 -

Item 10.  Directors and Executive
          Officers of the
          Registrant                      10               -               3-8, 9

Item 11.  Executive Compensation          10               -               10-16

Item 12.  Security Ownership of
          Certain Beneficial
          Owners and Management           10               -                2, 8

Item 13.  Certain Relationships
          and Related Transactions        10               -                 -

Item 14.  Exhibits, Financial
          Statement Schedules,          10-13,
          and Reports on Form 8-K    S-1 et seq.         25-62               -
</TABLE>





                                      -15-
<PAGE>   16
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

                   SCHEDULE V - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993   
(millions)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A                           Column B     Column C      Column D       Column E     Column F
- --------                           --------     --------      --------       --------     --------
                                  Balance at                                              Balance
                                   Beginning    Additions                      Other       At End
Classification                     of Period     at Cost    Retirements       Changes    of Period
- --------------                    ----------    ---------   -----------     ----------   ---------
<S>                               <C>           <C>           <C>          <C>            <C>
Land and land improvements        $  127.3      $  5.5        $ 2.7         $  2.3 (1)    $  123.2
                                                                              (2.3)(2)
                                                                               5.4 (3)
                                                                             (10.2)(4)
                                                                              (2.1)(5)

Buildings                            737.4        33.8         20.1           11.7 (1)       676.6
                                                                              (8.2)(2)
                                                                              12.4 (3)
                                                                             (90.4)(4)

Machinery and equipment            1,518.8       129.3         45.2            2.9 (1)     1,338.0
                                                                             (13.2)(2)
                                                                              44.6 (3)
                                                                            (243.1)(4)
                                                                             (56.1)(5)

Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.        135.2        24.9          1.4            1.7 (1)       119.1
                                                                              (0.7)(2)
                                                                               1.4 (3)
                                                                             (40.7)(4)
                                                                              (1.3)(5)

All other                            285.7        38.7         23.1           (0.5)(1)       265.7
                                                                              (2.3)(2)
                                                                               1.9 (3)
                                                                             (31.6)(4)
                                                                              (3.1)(5)

Construction in progress              97.3        12.3            -            0.1 (1)        94.8
                                                                              (0.7)(2)
                                                                             (11.4)(4)
                                                                              (2.8)(5)             
                                  --------      ------        -----        -------        --------

                                  $2,901.7      $244.5        $92.5        $(436.3)       $2,617.4
                                  ========      ======        =====        =======        ========
</TABLE>

(1)    Other (transfers to inventory, reclassifications between categories,
       etc.).
(2)    Effect of translation in accordance with SFAS No. 52.
(3)    Assets obtained in business acquisitions and the fair market value
       adjustments and related activity associated with those assets.
(4)    Assets reclassified to Net Assets of Businesses Held for Disposition and
       assets disposed of in business divestitures.
(5)    Reduction in carrying value of assets related to transformer product
       line.





                                      S-1
<PAGE>   17
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

                   SCHEDULE V - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
                       FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1992
(millions)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A                           Column B     Column C      Column D       Column E     Column F
- --------                           --------     --------      --------       --------     --------
                                  Balance at                                              Balance
                                   Beginning    Additions                      Other       At End
Classification                     of Period     at Cost    Retirements       Changes    of Period
- --------------                    ----------    ---------   -----------     ----------   ---------
<S>                               <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>
Land and land improvements        $  123.9      $  6.1        $ 4.7         $  1.9 (1)    $  127.3
                                                                              (3.4)(2)
                                                                               5.6 (3)
                                                                              (2.1)(4)

Buildings                            685.0        50.9         14.9           11.0 (1)       737.4
                                                                             (19.9)(2)
                                                                              23.1 (3)
                                                                               2.2 (4)

Machinery and equipment            1,373.4       129.3         43.8            6.8 (1)     1,518.8
                                                                             (37.2)(2)
                                                                              55.9 (3)
                                                                              34.4 (4)

Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.        130.4         6.9          2.9           (1.5)(1)       135.2
                                                                              (1.9)(2)
                                                                               0.9 (3)
                                                                               3.3 (4)

All other                            262.0        43.8         17.9           (1.4)(1)       285.7
                                                                              (5.8)(2)
                                                                               5.0 (3)

Construction in progress             107.7        (3.2)           -           (5.8)(1)        97.3
                                                                              (1.9)(2)
                                                                               0.5 (3)            
                                  --------      ------        -----         ------        --------

                                  $2,682.4      $233.8        $84.2         $ 69.7        $2,901.7
                                  ========      ======        =====         ======        ========
</TABLE>

(1)    Other (transfers to inventory, reclassifications between categories,
       etc.).
(2)    Effect of translation in accordance with SFAS No. 52.
(3)    Assets obtained in business acquisitions and the fair market value
       adjustments and related activity associated with those assets.
(4)    Effect of adoption of FAS 109.



                                      S-2





<PAGE>   18
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

                   SCHEDULE V - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1991
(millions)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A                           Column B     Column C      Column D       Column E     Column F
- --------                           --------     --------      --------       --------     --------
                                  Balance at                                              Balance
                                   Beginning    Additions                      Other       At End
Classification                     of Period     at Cost    Retirements       Changes    of Period
- --------------                    ----------    ---------   -----------     ----------   ---------
<S>                               <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>
Land and land improvements        $  122.0      $  6.7        $ 6.3         $ 1.3 (1)     $  123.9
                                                                               .2 (2)

Buildings                            654.5        48.1         10.9          (5.5)(1)        685.0
                                                                             (1.2)(2)

Machinery and equipment            1,225.4       130.6         28.6          23.6 (1)      1,373.4
                                                                             (2.2)(2)
                                                                             15.2 (3)
                                                                              9.4 (4)

Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.        114.9         4.5          1.3          12.5 (1)        130.4
                                                                              (.2)(2)

All other                            229.2        49.5         15.9           (.1)(1)        262.0
                                                                              (.7)(2)

Construction in progress             126.9        (9.4)          .1          (9.4)(1)        107.7
                                                                              (.3)(2)             
                                  --------      ------        -----         -----         --------

                                  $2,472.9      $230.0        $63.1         $42.6         $2,682.4
                                  ========      ======        =====         =====         ========
</TABLE>

(1)    Other (transfers to inventory, reclassifications between categories,
       etc.).
(2)    Effect of translation in accordance with SFAS No. 52.
(3)    Assets obtained in business acquisitions and fair market value
       adjustments and related activity associated with those assets.
(4)    Correction of prior year error in translation.





                                      S-3
<PAGE>   19
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

    SCHEDULE VI - ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION OF PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
                     FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993
(millions)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A                           Column B      Column C       Column D     Column E      Column F
- --------                           --------      --------       --------     --------      --------
                                                 Additions
                                  Balance at      Charged                                  Balance
                                   Beginning      to Costs                     Other        At End
Classification                     of Period    and Expenses  Retirements     Changes     of Period
- --------------                    ----------    ------------  -----------   ----------    ---------
<S>                                 <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>          <C>
Land improvements                   $   19.4      $  1.9        $ 0.3         $ (0.1)(1)   $   15.0
                                                                                (1.0)(2)
                                                                                (4.9)(3)

Buildings                              213.2        26.2         11.8            2.8 (1)      192.2
                                                                                (1.1)(2)
                                                                               (37.1)(3)

Machinery and equipment                801.5       111.8         35.9            0.6 (1)      731.6
                                                                                (4.2)(2)
                                                                              (142.2)(3)

Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.           11.6        24.6          0.6            0.8 (1)       27.7
                                                                                (0.2)(2)
                                                                                (8.5)(3)

All other                              170.4        37.5         18.6            1.7 (1)      167.5
                                                                                (1.3)(2)
                                                                               (22.2)(3)
                                                                                                  
                                    --------      ------        -----        -------        --------

                                    $1,216.1      $202.0        $67.2        $(216.9)       $1,134.0
                                    ========      ======        =====        =======        ========
</TABLE>

(1)    Includes change in accumulated depreciation related to "other" asset
       activity.
(2)    Effect of translation in accordance with SFAS No. 52.
(3)    Assets reclassified to Net Assets of Businesses Held for Disposition and
       assets disposed of in business dispositions.





                                      S-4
<PAGE>   20
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

    SCHEDULE VI - ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION OF PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
                    FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1992
(millions)



<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A                           Column B      Column C       Column D     Column E      Column F
- --------                           --------      --------       --------     --------      --------
                                                 Additions
                                  Balance at      Charged                                  Balance
                                   Beginning      to Costs                     Other        At End
Classification                     of Period    and Expenses  Retirements     Changes     of Period
- --------------                    ----------    ------------  -----------   ----------    ---------
<S>                               <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>
Land improvements                 $   17.6      $  2.0        $ 0.4         $  0.8 (1)    $   19.4
                                                                              (0.6)(3)

Buildings                            193.7        25.1          3.5            2.0 (1)       213.2
                                                                              (4.2)(2)
                                                                               0.1 (3)

Machinery and equipment              701.4       123.8         33.0            9.0 (1)       801.5
                                                                             (19.6)(2)
                                                                              19.9 (3)

Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.          7.1         6.4          1.5            0.3 (1)        11.6
                                                                              (0.7)(2)

All other                            148.6        38.9         13.0           (0.8)(1)       170.4
                                                                              (3.3)(2)            
                                  --------      ------        -----         ------        --------

                                  $1,068.4      $196.2        $51.4         $  2.9        $1,216.1
                                  ========      ======        =====         ======        ========
</TABLE>


(1)    Includes change in accumulated depreciation related to "other" asset
       activity.
(2)    Effect of translation in accordance with SFAS No. 52.
(3)    Effect of adoption of FAS 109.





                                      S-5
<PAGE>   21
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

    SCHEDULE VI - ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION OF PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
                     FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1991
(millions)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A                           Column B      Column C       Column D     Column E      Column F
- --------                           --------      --------       --------     --------      --------
                                                 Additions
                                  Balance at      Charged                                  Balance
                                   Beginning      to Costs                     Other        At End
Classification                     of Period    and Expenses  Retirements     Changes     of Period
- --------------                    ----------    ------------  -----------   ----------    ---------
<S>                               <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>
Land improvements                 $ 15.5        $  2.1        $  .3         $  .3 (1)     $   17.6


Buildings                          174.5          24.3          3.0          (1.4)(1)        193.7
                                                                              (.7)(2)


Machinery and equipment            585.6         110.6         20.7          17.3 (1)        701.4
                                                                              (.8)(2)
                                                                              9.4 (3)


Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.        4.6           2.5           .8            .8 (2)          7.1


All other                          124.7          35.7         12.1            .8 (1)        148.6
                                                                              (.5)(2)             
                                  ------        ------        -----         -----         --------

                                  $904.9        $175.2        $36.9         $25.2         $1,068.4
                                  ======        ======        =====         =====         ========
</TABLE>


(1)    Includes change in accumulated depreciation related to "other" asset
       activity.
(2)    Effect of translation in accordance with SFAS No. 52.
(3)    Correction of prior year error in translation.





                                      S-6
<PAGE>   22
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

                      SCHEDULE IX - SHORT-TERM BORROWINGS
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993

      

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
      Column A                     Column B      Column C       Column D     Column E       Column F
      --------                     --------      --------       --------     --------       --------
                                                 Weighted
                                                  Average       Maximum       Average       Weighted
                                                 Interest        Amount        Amount        Average
                                   Balance         Rate       Outstanding   Outstanding   Interest Rate
Category of Aggregate               at End        at End       During the    During the     During the
Short-Term Borrowings             of Period     of Period(5)     Period       Period(1)    Period(2)(5)
- ---------------------             ---------     ---------     -----------   -----------   -----------      

                                                    (millions except percentages)
<S>                               <C>            <C>           <C>           <C>            <C>
Commercial paper                  $573.7 (3)     3.32% (4)     $1,394.2      $1,120.0       3.22% (4)

Payable to banks                   346.7 (3)     4.91%            436.0         297.1       5.38%
</TABLE>


(1)    Computed as the sum of the daily aggregate amounts borrowed divided by
       365 days.

(2)    Computed by dividing interest expense for the year for each "category of
       borrowing" by the amount computed in Column E.

(3)    At December 31, 1993, $573.7 million of commercial paper and $247.0
       million of borrowings payable to banks were reclassified to long-term
       debt reflecting the Company's intention to refinance these amounts
       during the twelve-month period following the balance sheet date through
       either continued short-term borrowings or utilization of available
       credit facilities.

(4)    Includes applicable fees.

(5)    Weighted average interest rates in the table do not include incremental
       borrowing costs associated with interest rate swaps.  During the period,
       an average of $547.1 million of borrowings were covered under interest
       rate swaps that converted floating- rate borrowings into fixed-rate
       borrowings at an interest rate approximately 0.5 percentage points
       higher than the floating rate.  At year end, $500 million of borrowings
       were covered under interest rate swaps expiring early in 1994 at rates
       higher than the floating rate by approximately 0.3 percentage points.





                                      S-7
<PAGE>   23
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

                      SCHEDULE IX - SHORT-TERM BORROWINGS
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1992



<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
      Column A                     Column B      Column C       Column D     Column E       Column F
      --------                     --------      --------       --------     --------       --------
                                                 Weighted
                                                  Average       Maximum       Average       Weighted
                                                 Interest        Amount        Amount        Average
                                   Balance         Rate       Outstanding   Outstanding   Interest Rate
Category of Aggregate               at End        at End       During the    During the     During the
Short-Term Borrowings             of Period     of Period(5)     Period       Period(1)    Period(2)(5)
- ---------------------             ---------     ---------     -----------   -----------   -------------      

                                                    (millions except percentages)
<S>                               <C>             <C>          <C>            <C>          <C>
Commercial paper                  $1,096.1 (3)    3.55% (4)    $1,794.4       $836.8       3.63% (4)
                                                          
Payable to banks                     304.1 (3)    6.03%           967.8        399.6       7.12%
</TABLE>


(1)    Computed as the sum of the daily aggregate amounts borrowed divided by
       366 days.

(2)    Computed by dividing interest expense for the year for each "category of
       borrowing" by the amount computed in Column E.

(3)    At December 31, 1992, $1,080.0 million of commercial paper and $120.0
       million of borrowings payable to banks were reclassified to long-term
       debt reflecting the Company's intention to refinance these amounts
       during the twelve-month period following the balance sheet date through
       either continued short-term borrowings or utilization of available
       credit facilities.

(4)    Includes applicable fees.

(5)    Weighted average interest rates in the table do not include incremental
       borrowing costs associated with interest rate swaps.  During the period,
       an average of $669.9 million of borrowings were covered under interest
       rate swaps that converted floating- rate borrowings into fixed-rate
       borrowings at an interest rate approximately 0.8 percentage points
       higher than the floating rate.  At year end, $755 million of borrowings
       were covered under interest rate swaps expiring early in 1993 at rates
       higher than the floating rate by approximately 1.1 percentage points.





                                      S-8
<PAGE>   24
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

                      SCHEDULE IX - SHORT-TERM BORROWINGS
                      FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1991





<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
      Column A                     Column B      Column C       Column D     Column E       Column F
      --------                     --------      --------       --------     --------       --------
                                                 Weighted
                                                  Average       Maximum       Average       Weighted
                                                 Interest        Amount        Amount        Average
                                   Balance         Rate       Outstanding   Outstanding   Interest Rate
Category of Aggregate               at End        at End       During the    During the     During the
Short-Term Borrowings             of Period     of Period        Period       Period(1)      Period(2)
- ---------------------             ---------     ---------     -----------   -----------   -------------   

                                                    (millions except percentages)
<S>                               <C>             <C>          <C>            <C>           <C>
Commercial paper                  $    -            -          $  925.0       $399.1        6.29% (4)

Payable to banks                   952.2 (3)      7.30%         1,096.9        919.4        8.06%
</TABLE>


(1)    Computed as the sum of the daily aggregate amounts borrowed divided by
       365 days.

(2)    Computed by dividing interest expense for the year for each "category of
       borrowing" by the amount computed in Column E.

(3)    At December 31, 1991, $758.9 million of borrowings payable to banks were
       reclassified to long-term debt reflecting the Company's intention to
       refinance these amounts during the twelve-month period following the
       balance sheet date through either continued short-term borrowings or
       utilization of available credit facilities.

(4)    Includes applicable fees.





                                      S-9
<PAGE>   25
                    COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

            SCHEDULE X - SUPPLEMENTARY INCOME STATEMENT INFORMATION
                   FOR THE THREE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1993





<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
            Column A                                       Column B
            --------                                       --------

                                                 Charged to Costs and Expenses   
                                             ------------------------------------
                                                          (millions)

                Item                          1993           1992          1991 
                ----                         ------         ------        ------
<S>                                          <C>            <C>           <C>
Maintenance and repairs                      $105.0         $108.8        $115.7

Depreciation of plant and equipment           202.0          196.2         175.2

Amortization of intangible assets             100.8           92.9          82.8
</TABLE>





                                      S-10

<PAGE>   1

                                                             EXHIBIT 13.0

COOPER INDUSTRIES' MAJOR PRODUCTS AND MARKETS

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
MAJOR PRODUCTS                                 MAJOR MARKETS                                  PRINCIPAL DISTRIBUTION METHODS
<S>                                            <C>                                            <C>
Electrical Products

BUSS and EDISON fuses and fuse                 Secondary electrical power                     Through distributors for use in
accessories.                                   distribution; construction; and                general construction, plant
                                               electronic signal transmission and             maintenance, utilities, process and
CROUSE-HINDS explosion-proof and               control.                                       energy applications, shopping centers,
nonexplosion-proof                                                                            parking lots, sports facilities, and
fittings, enclosures, industrial                                                              data processing and telecommunications
lighting, and plugs and receptacles;                                                          systems; through distributors and
and ARROW HART wiring devices.                                                                direct to manufacturers for use in
                                                                                              electronic equipment for consumer,
Lighting fixtures sold under well-                                                            industrial, government and military
known brand names, including CROUSE-                                                          applications; and direct to original
HINDS, LUMARK, McGRAW-EDISON and                                                              equipment manufacturers of appliances,
EDISON indoor and outdoor lighting;                                                           tools, machinery and electronic
HALO recessed and track lighting;                                                             equipment.
METALUX fluorescent lighting; and 
FAIL-SAFE vandal-resistant lighting.

Electrical Power Equipment


KYLE distribution switchgear.                  Primary electrical power transmission          Direct and through distributors to
                                               and distribution.                             utilities and industrial end users.
McGRAW-EDISON power and distribution
transformers, capacitors, voltage
regulators, surge arresters, pole-line
hardware and related products.

RTE power and distribution
transformers, transformer
terminations and accessories, and
other related power system components.


Tools & Hardware


APEX screwdriver bits, impact sockets          Industrial production; construction;           Through distributors to general
and universal joints.                          commercial; and consumer.                      industry, particularly automotive,
                                                                                              appliance and aircraft maintenance;
Hand tools sold under well-known brand                                                        through distributors and wholesalers
names such as CAMPBELL chain and                                                              to hardware stores, home centers,
fittings; CRESCENT and UTICA wrenches;                                                        lumber yards, department stores and
DIAMOND pliers, horseshoes and farrier                                                        mass merchandisers; and direct to
tools; EREM precision cutters and                                                             original equipment manufacturers, home
tweezers; LUFKIN measuring tapes;                                                             centers, specialty stores, department
NICHOLSON files and saws; PLUMB                                                               stores, mass merchandisers and
hammers; WELLER soldering equipment                                                           hardware outlets.
and torches; WISS snips and scissors;
and XCELITE screwdrivers.

DOTCO, GARDNER-DENVER and BUCKEYE
power tools.

KIRSCH drapery hardware and custom
window coverings.

Automotive Products

ANCO windshield wiper products.                Automotive repair and production;              Through distributors and wholesalers
                                               aviation; and industrial.                      to after-market outlets; direct to
BELDEN automotive wire and cable.                                                             retailers, mass merchandisers and
                                                                                              original equipment manufacturers.
CHAMPION spark plugs and igniters.

EVERCO and MURRAY heating and air
conditioning parts.

MOOG steering and suspension
components.

PRECISION universal joints and GENERAL
DRIVESHAFT driveline products.

WAGNER brakes and lighting products.
</TABLE>


                                       2
<PAGE>   2
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
MAJOR PRODUCTS                                 MAJOR MARKETS                                  PRINCIPAL DISTRIBUTION METHODS
<S>                                            <C>                                            <C>
Petroleum & Industrial Equipment


AJAX and SUPERIOR reciprocating                Oil and natural gas exploration,               Through distributors and direct to
engines and compressors; and gas,              production and transmission;                   onshore and offshore oil, natural gas,
dual-fuel and diesel engines.                  continuous-duty and standby power              and waterwell drilling contractors,
                                               generation; industrial; aerospace; and         field operators, well-servicing
CAMERON forged products, extrusions            government.                                    companies and pipelines; process
and powdered metal products.(1)                                                               industries; municipalities; government
                                                                                              agencies; industrial users;
COOPER centrifugal air compressors.                                                           cogeneration developers; and general
                                                                                              contractors.
COOPER-BESSEMER gas turbines and
compressors; integral gas engines and
compressors; diesel, gas and dual-fuel
engines; and EN-TRONIC controls.

GARDNER-DENVER rotary screw and
reciprocating industrial air and gas
compressors, drilling equipment and
pumps; DUROFLOW and SUTORBILT blowers
and pumps; and OPI pumps.(2)

Oilfield equipment for land, platform
and subsea applications, including
CAMERON, DEMCO, McEVOY and W-K-M
valves and wellhead equipment; CAMERON
blowout preventers and elastomers; and
CAMERON, THORNHILL CRAVER and WILLIS
chokes and control systems.

PENNSYLVANIA PROCESS compressors.
</TABLE>


(1)      Effective January 10, 1994, Cooper entered into a definitive agreement
         to sell the Cameron Forged Products Division to Wyman-Gordon Company,
         subject to the approval of Wyman-Gordon shareholders and certain other
         conditions.

(2)      The Company plans to spin off the Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery
         Division to Cooper common shareholders during the first quarter of
         1994.

Brand names that appear in bold type are registered trademarks of Cooper
Industries except Fail-Safe, General Driveshaft, Thornhill Craver, Willis and
Pennsylvania Process, which are unregistered trademarks of Cooper. Belden is a
registered trademark of Belden Wire & Cable Company, and Gardner-Denver is a
registered trademark of Gardner Denver Machinery Inc. Both trademarks are used
by Cooper Industries, Inc. under license.





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OPERATIONS REVIEW

SEVERAL OF COOPER'S KEY MARKETS SHOWED IMPROVEMENT

         A gradual improvement in the domestic economy had a mixed but
generally positive effect on demand for the Company's products during 1993.
Cooper's primary markets are the industrial, construction, consumer, electric
utility, automotive, and oil and gas markets. Four of these
markets--industrial, construction, consumer and automotive--strengthened
throughout 1993. The other markets remained weak.

         During the past year, the domestic economy was fueled by an upturn in
residential construction and slow-but-consistent improvement in industrial
production. This had a positive impact on sales for many Cooper product lines.
In addition, industrial maintenance and repair projects continued to provide a
base demand for all of our operations.

         International business was soft in 1993, primarily because of
continued recession in the industrial countries of Europe, especially Germany.
The important Canadian market was also stagnant for much of the year, only
beginning to show a slight recovery later in the year. The Mexican economy,
which had been growing in recent years, was more constrained because of concern
about the North American Free Trade Agreement.

SALES OF ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS WERE AIDED BY THE CONSTRUCTION UPTREND

Sales of electrical products, especially lighting fixtures, were buoyed by the
continued rebound in residential construction.  Residential and commercial
remodeling and energy-efficient lighting programs also boosted demand for these
products. Fuse sales grew steadily following the slow increase in domestic
industrial activity and improved plant capacity utilization. In addition,
electronic equipment production was high worldwide, resulting in stronger
demand for fuses and related telecommunications products.  Orders for
hazardous-duty electrical products were somewhat restrained by modest levels of
plant and equipment spending in the process industries, such as chemicals and
petroleum products.

ELECTRICAL POWER EQUIPMENT DEMAND WAS MIXED

Orders for Cooper's single-phase transformers and components strengthened
somewhat, reflecting the much-delayed recovery of residential construction and
low levels of electric utilities' inventories. Continued weakness in
nonresidential construction limited domestic sales of three-phase and large
power transformers. In addition, utilities have curbed their capital spending
in response to regulatory changes and become more price-conscious in their
equipment purchases.





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FLAT TOOLS AND HARDWARE SALES REFLECTED MIXED MARKET CONDITIONS

The upturn in the construction markets and a cautious increase in consumer
spending aided domestic sales of hand tools and drapery hardware. However, the
continued recession in Europe, and the corresponding drop in demand for hand
and power tools there, offset much of these positive gains, resulting in flat
sales for this segment of Cooper's business. Domestic sales of power tools to
the automotive industry were strong, but sales to the aircraft industry were
depressed due to cuts in defense spending and a weak commercial aviation
market.

SALES OF AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS MAINTAINED A STEADY PACE

Replacement parts demand for Cooper's spark plugs, wiper blades, brakes,
lights, steering and suspension products, and temperature control products was
relatively steady throughout 1993.

         Domestic light vehicle production increased by almost 10% in 1993,
stimulating orders from original equipment manufacturers for Cooper's lighting
products and wiper blades. European new car sales, on the other hand, declined
about 16%, primarily affecting demand for spark plugs.

PETROLEUM EQUIPMENT MARKETS CONTINUED THEIR DECLINE, DESPITE DOMESTIC REBOUND

A major positive in the domestic oil and gas market was the increase in
exploration and development of natural gas reserves. This came after a period
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history. The growing need for gas, resulting in higher and more stable prices,
was the primary driver of this upswing. The Clean Air Act also created
opportunities for equipment conversions to Cooper's patented CleanBurn
technology. Unfortunately, these improvements could not offset a downturn in
the international market.

         Several major orders were shipped in 1993, the most significant of
which was $80 million worth of compression equipment for government-sponsored
oil and gas exploration projects in India. Orders worth $250 million also were
booked for equipment to be installed in Canada, the North Sea, Morocco and
Malaysia. Nevertheless, additional, major projects that were expected to be
released in 1993 were delayed as a result of uncertainty in the world oil
markets.

         Worldwide, total consumption of oil in 1993 was below 1992 levels, the
first year-to-year decline since 1983. The decline in demand, coupled with
unchecked production, resulted in a global oversupply. By early 1994, oil
prices had fallen about one-third since March of 1993, with half the drop
coming after October. Consequently, many exploration and development projects 
were delayed as the industry began to sense that the price slump was more than
temporary. This affected demand for drilling and well completion equipment, 
turbines, engines and compressors made by Cooper.





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OPERATING RESULTS REFLECT COMPETITIVE CONDITIONS, ASSET REVALUATIONS AND
OPERATING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS

         Revenues for continuing businesses in the Electrical Products segment
were higher than in 1992, reflecting strength in the industrial and residential
construction markets. Reported revenues for the year were unchanged from 1992
levels, however, because of the sale of the Belden Division at the end of the
third quarter of 1993 and the loss of its fourth-quarter revenues.

         Electrical Power Equipment revenues were flat. Although demand was
stronger for distribution transformers for the residential market, it was
offset by sluggishness in the nonresidential sector and the very depressed,
large power transformer market.

         Revenues for the Tools & Hardware segment also were comparable to the
previous year, as increased sales to professionals and consumers were offset by
a slowdown in the industrial tool business. Sales to the aerospace market and
to European automotive customers were especially hard-hit.

         Revenues for the Automotive Products segment were steady throughout
1993. The higher reported revenues include the contribution of Moog Automotive
for the full year in 1993, compared with only one quarter in 1992.

         Revenues of the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment declined in
1993 because of depressed markets and the sale of the mining and construction
product lines at the





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beginning of the year. In addition, revenues of Cameron Forged Products were
not included for the fourth quarter, because it was classified as a
discontinued operation.

         Operating earnings of the Electrical Products segment were up 7%,
despite the loss of Belden's earnings in the fourth quarter. Earnings of the
Electrical Power Equipment segment were down more than 25% because of generally
lower revenue levels and lower sales of higher-margin products. The Tools &
Hardware segment reported improvements in operating earnings as a result of
plant consolidation and operating efficiency-improvement programs. Operating
earnings of the Automotive Products segment benefited from the inclusion of
Moog for the full year. The operating earnings of the Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment segment reflect the downturn in the oil and gas market discussed
earlier. Operating earnings for all five business segments benefited from
ongoing cost-improvement programs.

COMPLEMENTARY ACQUISITIONS CONTINUED IN 1993

         Cooper's strategy of acquiring businesses to complement existing
operations or diversify the Company was developed in the 1960s and continues
today. During 1993, Cooper made several complementary acquisitions.

         Mid-year, the Hawker Fusegear Group became part of the Bussmann
Division. Hawker, which is headquartered in the United Kingdom, manufactures a
comprehensive range of electrical fuses, along with related fusegear and
connector products. The acquisition strengthened Cooper's position in the
European circuit protection market.

         In August, the Triangle Tool Group and the Swiss line of Erem tools
became part of the Cooper Hand Tools Division. Triangle Tool manufactures and
distributes pliers, wrenches, farrier tools and horseshoes under the Utica,
Bonney and Diamond brand names.  The Erem line consists of high-quality
precision pliers, tweezers, cutters and connector tools for the electronics
market. All of these products complement Cooper's line of hand tools sold under
the CooperTools umbrella.

         Also during the third quarter, Cooper purchased Chicago-based
Fail-Safe Lighting Systems, a leading manufacturer of lighting fixtures for
prisons, operating rooms, clean rooms and high-abuse applications. Fail-Safe
adds to the growing Cooper Lighting line of recessed, track, fluorescent,
indoor/outdoor and emergency lighting fixtures.

         In addition to these complementary acquisitions, Cooper also acquired
controlling interest in two businesses in which the Company previously had a
minority interest. Anco de Mexico, S.A. de C.V., which makes Anco wiper blades,
was previously 40%-owned by Cooper. During 1993, Cooper purchased the 60% of
Anco de Mexico that was not previously owned. Likewise, late in the fourth
quarter, Cooper acquired the outstanding 58.5% interest in Home Fittings
Espana, S.A., headquartered in Vitoria, Spain.





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         HOFESA manufactures a full line of drapery hardware products and
fabricates alternate window treatments, such as venetian and vertical blinds,
for sale primarily in Spain, Portugal, Italy, France and England. This business
is now part of the Kirsch Division. These investments enable Cooper to have
management control of these operations.

RATIONALIZATION, REVITALIZATION AND REALIGNMENT PROGRAM DESIGNED TO IMPROVE
COMPETITIVENESS

         Since late 1991, Cooper has been involved in a multi-step program
designed to revitalize and realign the Company's operations to address the
competitive pressures anticipated in the coming decade. This program includes
the divestiture of certain noncore product lines, rationalization and
consolidation of facilities, and ongoing improvements in operations and
manufacturing processes.

DIVESTITURES

         A key component of Cooper's revitalization and realignment program is
divestment of noncore businesses and re-deployment of the Company's assets into
areas of market strength. During 1993, the Company completed the sale of one
division and announced plans to divest itself of two others.

         At the end of the third quarter, an initial public offering was made
of stock in Belden Inc., formerly the Belden Division of Cooper. Belden, which
manufactures electronic wire and cable and electrical wire and cord products,
became part of Cooper in 1981 with the acquisition of Crouse-Hinds Company.
There was little





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synergy between Belden and Cooper's other electrical businesses because of
different manufacturing processes and distribution networks. The completion of
the initial public offering resulted in a one-time, pretax gain of $274
million, which was offset completely by writedowns and other management actions
designed to improve the Company's long-term competitive position.

         In September, Cooper announced an agreement to sell the Cameron Forged
Products Division to Wyman-Gordon Company. The definitive agreement was signed
in January of this year. Cameron Forged Products makes high-quality,
specialized forgings for the aerospace, nuclear, oil and gas, and defense
industries. It was acquired in 1989 as part of Cameron Iron Works and is not a
traditional manufacturing operation like Cooper's other businesses. In
addition, there is little replacement parts business, which is an important
aspect of Cooper's ongoing operations. Both Cameron Forged Products and
Wyman-Gordon have been hurt by defense cutbacks and lower capital investments
by the airline industry. The combined company should be able to compete more
effectively.  Cooper will own a 48% interest in Wyman-Gordon and will have
representation on Wyman-Gordon's Board of Directors. The sale is subject to
approval by Wyman-Gordon's shareholders and lenders and is expected to be
completed during the second quarter.

         At the end of the third quarter, the Company announced plans to





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spin off the Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery Division to holders of Cooper
Common stock in a tax-free transaction. The new company, Gardner Denver
Machinery Inc., will be headquartered in Quincy, Illinois. Gardner-Denver
Industrial Machinery manufactures air compressors for various industrial
applications and equipment and pumps for oil and gas production,
well-servicing, drilling and stimulation. It was acquired in 1979 as part of
the Gardner-Denver Company. The Industrial Machinery Division that Cooper
operates today primarily serves the industrial markets and no longer
complements Cooper's other oilfield equipment operations. The spin-off is
expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter.

CONSOLIDATION OF OPERATIONS

         Throughout all five business segments, efforts to improve operations,
reduce overhead costs and eliminate excess production capacities continue. The
rationalization and integration of manufacturing for several product lines is
underway: electrical fittings; electrical transformers; horseshoes and farrier
tools; automotive steering and suspension products; and wellheads, valves and
compressors. In all, a dozen facilities worldwide were closed in 1993, and
several additional consolidation projects are planned for 1994 and 1995.

         Warehousing, distribution and customer service operations for several
businesses are being upgraded in order to improve customer service and reduce
handling and transaction costs. More and more, entire product





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lines can be shipped from one location, enabling customers to place a single
order for items manufactured at a variety of locations.  During 1993, Cooper
Automotive consolidated distribution of spark plugs, wiper blades, and
automotive wire and cable into one modern facility. Crouse-Hinds began
centralizing warehousing and distribution of its electrical products at an
existing Cooper facility in Virginia. Customer service for Kirsch window
products is now handled more efficiently from two cost-effective, 800-number
telephone centers, eliminating the need for multiple branch offices.

         The marketing organizations of the automotive product lines also have
been integrated. Sales of Cooper Automotive's spark plug, lighting, wiper blade
and automotive wire and cable lines are now handled by a single aftermarket
sales organization. European operations also were reorganized to improve
customer responsiveness. Recently, Moog Automotive integrated its brake and
chassis parts sales forces into one entity. These new organizations are more
efficient and provide better customer service.

OPERATIONS IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS

         Lowering product costs is an ongoing process at Cooper. Throughout the
Company's operations, new manufacturing technology is being introduced. Capital
investment is being made in new equipment, manufacturing cells are being
installed, and warehousing and inventory planning and production control
systems are being automated and upgraded. Synchronous production techniques are
being introduced at various plants. This flexible operating approach reduces
cycle times while lowering costs and work-in-process inventories. All of these
programs are linked to each division's strategy and long-term operating plan.

         Other projects are under way to enable Cooper's operations to maintain
their positions as worldwide leaders in their respective markets. For example,
the Bussmann Division recently completed the construction of a new, high-power
technology center.  It is the only facility in the world capable of three-phase
performance evaluation of its own and others' advanced circuit protection
devices under the most extreme, high-current or short-circuit conditions.  The
facility is capable of generating up to 300,000 amperes of current at 750 volts
under carefully controlled conditions.

         As another example, an industrial engineering software package with a
group technology feature, enhanced and installed by Cooper Energy Services,
allows a production planner to recall parts with like characteristics, reducing
planning time and resulting in more-consistent quality.

         Cooper Oil Tool Division began a major revamp of its management
information system in 1993. Installation of a state-of-the-art product
database and business application system is under way to integrate worldwide
marketing, engineering, manufacturing, planning and reporting, and human
resource systems to





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streamline decision-making and improve customer service.

TRAINING FOR QUALITY AND DEPENDABILITY

         Producing quality products is a top priority at Cooper. To assure that
the Company's products meet demanding customer standards, every division has a
training program for continuous quality improvement. In addition, nine more
Cooper plants became ISO 9000 (International Standards Organization)-registered
in 1993, bringing the total of registered plants to 33. Another 25 facilities
expect to be registered in 1994.

         Using ISO 9000 as a base, many operations have developed a Total
Quality Management process that includes statistical process control,
team-building, problem-solving, design for manufacturability, and internal and
external customer focus. Within their teams, shop-floor employees assume
responsibility for planning, expediting, maintenance and problem-solving. Both
productivity and quality improve significantly as a result.

         In addition to internal training for quality assurance, many
operations have training programs for distributors, customers or other end
users. For example, Cooper Lighting has continued its extensive training
programs for customers at the "Source," its innovative lighting education
center. During 1993, almost 5,000 people from around the world toured the
center, which offers seminars for architects, designers, contractors and other
customers on such topics as





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lighting fundamentals and energy-efficient lighting systems. The Moog Technical
Training Center has long been considered one of the best automotive training
centers in the industry. Field sales clinics are held weekly to train
professional installers.

MARKETS ARE SHIFTING AND COOPER IS RESPONDING

         The time-tested ways of doing business are rapidly changing, and
traditional distribution methods are yielding to radical, new ways of getting
products to both old and new customers. For example, "do-it-yourself" home
centers have emerged as an alternate distribution channel for several Cooper
product lines.

         Targeted marketing programs are required to reach different market
segments. Through one innovative program, Cooper Lighting encourages retail
customers to participate in the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Lights
Program and helps them select lighting to improve the appearance of their
product showrooms, reduce energy and maintenance costs, and gain public
recognition for environmental leadership.

         In the drapery hardware and window coverings market, distribution
channels are changing, as well, and there is a shift in the kinds of products
these "new" customers are ordering. The current fashion is alternate window
products, such as blinds, shades and shutters. Kirsch has focused its marketing
programs on this growing segment of the market.

         In the power tools industry, automation is replacing single-point tool
usage, requiring a shift toward automated fastening systems, such as those made
by Cooper's Deutsche Gardner-Denver operation in Germany. These products are
now being marketed more aggressively in the U.S.

OUTLOOK FOR BUSINESS SEGMENTS

SHORT-TERM OUTLOOK:  GOOD FOR MOST OPERATIONS, BAD FOR ENERGY-RELATED ONES

         The near-term outlook for Cooper is both good and bad. The immediate
future for most of Cooper's operations is relatively bright. The U.S. economy
continues to improve, and there is evidence that some international economies
may pick up later this year, as well.

         The Electrical Products segment will be favorably impacted by
continued growth in the domestic economy. Demand for lighting fixtures should
be even stronger, benefiting from increased housing starts and conversions to
more energy-efficient lighting.

         Results of the Electrical Power Equipment segment, on the other hand,
are expected to be flat over the short term, reflecting cautious utility
spending and a sluggish nonresidential construction market following years of
overbuilding.

         The Tools & Hardware segment should continue its steady performance,
achieving some growth from improving cost structures in all of its operations.
The window treatments business is also expected to grow, especially in Europe,
following recent acquisitions there.

         The Automotive Products segment should experience modest





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growth in unit demand, but price pressures are expected as the market
consolidates. A turnaround in European original equipment and aftermarket
demand is expected to begin later in 1994.

         The Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment will be down because of
the depressed petroleum markets and delays in major gas compression projects
worldwide.

LONG-TERM PROSPECTS ARE PROMISING

         Over the longer term, the outlook for Cooper's businesses is positive.
Sales of electrical product lines should continue to grow, both internally and
through acquisitions. The hand and power tool operations also should expand
through acquisitions. The window treatments division is moving ahead with its
internal development and international growth strategies. The automotive
operations will benefit from new marketing programs and will continue to seek
complementary product lines. Understandably, the petroleum equipment operations
are concentrating on consolidations, cost reductions and product improvements,
to be ready to take advantage of any upturn in their markets.

         Cooper Industries is preparing for the competitive environment of the
'90s and beyond. The Company is adapting to changing trends in the marketplace
and is investing in tools, training and technology to assure that we deliver
the best value to our customers through top-quality, cost-effective products
and superior service.





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DIVIDEND AND STOCK INFORMATION

         DIVIDENDS  Annual cash dividends declared during 1993 were  $1.32 a
share ($.33 a quarter) and during 1992 were $1.24 a share ($.31 a quarter).

         On February 16, 1994, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly
dividend on Common shares of $.33 a share, which will be paid April 1, 1994, to
shareholders of record March 8.
         
         The annual share dividend for the Convertible Exchangeable Preferred
stock is $1.60 ($.40 a quarter). The Preferred dividend rate is fixed by the
stated terms of the stock.

STOCK INFORMATION  Cooper Industries Common stock (symbol--CBE) and $1.60
Convertible Exchangeable Preferred stock (symbol--CBE p) are listed on the New
York and Pacific stock exchanges.  Cooper Industries options are listed on the
American Stock Exchange.

         The high and low quarterly sales prices for the past two years of
Cooper shares, as reported by Dow Jones & Company, Inc., are as follows:

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                  1993 (by quarter) 
                                                                                  ------------------
                                                                       1            2           3          4
                                                     -----------------------------------------------------------
<S>                                                  <C>             <C>         <C>          <C>        <C>
Common                                               High            $54.75      $51.875      $52.875    $54.125
                                                     Low              46.625      45.625       47.25      47.125
$1.60 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred             High             33.875      32.00        32.75      32.25
                                                     Low              29.50       29.625       30.125     28.00
                                                     -----------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>


<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 1992 (by quarter)
                                                                                 -----------------
                                                                        1           2            3          4
                                                     ------------------------------------------------------------
<S>                                                  <C>             <C>         <C>          <C>         <C>
Common                                               High            $59.375     $58.625      $52.50      $53.25
                                                     Low              53.25       45.50        41.75       45.375
$1.60 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred             High             35.75       35.00        33.125      33.50
                                                     Low              32.125      29.00        27.875      29.50
                                                     ------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>





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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND FINANCIAL REVIEW


OVERVIEW

During the last three years, the Company has completed a total of 13
acquisitions and 11 divestitures, with one additional divestiture and a
spin-off pending. While the net effect of these transactions, combined with an
erratic and often slow-growth global economy, has left the Company with
essentially unchanged revenues and earnings during this period, Cooper is a
much different company than it was in 1990 and better-prepared for the
increasingly competitive world marketplace. The acquisitions have been in
complementary product lines that enhance known areas of strength, while the
dispositions have been of noncore or poor-performing businesses. The discussion
that follows, as well as the financial statements and related footnotes, will
aid in understanding the Company's results of operations as well as its
financial position, cash flows, indebtedness and other key financial
information. For further information about Cooper's products, markets,
operations and future prospects, please refer to the Letter to Shareholders,
the Operations Review, the section entitled "Investing in the Three Ts," and
other discussions throughout this report.

REVENUES

1993 REVENUES Revenues of $6.27 billion in 1993 were up 2% from the $6.13
billion in 1992. Higher revenues in the Automotive Products segment, resulting
from the inclusion of a full year's revenues of Moog Automotive, more than
offset the decline in Petroleum & Industrial Equipment revenues stemming from
the weakness in worldwide petroleum markets and business dispositions.

         The Automotive Products segment generated revenues of $1.67 billion in
1993, which accounted for 27% of 1993 operating revenues, compared with $1.29
billion in 1992. This 30% increase was due to the inclu sion of 12 months of
Moog Automotive revenues in 1993 versus only three months in 1992. Excluding
the effects of Moog, revenues were down 1% compared with the preceding year.
Sales to domestic original equipment manufacturers improved over 1992 resulting
in higher sales of wiper and lighting products during 1993. However, declines
in domestic and Canadian sales of brake products and in European sales of spark
plugs and wiper products more than offset otherwise steady demand from the
automotive aftermarket.

         Revenues from the Electrical Products segment were $1.57 billion,
comprising 25% of the Company's operating revenues in 1993. Sales were flat
compared with 1992 because of the inclusion of only nine months' revenues
related to the Belden wire and cable business, which was sold at the end of the
third quarter (see Note 2 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for
further information). After excluding the revenues of Belden from both periods,
and adjusting for the effects of 1993 acquisitions and a small 1992 divestiture,
revenues in the segment improved by 6%. All major product offerings in the
segment reported steady revenue gains, led by improved demand for fluorescent,
industrial and airport lighting and for electrical circuit protection
equipment.

         The Tools & Hardware segment, which comprised 13% of 1993 operating
revenues, reported revenues of $808 million compared with $812 million in 1992.
After excluding the effects of acquisitions made during 1993 and 1992, revenues
were down 3%. The revenue decline resulted primarily from the combined effects
of weak consumer confidence and severe price competition in window coverings
markets, and sluggish European and export demand for power tools. These
weaknesses more than offset the modest improvement in domestic hand tool sales
caused by strengthening residential construction activity and industrial
production.

         Revenues from the Electrical Power Equipment segment declined from
$618 million in 1992 to $612 million in 1993, and represented 10% of the
Company's operating revenues in 1993. Sales of this segment's products
continued to be adversely affected by lower capital spending by utility
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pricing for distribution products. However, demand from utilities for
maintenance and efficiency products continued at steady levels, and an increase
in neighborhood development activity helped demand for distribution
transformers and transformer components.

         The Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment, which represented 25% of
the Company's 1993 operating revenues, experienced a 13% decline in revenues to
$1.60 billion from the $1.83 billion reported in 1992. Excluding the effects on
the comparison attributable to the early 1993 disposition of the mining and
construction operations and the inclusion of only nine months' revenues from
Cameron Forged Products due to the impending disposition of that business,
revenues declined 6% from the preceding year.  International shipments for oil
and gas production and transmission equipment tapered off throughout the year,
with significant declines in the fourth quarter. Domestic exploration and
production activity improved slightly as a result of the stronger natural gas
market. Shipments of industrial air compressors and blowers improved slightly
compared with the prior year as a result of an upturn in industrial demand and
economic development activity in Asia and the Pacific Rim.

1992 REVENUES Cooper's 1992 revenues of $6.13 billion (excluding nonrecurring
income items discussed below) were constant compared with 1991. Improvements in
demand in the Electrical Products and Automotive Products segments, along with
the acquisition of Moog Automotive, largely offset softness in Canadian and
some European markets and a drop in demand in the domestic petroleum equipment
market.

         Revenues in the Automotive Products segment were $1.29 billion, or 21%
of total operating revenues during 1992, an increase of 12%, compared with the
$1.15 billion reported in 1991. Excluding the effects of Moog Automotive, which
was acquired during the fourth quarter of 1992 (see Note 4 of the Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements), revenues were up 2%. Aftermarket demand,
which accounted for the vast majority of this segment's sales, improved
moderately in most product areas. Demand from domestic original equipment
manufacturers also improved, reflecting increased production of trucks and
minivans. These increases were partially offset by weak European markets,
primarily affecting spark plug sales.

         The Electrical Products segment contributed 26% of the Company's total
operating revenues, improving 3% from $1.53 billion in 1991 to $1.57 billion in
1992 (up about 7% after adjusting both periods for recent divestitures). Higher
levels of housing construction activity, as well as improved industrial
production and maintenance and repair spending, favorably impacted sales of
lighting fixtures, fuses and some electrical construction materials. Gains by
electronics producers also contributed to increased sales of electronic wire
and cable compared with the prior year.

         Electrical Power Equipment revenues improved to $618 million,
representing 10% of total operating revenues for 1992, from the $599 million
reported in 1991. Utility customers continued to spend on maintenance and
efficiency improvement projects, however capital spending remained at low
levels. In addition, the prior-year results were adversely impacted by a
third-quarter work stoppage at the Company's large power transformer plant.

         Revenues from the Tools & Hardware segment declined 4% to $812
million, representing 13% of total operating revenues.  Adjusted for recent
acquisitions, revenues decreased approximately 7% compared with the prior year.
Demand for the Company's hand- and air-powered tools fell as durable goods
manufacturing activity slowed internationally. The rise in domestic residential
construction activity and industrial production was modestly beneficial to the
Company's domestic hand tools operations; however, reduced spending on
residential redecorating and price competition depressed revenues in this 
segment's window treatments business.

         Revenues from the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment, which
represented 30% of the Company's total operating revenues in 1992, fell 10% to
$1.8 billion from the $2.0 billion reported in 1991. Weakness in domestic
demand for petroleum equipment, coupled with the continued softness in
aerospace and industrial equipment markets, led to declines in sales of the
Company's well completion equipment, aerospace forgings, power engines and air
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production and transmission equipment in the North Sea, Middle East and
Southeast Asia provided some offset to the factors noted above.

1991 REVENUES Revenues of $6.16 billion for the year ended December 31, 1991,
were down 1% from the $6.22 billion reported in 1990.  Increased revenues
attributable to a continuing recovery in worldwide petroleum markets were more
than offset by the effect of a weak domestic economy. Demand for many of the
Company's products suffered during the year as the domestic economy declined,
particularly in construction and industrial production markets.

         The Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment contributed 33% of the
Company's operating revenues in 1991. Revenues rose to $2.0 billion in 1991,
representing a 10% increase. Worldwide demand for oil and gas production and
transmission equipment increased significantly early in the year as the Persian
Gulf war created uncertainties over supply. While international demand remained
firm throughout the year, domestic activity decreased after the war due to the
deterioration of the natural gas industry, which saw prices fall to their
lowest levels in over a decade. International exploration and production
activity grew in almost all geographic areas; however, the domestic petroleum
market fell off considerably from the first half of the year. A decline in
worldwide construction of chemical, paper and other basic industry plants
caused demand for the Company's air compressors to subside. The weak condition
in the domestic economy also depressed demand for other of the Company's
industrial products, such as forgings for commercial aircraft and mining and
construction equipment.

         Revenues from the Automotive Products segment remained unchanged at
$1.15 billion for the year, representing 18% of total operating revenues.
Modest declines in demand for spark plugs and brakes were somewhat offset by
improved sales of wiper blades and lighting products. Market conditions in the
automotive aftermarkets were highly competitive throughout the period as
automotive parts distributors struggled to maintain market share in the midst
of the recession. Demand for repair and replacement products held up early in
the year, but began to reflect the softness in the domestic economy during the
latter part of the year.

         The Electrical Products segment recorded a 5% decline in revenues
during 1991 to $1.5 billion, or 25% of total operating revenues. Sales of
lighting fixtures, fuses and some electrical distribution products lagged
behind 1990's levels due to the weak domestic construction market. Uncertainty
over the prospect of economic recovery affected demand for electrical
construction materials; however, spending on repair and maintenance activities
was relatively strong throughout the year. Original equipment and installer
demand for electronic wire and cable declined.

         Revenues of the Tools & Hardware segment fell 7% to $843 million, or
14% of total operating revenues. Sales of hand tools and window treatments
suffered domestically as residential construction activity and industrial
production fell in response to the soft U.S. economy. International demand for
certain of the Company's industrial power tools increased in European markets,
providing a partial offset to domestic declines.

         An extended work stoppage (settled in October 1991) at the Company's
factory that produces large power transformers contributed significantly to the
12% decline in revenues from the Electrical Power Equipment segment. This
segment's revenues decreased to $599 million, representing 10% of Cooper's
total operating revenues. Weak demand in residential construction resulted in
lower sales of distribution transformers, thereby contributing to the decline
in segment revenues. Demand for efficiency improvement products (such as
distribution switchgear, capacitors and voltage regulators) was steady during
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NONRECURRING ITEMS

         At the end of the third quarter of 1993, the Company commenced the
final phase of a multi-year program designed to revitalize ongoing operations
and eliminate noncore businesses. The completion of the public offering of the
stock of Belden Inc. provided a $274-million pretax gain. That gain was
entirely offset by a number of management actions including the write-down of
the Cameron Forged Products operations to reflect the agreed-upon sales price
of this business to Wyman-Gordon Company; a write-down of internally developed
capitalized software; a reduction in the carrying value of the machinery and
equipment and certain other plant and equipment associated with the Company's
transformer product line within the Electrical Power Equipment segment; and
accruals of $99 million for a number of facility consolidations, shutdowns and
rationalizations. The facility projects are planned for all of the Company's
segments and involve operations in the United States, Canada and Europe. While
the majority of the spending for these projects will occur in 1994 and 1995,
some projects will not be completed until 1996.

         These actions are in addition to those provided for in the third
quarter of 1992, as well as the realignment of the Cameron Iron Works and
Champion Spark Plug operations undertaken in connection with those
acquisitions. While the Cameron and Champion realignments are largely completed
domestically, they are still in the early stages in Europe and other parts of
the world. Although these projects involve significant expenditures, the
spending is over several years, thus the various projects will not constitute a
significant strain on the Company's overall financial resources or create a
liquidity problem. Each of the projects was approved only after careful
assessment that indicated that each project, when completed, will provide
significant gains in productivity, operating efficiencies or other cost savings
in the future.

         Coincident with the sale of Belden, the Company announced an agreement
in principle to sell its Cameron Forged Products Division to Wyman-Gordon
Company and its intention to spin off to Cooper's Common shareholders the
Company's Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery operations headquartered in
Quincy, Illinois. These actions, along with the sale earlier during 1993 of the
Company's Gardner-Denver Mining and Construction operations, completed the
divestitures of noncore businesses. Additional information regarding 1993
nonrecurring income and expense items is set forth in Note 2 of the Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements.

         The Company's pretax earnings for 1992 include nonrecurring corporate
income of $24.6 million and nonrecurring expense of $57 million. The net effect
of these nonrecurring items was fully offset by $32.4 million of income tax
expense reductions. See Note 2 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial
Statements for additional information. The $57 million of nonrecurring expense
resulted from establishing accruals with respect to productivity improvement,
consolidation and asset disposition programs in all of the Company's segments
except Electrical Power Equipment. These programs, which started in 1993, will
be largely completed by late 1994 or early 1995 and are expected to result in a
favorable earnings payback in the form of reduced costs, increased efficiency
and other ancillary benefits.

         Also, during the year ended December 31, 1992, the Company elected
early adoption of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 106
(Employers' Accounting for Postretirement Benefits Other Than Pensions), SFAS
No. 109 (Accounting for Income Taxes) and SFAS No. 112 (Employers' Accounting
for Postemployment Benefits). Applying the new provisions resulted in a one-
time charge against first-quarter 1992 net earnings of $590 million, or $5.19
per fully diluted share. In addition, net income was decreased by $22 million,
or 19 cents a share, to reflect the 1992 current-year effects of the new
standards. See Note 3 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for
further information.

OPERATING EARNINGS

1993 OPERATING EARNINGS Operating earnings (defined as earnings before
consideration of corporate income and expense, interest, taxes and nonrecurring
items) declined 2% from $784 million in 1992 to $770 million in 1993.
Significant declines in the earnings of the Company's Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment and Electrical Power Equipment segments more than offset improvements
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which served stronger markets during 1993. The 1992 segment totals have been
revised to exclude 1992's third-quarter nonrecurring income and expense
amounts, thereby making them comparable to the 1993 segment totals, which
likewise exclude nonrecurring income and expense.

         The Automotive Products segment generated operating earnings of $189
million in 1993, compared with $139 million in 1992, with the entire increase
being attributable to the inclusion of Moog for a full year in 1993 versus only
one quarter in 1992. This segment's earnings represented 24% of the Company's
total operating earnings. Absent Moog's revenues and earnings, operating
earnings would have declined in line with the small revenues decrease discussed
previously. The gross margin percentage (defined as revenues less cost of
sales, as a percentage of revenues) improved slightly primarily due to the
inclusion of Moog. Selling and administrative expenses as a percentage of
revenues were only slightly less favorable than the prior year despite the
higher ratio of such costs at the acquired Moog operations as compared to
Cooper's existing operations. This reflected management's emphasis on keeping
such spending in line with operating levels.

         Operating earnings of the Tools & Hardware segment increased 10% to
$92 million in 1993 and represented 12% of operating earnings. Excluding the
earnings gains from acquisitions, the segment's operating income improved in
excess of 4% despite continued sluggishness in Europe and depressed conditions
in North American window coverings markets. Profit improvement programs over
the past several years and current spending controls provided the basis for the
earnings improvement despite the small decline in revenues.

         The Electrical Products segment continued to post steady improvements
in operating earnings, which grew 7% to $316 million, and comprised 41% of the
Company's operating earnings, even with the inclusion of only nine months'
earnings from the Belden wire and cable business. Excluding the results of
Belden and the effects of acquisitions from both periods, operating earnings
increased at almost twice the pace of the sales growth, improving 13% from the
previous year. The segment's earnings also benefited from operating
efficiencies and cost-containment measures that resulted in an improved gross
margin percentage and a lower percentage of selling and administrative expenses
per sales dollar.

         The Electrical Power Equipment segment experienced a 26% decline in
operating earnings to $43 million, representing 6% of operating earnings. The
decline was related to lower revenues, aggravated by the decline in demand for
higher-margin power products and weak pricing for distribution transformers.
Selling and administrative expenses in the segment declined both in absolute
dollars and as a percentage of revenues, as management continued to decrease
spending to respond to the lower market activity.

         Operating earnings for the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment
declined significantly from the previous year, falling 38% from $209 million in
1992 to $130 million in 1993. This segment's operating earnings represented 17%
of 1993 operating earnings.  These results would not be significantly different
if the divestitures occurring in each year were excluded. The primary reason
for the earnings decline was the significant decrease in revenues, caused by
continued decline in worldwide production and transmission projects and
augmented by the fourth-quarter drop in oil prices. The depressed market
conditions and the resulting pricing pressures caused margins to shrink faster
than management's ability to adjust short-term operating levels. Although
selling and administrative expenses declined significantly in the segment, they
were slightly higher than the previous year when measured as a percentage of
revenues due to the severity of the revenue decline.

         During 1993, the Company recorded $20 million in operating earnings
attributable to LIFO inventory liquidations, compared with $16 million in 1992
and $11 million in 1991. The percentage of LIFO income recorded by each segment
is set forth in Note 15 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

         Total Company operating earnings were 12.3% of total revenues in 1993,
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1992 OPERATING EARNINGS The following table shows the 1992 operating earnings
of the Company's segments before and after the effects of the accounting
changes discussed above and in Note 3 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial
Statements. The discussion that follows focuses on the "Comparative Segment
Totals."

1992 Operating Earnings by Segment

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                          Add Back Effects of   Comparative
                                                         As Reported          Accounting          Segment
(millions)                                               in Note 15             Changes            Totals
- ----------                                               ----------             -------            ------
<S>                                                       <C>                  <C>                 <C>
Electrical Products                                       $295.0               $ 3.2               $298.2
Electrical Power Equipment                                  58.2                 1.9                 60.1
Tools & Hardware                                            83.4                 2.2                 85.6
Automotive Products                                        139.0                16.2                155.2
Petroleum & Industrial Equipment                           208.8                 5.3                214.1
                                                          ------               -----               ------
                                                          $784.4               $28.8               $813.2
                                                          ======               =====               ======
</TABLE>


         Operating earnings declined 8% from $884 million in 1991 to $813
million in 1992. Significant declines in the operating earnings of the
Petroleum & Industrial Equipment and Tools & Hardware segments more than offset
modest improvements in earnings from the Electrical Products, Automotive
Products and Electrical Power Equipment segments.

         The Electrical Products segment generated operating earnings of $298
million in 1992, 37% of total operating earnings and a 9% improvement over the
$273 million in the prior year. The improvement was primarily the result of
higher sales volumes generated by the strong demand for lighting fixtures,
fuses and electronic wire and cable discussed under "Revenues." Operating
efficiencies also resulted in margin improvements and lower selling and
administrative expenses per sales dollar, which supplemented the earnings
improvement.

         The Automotive Products segment represented 19% of Cooper's total
operating earnings for 1992, with operating earnings of $155 million, compared
with $145 million in the prior year. This 7% increase over 1991 was
attributable to the acquisition of Moog Automotive. Excluding the effects of
the Moog acquisition, earnings for the year were flat. Lower overhead spending
from cost controls throughout this segment was essentially offset by the effect
on margins of sluggish spark plug sales.

         Earnings from the Electrical Power Equipment segment improved 5%,
compared with the strike-affected results of 1991.  Operating earnings rose
from $57 million to $60 million during 1992, representing 7% of the Company's
total operating earnings. Most of the earnings improvement was the result of
the increase in revenues from the particularly depressed levels of 1991.

         Operating earnings in the Tools & Hardware segment declined from $98
million in 1991 to $86 million in 1992, and represented 11% of total operating
earnings. Earnings were impacted primarily by the lower sales volumes. The
gross margin on sales improved slightly as a result of operating adjustments
made in response to the lower activity.

         Earnings from the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment decreased
significantly from $311 million in 1991 to $214 million in 1992, a 31% decline.
The earnings from this segment represented 26% of the Company's total operating
earnings for the year. The decline in demand for domestic oil and gas
exploration and production equipment due to the general condition of the
domestic energy markets, coupled with weak markets for industrial equipment,
had a significant, unfavorable impact on the earnings of this segment. Sales
declined faster than the Company's ability to adjust selling and administrative
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1991 OPERATING EARNINGS Cooper's operating earnings fell 1% to $884 million
during 1991 from $894 million in the prior year. The decline reflected the
impact of lower sales of many of the Company's products, somewhat offset by
benefits from profit improvement and cost management programs.

         In the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment, operating earnings
improved 29%, climbing to $311 million in 1991 and contributing 35% of the
Company's total operating earnings. In addition to increased revenues, earnings
were enhanced by a higher gross margin percentage resulting from a high-volume
order for compression equipment, as well as benefits from cost-reduction
programs and other operating efficiencies. This segment also continued to glean
benefits from the integration of the Cameron Iron Works acquisition.

         The Electrical Products segment's operating earnings declined 5% to
$273 million in 1991, representing 31% of the Company's total operating
earnings. The gross margin percentage improved due to controlled spending and
profit from 1991 liquidation of LIFO inventory layers, coupled with the effect
on the prior year of a restructuring charge at one of the Company's smaller
operations.  However, these benefits were offset by selling and administrative
expenses that did not decrease in proportion to the revenue decline.

         Operating earnings from the Automotive Products segment fell short of
the prior year's results by 6%, decreasing to $145 million in 1991. This total
represented 16% of Cooper's total operating earnings for the year. Intense
competition in the automotive aftermarket put pressure on operating margins and
resulted in a slightly lower gross margin percentage. Lower selling and
administrative expenses as a percentage of revenues, resulting from lower
advertising and promotion costs and overall cost containment efforts at the
spark plug operations, slightly offset the lower margins. However, higher
depreciation and amortization related to 1990 and 1991 capital spending within
this segment further reduced operating earnings during the year.

         Operations in the Tools & Hardware segment experienced a 23% decline
in operating earnings to $98 million in 1991, representing 11% of total
operating earnings. Earnings declined more than sales as the effects of the
progressive erosion of demand from residential construction and industrial
production markets outpaced management actions to reduce manufacturing labor
and overhead costs.

         The Electrical Power Equipment segment recorded a significant decline
in operating earnings from $82 million to $57 million, a decrease of 31%. These
earnings represented 7% of Cooper's total operating earnings. The decrease was
primarily attributable to lower volumes. Management control over costs helped
keep the gross margin percentage in line with the prior year, although price
competition resulted in a slight decline. Higher depreciation and amortization
on capital improvements made during 1990 also contributed to decreased earnings
for the period.

NET INCOME (LOSS)

1993 NET INCOME The Company's net income of $367 million improved 2% compared
with 1992's income before the cumulative effect of changes in accounting
principles of $361 million. The increase from 1992 reflected the positive
impacts of lower interest expense, higher amounts of income not allocable to a
particular segment and lower general corporate expenses, partially offset by
lower operating earnings as discussed above.

         Consolidated interest expense decreased 14% or $16.5 million primarily
as a result of lower interest rates. (See Note 10 of the Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements for further information on the Company's debt structure
and the statement of Consolidated Cash Flows for information regarding debt
activity.) Other income increased from the prior year due to the inclusion of
income from a tax sharing agreement between Cooper and Belden Inc. General
corporate expenses declined as a result of management's focus on cost controls
during the year. The effective tax rate increased 3.6 percentage points from
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1992 NET INCOME (LOSS) Cooper's income before the cumulative effect of changes
in accounting principles declined 8% to $361 million in 1992 from $393 million
in 1991. The decrease reflected the impact of lower operating earnings and the
1992 current-year effect of the new accounting standards adopted during 1992,
partially offset by lower interest expense. After considering the $590-million,
one-time charge against income for the cumulative effect of changes in
accounting principles, the Company experienced a net loss of $229 million,
compared with net income of $393 million in 1991.

         Consolidated interest expense declined 28% to $116 million for the
year. Lower debt levels during most of the year, largely due to strong
operating cash flows, combined with lower effective borrowing rates for the
decrease. General corporate expense increased $22 million and the effective tax
rate declined by 3.5 percentage points, largely due to the nonrecurring income
and expense items discussed above.

1991 NET INCOME Cooper's net income rose 9% to $393 million during 1991, up
from $361 million reported during 1990. The increase reflected lower interest
expense, lower general corporate expenses and a 1.3-percentage-point reduction
in the effective tax rate, the cumulative effect of which offset the 1% decline
in operating earnings discussed previously.

         Consolidated interest expense declined $53 million to $161 million for
the year. Lower effective borrowing rates resulting from soft economic
conditions and lower debt levels combined to produce the substantial decrease.
General corporate expenses decreased $6 million from the prior year, primarily
reflecting lower amounts of certain nonrecurring corporate costs. The effective
tax rate declined primarily due to lower foreign taxes as a percentage of
foreign earnings. The lower foreign tax rates reflected not only the benefits
of statutory rate reductions in certain foreign countries, but also benefits
derived from various tax planning strategies implemented over the previous
several years.

FULLY DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE

Earnings per fully diluted share increased to $2.75 in 1993, up 1% from 1992's
income before the cumulative effect of changes in accounting principles. The
same factors discussed under "Net Income" and "Operating Earnings" above
contributed to the change in fully diluted share earnings, partially offset by
higher shares utilized in the calculation. The number of weighted average
shares used in the fully diluted earnings per share computation was 114.2
million in 1993 compared with 113.8 million in 1992. In addition to normal
annual activity, the increase in shares reflects the issuance of 475,256 shares
in September 1993 in connection with the Company's biennial employee stock
purchase program as further discussed in Note 14 of the Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements.

         Earnings per fully diluted share before the cumulative effect of
changes in accounting principles decreased from $3.01 in 1991 to $2.71 in 1992.
The cumulative effect of changes in accounting principles during 1992 amounted
to $5.19 per fully diluted share, resulting in a net loss for the year of $2.48
per share. The same factors discussed under "Operating Earnings" and "Net
Income (Loss)" above led to the decline in share earnings. The assumed
conversion of the 7% debentures and the $1.60 Convertible Exchangeable
Preferred into Common stock was antidilutive in 1992; therefore, conversion was
not assumed in the 1992 computation of share earnings.

         Fully diluted share earnings increased from $2.81 in 1990 to $3.01 per
fully diluted share for 1991. The diversity of Cooper's markets, combined with
cost-reduction and cost-control programs, enabled the Company to minimize the
decline in operating earnings during this period of economic slowness. Coupled
with lower interest and taxes, these factors allowed the Company to post the 7%
increase in share earnings.

         The 131.1 million shares utilized in the 1991 computation of fully
diluted earnings per share increased in comparison to 1990, because the assumed
conversions of the $1.60 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred and the 7%
debentures to Common stock had a dilutive effect on the 1991 computation. As a
result, the applicable interest expense on the debentures, net of tax, was
added back to the net income and dividends on Preferred stock were not
deducted, in determining fully diluted earnings per share. (See Note 18 of the
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PRICING AND VOLUME

In all of Cooper's segments, the nature of many of the products sold is such
that an accurate determination of the changes in unit volume of sales is
neither practical nor, in some cases, meaningful. Each segment produces a
family of products, within which there exist considerable variations in size,
configuration and other characteristics.

         It is the Company's best judgment that, excluding the year-to-year
effects of acquisitions and divestitures, during 1993, unit volume increased in
the Electrical Products segment, was relatively unchanged in the Automotive
Products segment, and decreased in each of the other segments; during 1992,
unit volume increased in the Electrical Products and Automotive Products
segments, was relatively unchanged in the Electrical Power Equipment segment,
and decreased in the Tools & Hardware and Petroleum & Industrial Equipment
segments; and during 1991, unit volume increased in the Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment segment, was substantially unchanged in the Automotive Products
segment, and decreased in each of the other segments.

         During 1993 and 1992, the Company experienced resistance to price
increases in selected product offerings in all segments.  The Company has been
able to control costs during this period such that the resistance to price
increases has not significantly impacted profitability in any segments except
Electrical Power Equipment and Petroleum & Industrial Equipment (Tools &
Hardware and Petroleum & Industrial Equipment in 1992). During 1991, the first
full year of the economic decline domestically, the Company began to experience
difficulty passing on all cost increases, particularly in the Electrical Power
Equipment, Tools & Hardware and Automotive Products segments.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

WORKING CAPITAL During 1993, "operating working capital" (defined as
receivables and inventories less accounts payable and accrued liabilities,
excluding the initial effects of acquisitions and divestitures, as well as
foreign currency translation, nonrecurring income and expense items and the
cumulative effect of accounting changes) increased $3 million. Higher
receivables at year-end 1993 more than offset reductions in inventories and
increases in accounts payable and accrued liabilities compared with the
previous year end. The increase in receivables and the reduction in inventories
primarily occurred in the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment and was
largely due to the timing of several large compressor projects that shipped
during the month of December. The increase in accounts payable and accrued
liabilities was due to normal operating activities.

         During 1992, operating working capital increased by $29 million. This
change was comprised of the effects of lower receivables and inventories and
lower accounts payable and accrued liabilities. The decrease in receivables and
inventories primarily was due to effective working capital management. The
lower accounts payable and accrued liabilities resulted primarily from normal
operating activity.

         During 1991, operating working capital increased $92 million. Slightly
higher receivables and lower accounts payable and accrued liabilities were the
primary contributors to the increase. Receivables increased in the Petroleum &
Industrial Equipment segment, primarily as a result of higher revenues. Other
segments reported flat or decreased receivables. Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities decreased, primarily due to spending associated with integration
and consolidation programs within the acquired Champion and Cameron operations.
Inventories declined, partially offsetting the above changes, reflecting lower
production levels in response to soft economic conditions.

         Excluding the 1993 revenues of Belden, Gardner-Denver Industrial
Machinery Division and Cameron Forged Products Division, operating working
capital as a percentage of revenues at year-end 1993 was 18.0%. The percentage
was 19.8% at year-end 1992 (17.3% after adjusting for the fourth-quarter 1992
acquisition of Moog Automotive) and 19.9% at year-end 1991.

CASH FLOWS During 1993, cash flows from operating activities were $578 million.
These cash flows were augmented by proceeds from the disposition of businesses
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million from the sale of Belden), proceeds from sales of fixed assets of $26
million and proceeds from activity under stock option and other plans of $12
million. These cash flows allowed the Company to fund capital expenditures of
$275 million, dividends of $203 million and acquisitions of $101 million (see
Note 4 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements) and to reduce
indebtedness by $453 million.

         As discussed under "Nonrecurring Items" above, during the past two
years, the Company has accelerated consideration of a number of projects that
will involve significant spending over the next several years. The Company does
not believe that the resources required for the projects will strain the
Company's overall liquidity or capital resources.

         In January 1994, the Company announced that it expected earnings for
1994 to decline from 1993 by as much as 25%. Although the earnings decline will
result in lower cash flows for 1994, the cash flow reduction is not expected to
inhibit the Company's ability to meet its cash requirements or its ability to
respond to opportunities that may arise. See "Earnings Outlook" below for
further discussion.

         During 1992, cash flows from operating activities totaled $653
million. These positive cash flows, along with $39 million of proceeds from
business divestitures, $32 million from sales of plant and equipment and $45
million from stock option and other plans, allowed the Company to expend $638
million on acquisitions and $274 million on capital expenditures and to pay
$193 million of dividends, while only increasing outstanding indebtedness,
exclusive of debt assumed in acquisitions, by $334 million.

         During 1991, positive cash flows included $554 million from operating
activities, $37 million of proceeds from sales of plant and equipment and from
dispositions of businesses held for sale and $36 million from stock option and
other plans. These activities provided cash that allowed the Company to fund
capital expenditures of $266 million, pay dividends of $180 million and reduce
outstanding indebtedness by $158 million. Cash increased $6 million, net of a
$2-million translation effect, during the year.

DEBT  The ratio of debt to total capitalization at December 31, 1993, was 33.7%,
compared with 42.0% at year-end 1992 and 34.2% at year-end 1991. The decrease
from the previous year was due to debt reductions associated with the sale of
Belden and the classification of $75 million of indebtedness allocated to
Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery Division in "Net assets of businesses held
for disposition" at December 31, 1993. See Note 2 of the Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements for further information regarding the disposition of
Belden and the planned spin-off of Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery
Division.

         As of December 31, 1993, the Company had entered into several interest
rate swap agreements maturing at various dates through February 22, 1994, that
effectively converted $500 million of floating-rate borrowings into fixed-rate
borrowings that will have an effective borrowing rate of approximately 3.73%.
See Note 10 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for further
information.

FINANCIAL POSITION

         The Company's financial position reflects the various factors
discussed previously under "Revenues," "Nonrecurring Items," "Operating
Earnings" and "Liquidity and Capital Resources."

         The decreases in plant and equipment, intangibles and postretirement
benefits other than pensions primarily reflect the sale of Belden during 1993
and the transfers of the respective balances related to Gardner-Denver
Industrial Machinery and Cameron Forged Products to net assets of businesses
held for disposition at December 31, 1993. Other changes in the various
components of the Company's financial position were the result of normal
operating activities.

EARNINGS OUTLOOK

During January 1994, the Company announced that share earnings could be down by
as much as 25% in 1994 in comparison to 1993. After taking into account the
businesses divested in 1993 and the planned divestitures, the projected drop in
share earnings is entirely due to a downturn in the Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment segment, caused by the significant late-1993 drop in oil prices and
the resulting impact on worldwide exploration and production projects, which
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effects are being compounded by the impact of delays in several, major, gas
compression projects worldwide. The impact of this decline is expected to more
than exceed projected earnings improvements in the Electrical Products and
Tools & Hardware segments.  The Company anticipates steady performance in the
Electrical Power Equipment and Automotive Products operations.

         Nearly $35 million of the $156 million provided for management
projects over the last two years, as well as remaining realignment reserves
provided in connection with the Cameron Iron Works acquisition, will result in
significant capacity and cost structure modifications within the Petroleum &
Industrial Equipment segment over the next several years. These changes are
expected to have a softening effect on the 1994 downturn and longer term to
improve the Company's ability to participate profitably in a market turnaround
when it occurs.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES AND COMMITMENTS

Capital projects to reduce product costs, improve product quality, increase
manufacturing efficiency and operating flexibility, or expand production
capacity resulted in expenditures of $275 million in 1993, compared with $274
million in 1992 and $266 million in 1991. At December 31, 1993, commitments for
capital expenditures amounted to $270 million, compared with $288 million and
$285 million at year-end 1992 and 1991, respectively.

         The commitments for 1994 include approximately $42 million for
capacity expansion, $136 million for machinery and equipment modernization and
enhancement, $23 million for various computer hardware and software projects,
$13 million for environmental projects, and $56 million for other items.

EFFECT OF INFLATION

         During each year, inflation has had a relatively minor effect on
Cooper's reported results of operations. This is true primarily for three
reasons. First, in recent years, the rate of inflation in Cooper's primary
markets has been fairly low. Second, Cooper makes extensive use of the LIFO
method of accounting for inventories. The LIFO method results in current
inventory costs being matched against current sales dollars, such that
inflation affects earnings on a current basis. Finally, many of the assets and
liabilities included in Cooper's Consolidated Financial Position were recorded
in business combinations that were accounted for as purchases. At the time of
such acquisitions, the assets and liabilities were adjusted to a fair market
value and, therefore, the cumulative long-term effect of inflation is reduced.





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FINANCIAL HISTORY

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
(in millions where applicable)
OPERATING RESULTS                                     1993           1992(1)             1991              1990        1989(3)  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
<S>                                                <C>              <C>               <C>               <C>           <C>       
Revenues                                           $ 6,273.8        $ 6,133.9         $ 6,162.6         $ 6,222.2     $5,129.4  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
Cost of sales                                        4,233.6          4,139.6           4,129.4           4,187.9      3,451.3  
Depreciation and amortization                          302.8            289.1             258.0             238.5        188.9  
Selling and administrative expenses                  1,012.9            977.1             945.4             953.0        831.9  
Interest expense                                        99.1            115.6             161.2             214.2        182.6  
Nonrecurring income                                   (273.8)           (24.6)                -                 -            -  
Nonrecurring expense                                   273.8             57.0                 -                 -            -  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
Total costs and expenses                             5,648.4          5,553.8           5,494.0           5,593.6      4,654.7  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
Income before income taxes and                                                                                                  
   cumulative effect of changes in                                                                                              
   accounting principles                               625.4            580.1             668.6             628.6        474.7  
Income taxes                                           258.3            218.8             275.4             267.2        206.9  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
Income before cumulative effect of                                                                                              
   changes in accounting principles                    367.1            361.3             393.2             361.4        267.8  
Cumulative effect on prior years of                                                                                             
   changes in accounting principles                        -           (590.0)                -                 -            -  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
Net income (loss)                                      367.1           (228.7)            393.2             361.4        267.8  
Preferred dividends                                    (53.1)           (52.8)            (50.9)            (50.0)        (4.5) 
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
Net income (loss) applicable to                                                                                                 
   Common stock                                    $   314.0        $  (281.5)        $   342.3         $   311.4     $  263.3  
                                                   =========        =========         =========         =========     ========  
INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON SHARE                                                                                                  
Primary                                                                                                                         
   Income before cumulative effect of                                                                                           
      changes in accounting principles             $    2.75        $    2.71         $    3.04         $    2.81     $   2.51  
   Cumulative effect on prior years of                                                                                          
      changes in accounting principles                     -            (5.19)                -                 -            -  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
      Net income (loss)                            $    2.75        $   (2.48)        $    3.04         $    2.81     $   2.51  
                                                   =========        =========         =========         =========     ========  
Fully diluted                                                                                                                   
   Income before cumulative effect of                                                                                           
      changes in accounting principles             $    2.75        $    2.71         $    3.01         $    2.81     $   2.49  
   Cumulative effect on prior years of                                                                                          
      changes in accounting principles                     -            (5.19)                -                 -            -  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
      Net income (loss)                            $    2.75        $   (2.48)        $    3.01         $    2.81     $   2.49  
                                                   =========        =========         =========         =========     ========  
CASH DIVIDENDS PER COMMON SHARE                    $    1.32        $    1.24         $    1.16         $    1.08     $   1.00  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
AVERAGE COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING                                                                                               
   Primary                                             114.2            113.8             112.5             110.8        105.1  
   Fully diluted                                       114.2            113.8             131.1             110.9        105.9  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
OTHER DATA                                                                                                                      
Working capital                                    $   879.3        $ 1,187.2         $ 1,197.8         $ 1,041.3     $1,017.5  
Long-term debt                                       1,254.3          1,815.7           1,479.2           1,684.4      1,828.6  
Total indebtedness                                   1,515.9          2,072.8           1,761.2           1,972.8      2,085.4  
Capital expenditures                                   275.1            273.5             266.3             273.6        190.6  
Net plant and equipment                              1,483.4          1,685.6           1,614.0           1,568.0      1,647.9  
Total assets                                         7,147.8          7,575.6           7,148.6           7,167.5      6,745.0  
Shareholders' equity                                 2,984.6          2,866.9           3,394.9           3,065.7      2,696.6  
Book value per Common share                            19.54            18.66             23.60             21.45        18.21  
Year-end price/earnings ratio                           17.9             17.5(2)           19.0              14.6         16.1  
Return on revenues                                       5.9%             5.9%(2)           6.4%              5.8%         5.2% 
Return on average shareholders' equity                  12.5%            12.7%             12.2%             12.5%        13.5% 
Total debt as a percent of total capitalization         33.7%            42.0%             34.2%             39.2%        43.6% 
Number of employees                                   49,500           52,900            53,900            57,500       58,100  
Number of record shareholders                                                                                                   
   (Common and Preferred)                             38,800           37,800            39,500            34,500       35,900  
                                                   ---------        ---------         ---------         ---------     --------  
</TABLE>

(1)   During 1992, Cooper acquired Moog Automotive Group, Inc. in a transaction
      that was accounted for as a purchase. In addition, certain amounts have
      been reclassified to provide a consistent presentation.
(2)   Based on income before the cumulative effect of changes in accounting
      principles.





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<PAGE>   28
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
(in millions where applicable)
OPERATING RESULTS                                 1988(4)            1987           1986       1985(5)         1984          1983 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
<S>                                              <C>             <C>            <C>           <C>         <C>            <C>      
Revenues                                         $4,258.3        $3,585.8       $3,433.3      $3,067.2     $2,029.9      $1,850.3 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
Cost of sales                                     2,904.3         2,430.2        2,302.0       2,071.0      1,357.9       1,250.3 
Depreciation and amortization                       154.7           135.4          127.1         105.8         73.6          67.9 
Selling and administrative expenses                 701.9           622.6          615.9         534.5        368.4         363.1 
Interest expense                                    111.9            86.1          103.1          97.7         20.6          28.5 
Nonrecurring income                                     -               -              -             -            -             - 
Nonrecurring expense                                    -               -              -             -            -             - 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
Total costs and expenses                          3,872.8         3,274.3        3,148.1       2,809.0      1,820.5       1,709.8 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
Income before income taxes and                                                                                                    
   cumulative effect of changes in                                                                                                
   accounting principles                            385.5           311.5          285.2         258.2        209.4         140.5 
Income taxes                                        161.1           137.7          137.5         123.1        102.5          69.3 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
Income before cumulative effect of                                                                                                
   changes in accounting principles                 224.4           173.8          147.7         135.1        106.9          71.2 
Cumulative effect on prior years of                                                                                               
   changes in accounting principles                     -               -              -             -            -             - 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
Net income (loss)                                   224.4           173.8          147.7         135.1        106.9          71.2 
Preferred dividends                                     -               -              -         (16.0)       (16.0)        (16.0)
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
Net income (loss) applicable to                                                                                                   
   Common stock                                  $  224.4        $  173.8       $  147.7      $  119.1     $   90.9      $   55.2 
                                                 ========        ========       ========      ========     ========      ======== 
INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON SHARE                                                                                                    
Primary                                                                                                                           
   Income before cumulative effect of                                                                                             
      changes in accounting principles           $   2.21        $   1.73       $   1.52      $   1.39        $1.06      $    .64 
   Cumulative effect on prior years of                                                                                            
      changes in accounting principles                  -               -              -             -            -             - 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
      Net income (loss)                          $   2.21        $   1.73       $   1.52      $   1.39     $   1.06      $    .64 
                                                 ========        ========       ========      ========     ========      ======== 
Fully diluted                                                                                                                     
   Income before cumulative effect of                                                                                             
      changes in accounting principles           $   2.20        $   1.73       $   1.51      $   1.38     $   1.06      $    .64 
   Cumulative effect on prior years of                                                                                            
      changes in accounting principles                  -               -              -             -            -             - 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
      Net income (loss)                          $   2.20        $   1.73       $   1.51      $   1.38     $   1.06      $    .64 
                                                 ========        ========       ========      ========     ========      ======== 
CASH DIVIDENDS PER COMMON SHARE                  $    .90        $    .84       $    .80      $    .76     $    .76      $    .76 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
AVERAGE COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING                                                                                                 
   Primary                                          101.7           100.2           97.2          85.4         85.4          85.8 
   Fully diluted                                    101.9           100.5           97.5          86.1         85.8          86.3 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
OTHER DATA                                                                                                                        
Working capital                                  $  800.1        $  706.8       $  698.7      $  826.3     $  573.9      $  600.0 
Long-term debt                                    1,170.3           884.4          863.6       1,158.3        156.8         175.0 
Total indebtedness                                1,299.9           980.3          951.6       1,283.7        177.5         243.1 
Capital expenditures                                128.2           100.9          109.5         115.8         68.5          86.2 
Net plant and equipment                           1,115.2         1,016.6          937.7         973.2        685.5         683.3 
Total assets                                      4,384.0         3,800.4        3,400.0       3,635.9      1,953.7       1,949.4 
Shareholders' equity                              1,771.7         1,592.9        1,419.9       1,318.0      1,240.1       1,250.6 
Book value per Common share                         17.47           15.90          14.66         13.56        12.56         12.44 
Year-end price/earnings ratio                        12.3            16.0           13.7          15.1         13.3          26.9 
Return on revenues                                    5.3%            4.8%           4.3%          4.4%         5.3%          3.8%
Return on average shareholders' equity               13.3%           11.5%          10.8%         10.6%         8.6%          5.7%
Total debt as a percent of total capitalization      42.3%           38.1%          40.1%         49.3%        12.5%         16.3%
Number of employees                                46,300          43,200         40,200        46,000       30,000        30,000 
Number of record shareholders                                                                                                     
   (Common and Preferred)                          32,600          50,900         28,100        29,900       30,900        33,100 
                                                 --------        --------       --------      --------     --------      -------- 
</TABLE>

(3)      During 1989, Cooper acquired Champion Spark Plug Company and Cameron
         Iron Works, Inc. in transactions that were accounted for as purchases.
(4)      During 1988, Cooper acquired RTE, Beswick and Imo Delaval's Enterprise
         Engine parts and repair business in transactions that were accounted
         for as purchases.
(5)      During 1985, Cooper acquired McGraw-Edison Company in a transaction
         that was accounted for as a purchase.





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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS




THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND SHAREHOLDERS
COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.

We have audited the accompanying statements of consolidated financial position
of Cooper Industries, Inc. as of December 31, 1993 and 1992, and the related
statements of consolidated results of operations, changes in shareholders'
equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December
31, 1993. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's
management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial
statements based on our audits.

         We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test  basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit
also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial
statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis
for our opinion.

         In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present
fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of Cooper
Industries, Inc. at December 31, 1993 and 1992, and the consolidated results of
its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period
ended December 31, 1993, in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles.

         As discussed in Note 3 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial
Statements, in 1992 the Company changed its methods of accounting for
postretirement benefits other than pensions, income taxes and postemployment
benefits.


                                           /s/ ERNST & YOUNG


Houston, Texas
January 24, 1994





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CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

(in millions except per-share data)


<TABLE>
<CAPTION>

                                                                   Year Ended December 31,
                                                       -----------------------------------------------
                                                         1993              1992(1)             1991
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
<S>                                                    <C>                <C>                <C>
REVENUES                                               $ 6,273.8          $ 6,133.9          $ 6,162.6
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
COSTS AND EXPENSES
Cost of sales                                            4,233.6            4,139.6            4,129.4
Depreciation and amortization                              302.8              289.1              258.0
Selling and administrative expenses                      1,012.9              977.1              945.4
Interest expense                                            99.1              115.6              161.2
Nonrecurring income                                       (273.8)             (24.6)                 -
Nonrecurring expense                                       273.8               57.0                  -
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
                                                         5,648.4            5,553.8            5,494.0
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
  Income before income taxes and cumulative effect of
    changes in accounting principles                       625.4              580.1              668.6
Income taxes                                               258.3              218.8              275.4
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
  Income before cumulative effect of changes in
    accounting principles                                  367.1              361.3              393.2
  Cumulative effect on prior years of changes in
    accounting principles                                      -             (590.0)                 -
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
    NET INCOME (LOSS)                                  $   367.1          $  (228.7)         $   393.2
                                                       =========          =========          =========
INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON SHARE
    Primary--
       Income before cumulative effect of changes
         in accounting principles                      $    2.75          $    2.71          $    3.04
       Cumulative effect on prior years of changes 
         in accounting principles                              -              (5.19)                 -
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
       NET INCOME (LOSS)                               $    2.75          $   (2.48)         $    3.04
                                                       =========          =========          =========
    Fully diluted--
       Income before cumulative effect of changes 
         in accounting principles                      $    2.75          $    2.71          $    3.01
       Cumulative effect on prior years of changes 
         in accounting principles                              -              (5.19)                 -
                                                       ---------          ---------          ---------
       NET INCOME (LOSS)                               $    2.75          $   (2.48)         $    3.01
                                                       =========          =========          =========
CASH DIVIDENDS PER COMMON SHARE                        $    1.32          $    1.24          $    1.16
                                                       =========          =========          =========
</TABLE>

(1)  Certain amounts have been reclassified to provide a consistent
     presentation of nonrecurring income and expense.

The Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of 
these statements.





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<PAGE>   31
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL POSITION

(in millions except share data)


<TABLE>
<CAPTION>

                                                                     December  31,
                                                             ----------------------------
                                                                1993               1992     
                                                             ---------          ---------
<S>                                                          <C>                <C>      
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents                                    $    13.0          $    17.8
Receivables                                                    1,105.2            1,086.1
Inventories                                                    1,247.2            1,481.8
Other                                                            216.4              251.4
                                                             ---------          ---------
                                                               2,581.8            2,837.1
                                                             ---------          ---------
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Short-term debt                                                   99.7              200.2
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities                       1,323.6            1,347.4
Accrued income taxes                                             117.3               45.4
Current maturities of long-term debt                             161.9               56.9
                                                             ---------          ---------
                                                               1,702.5            1,649.9
                                                             ---------          ---------
     WORKING CAPITAL                                             879.3            1,187.2

Net assets of businesses held for disposition                    225.0                  -
Plant and equipment, at cost less accumulated depreciation     1,483.4            1,685.6
Intangibles, less accumulated amortization                     2,589.5            2,810.4
Deferred income taxes, investments and other assets              268.1              242.5
                                                             ---------          ---------
     TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES                     5,445.3            5,925.7
                                                             ---------          ---------
Long-term debt                                                 1,254.3            1,815.7
Postretirement benefits other than pensions                      743.1              875.3
Other long-term liabilities                                      463.3              367.8
                                                             ---------          ---------
     NET ASSETS                                              $ 2,984.6          $ 2,866.9
                                                             =========          =========
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
$1.60 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred stock, $1.00 
  par value; 33,376,420 shares authorized (liquidating 
  value at December 31, 1993--$753.2 million)                $    33.2          $    33.1
Common stock, $5.00 par value;  250,000,000 shares 
  authorized                                                     571.3              567.0
Capital in excess of par value                                 1,122.1            1,086.2
Retained earnings                                              1,526.5            1,359.1
Unearned employee stock ownership plan compensation             (125.2)            (149.7)
Minimum pension liability                                        (73.6)              (7.7)
Translation component                                            (65.8)             (21.1)
Common stock held in treasury, at cost                            (3.9)                 -
                                                             ---------          ---------
                                                             $ 2,984.6          $ 2,866.9
                                                             =========          =========
</TABLE>

The Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of 
these statements.


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CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOWS

(in millions)


<TABLE>
<CAPTION>

                                                                                 Year Ended December 31,
                                                                   -----------------------------------------------
                                                                     1993              1992(1)             1991
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
<S>                                                                <C>                <C>                <C>

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
   Net income (loss)                                               $  367.1           $ (228.7)          $  393.2
   Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash
      provided by operating activities:
        Depreciation                                                  202.0              196.2              175.2
        Amortization                                                  100.8               92.9               82.8
        Deferred income taxes                                          (7.7)             109.4               49.5
        Postretirement benefits other than pensions                    (8.0)              29.2                  -
        Nonrecurring income, net of tax                              (164.3)             (37.0)                 - 
        Nonrecurring expense, net of tax                              164.3               37.0          
        Cumulative effect of changes in accounting                  
          principles                                                      -              590.0                  -
        Changes in assets and liabilities:(2)         
            Receivables                                              (114.2)              79.9              (12.9)
            Inventories                                                68.5              114.5               25.8
            Accounts payable and accrued liabilities                   43.1             (222.9)            (104.6)
            Accrued income taxes                                      (50.9)              21.4               (8.1)
            Other assets and liabilities, net                         (23.2)            (129.3)             (46.6)
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
              Net cash provided by operating activities               577.5              652.6              554.3
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
   Cash paid for acquired businesses                                 (100.9)            (637.7)             (15.0)
   Capital expenditures                                              (275.1)            (273.5)            (266.3)
   Proceeds from sales of plant and equipment                          25.5               31.6               22.4
   Proceeds from disposition of businesses                            412.5               38.9               15.0
   Other                                                                (.9)               1.5               (0.8)
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
              Net cash provided by (used for) investing 
                   activities                                          61.1             (839.2)            (244.7)
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
   Additions to debt                                                  257.7              749.2              341.7
   Reductions of debt                                                (710.7)            (415.2)            (499.6)
   Dividends                                                         (203.4)            (193.3)            (179.9)
   Activity under stock option and other plans                         12.3               44.7               36.3
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
              Net cash provided by (used for) financing 
                   activities                                        (644.1)             185.4             (301.5)
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
EFFECT OF TRANSLATION ON CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS                       .7                (.4)              (2.2)
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents                       (4.8)              (1.6)               5.9
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year                           17.8               19.4               13.5
                                                                   ---------          ---------          ---------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF YEAR                             $   13.0           $   17.8           $   19.4
                                                                   ========           ========           ========
</TABLE>

(1)     Certain amounts have been reclassified to provide a consistent
        presentation of nonrecurring items.
(2)     Net of the effects of acquisitions, divestitures, translation,
        nonrecurring items and the cumulative effect of changes in accounting
        principles.

The Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these
statements. See Note 17 for information on noncash investing and
financing activities.




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CONSOLIDATED CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
(in millions)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                  $1.60                                          Unearned
                                Convertible            Capital in             Employee Stock   Minimum                    Common
                               Exchangeable   Common   Excess of   Retained   Ownership Plan   Pension    Translation  Stock Held in
                             Preferred Stock   Stock   Par Value   Earnings    Compensation    Liability  Component      Treasury
                             ---------------  ------   ----------  --------   --------------   ---------  -----------  -------------
<S>                              <C>          <C>        <C>       <C>          <C>              <C>         <C>           <C>
BALANCE DECEMBER  31, 1990       $31.4        $548.5     $  933.1  $1,561.4     $ (149.9)        $   -       $ 141.2       $   -
 Net income                                                           393.2
 Cash dividends:
  Preferred stock--$1.60                                              (50.9)
  Common stock                                                       (129.0)
 Dividend reinvestment program                    .2          1.5
 Shares issued for:
  Conversions of debentures        1.5                       33.1
  Exercise of stock options                      3.5         11.6
  Employee stock purchase plan                   6.1         28.7
 Employee stock ownership plan:
  Principal payments by ESOP                                                        27.7
  Excess of cash contributions
   over expense                                                                      (.2)
  Sale of additional shares                      2.7         24.1                  (26.8)
 Tax effect of:
  Disqualifying stock 
   dispositions                                               3.1
  Dividends paid to the ESOP                                            2.8
 Translation loss                                                                                               (3.6)
 Other                                                        (.1)
                                 -----       ------      --------  --------     --------        ------       -------       -----
BALANCE DECEMBER 31, 1991         32.9        561.0       1,035.1   1,777.5       (149.2)           -          137.6           -
 Net loss                                                            (228.7)
 Cash dividends:
  Preferred Stock--$1.60                                              (52.8)
  Common stock                                                       (140.5)
 Dividend reinvestment program                   .3           2.4
 Shares issued for:
  Conversions of debentures         .2                        3.7
  Exercise of stock options                     2.3           9.3
  Executive restricted stock
   incentive plan                                .9           6.2
 Employee stock ownership plan:
  Principal payments by ESOP                                                        26.1
  Excess of cash contributions
   over expense                                                                      (.4)
  Sale of additional shares                     2.3          23.9                  (26.2)
 Tax effect of:
  Disqualifying stock 
   dispositions                                               3.4
  Dividends paid to the ESOP                                            3.6
 Translation loss                                                                                             (158.7)
 Adjustment for minimum pension
  liability                                                                                       (7.7)
 Other                                           .2           2.2
                                 -----       ------      --------  --------     --------        ------       -------       -----
BALANCE DECEMBER 31, 1992         33.1        567.0       1,086.2   1,359.1       (149.7)         (7.7)        (21.1)          -
 Net income                                                           367.1
 Cash dividends:
  Preferred Stock--$1.60                                              (53.1)
  Common stock                                                       (150.3)
 Dividend reinvestment program                   .3           2.2                                                              
 Acquisition of treasury stock,
  at cost                                                                                                                   (4.5)
 Shares issued for:
  Conversions of debentures         .1                        2.8
  Exercise of stock options                     1.6           7.1                                                             .6
  Employee stock purchase plan                  2.4          21.2
 Employee stock ownership plan:
  Principal payments by ESOP                                                        27.2
  Excess of cash contributions
   over expense                                                                     (2.7)
 Tax effect of:
  Disqualifying stock 
   dispositions                                               2.3
  Dividends paid to the ESOP                                            3.7
 Translation loss                                                                                              (44.7)
 Adjustment for minimum pension
  liability                                                                                      (65.9)
 Other                                                         .3
                                 -----       ------      --------  --------     --------        ------       -------       -----
BALANCE DECEMBER 31, 1993        $33.2       $571.3      $1,122.1  $1,526.5     $ (125.2)       $(73.6)      $ (65.8)      $(3.9)
                                 =====       ======      ========  ========     ========        ======       =======       =====
</TABLE> 
The Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these
statements.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS


NOTE 1: SUMMARY OF MAJOR ACCOUNTING POLICIES

PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION   The consolidated financial statements include the
accounts of the Company and all majority-owned subsidiaries, except for certain
insignificant subsidiaries, the investments in which are recorded under the
cost method because of restrictions upon the transfer of earnings and other
economic uncertainties. Investments of 50% or less in affiliated companies are
accounted for on the equity method, unless significant economic or political
considerations indicate that the cost method is appropriate.

INVENTORIES Inventories are carried at cost or, if lower, net realizable value.
On the basis of current costs, 73% of inventories in 1993 and 72% in 1992 are
carried on the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method. The remaining inventories are
carried on the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method.

PLANT AND EQUIPMENT Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of
the related assets using primarily the straight-line method. This method is
applied to group asset accounts which in general have the following lives:
buildings--10 to 40 years; machinery and equipment--3 to 18 years; and tooling,
dies, patterns, etc.--5 to 10 years. Prior to the fourth quarter of 1992, no
provision was made for depreciation of tooling, dies, patterns and similar
assets related to general operations, as replacement of these items was charged
to expense. The depreciable life for the majority of the Company's machinery
and equipment was changed from 10 to 12 years effective July 1, 1993.

INTANGIBLES Intangibles consist primarily of goodwill related to purchase
acquisitions which, with minor exceptions, is being amortized over 40 years
from their respective acquisition dates.

INCOME TAXES Beginning with the year 1992, the Company determined tax expense
and other deferred tax information in compliance with Statement of Financial
Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 109 (Accounting for Income Taxes). Prior years
have not been restated and accordingly reflect the procedures required by APB
Opinion No. 11--Accounting for Income Taxes, as amended. Income tax expense
includes U.S. and foreign income taxes, including U.S. Federal taxes on
undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries to the extent such earnings are
planned to be remitted.

POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS OTHER THAN PENSIONS Beginning with the year 1992, the
Company determined the accounting effect of postretirement benefits other than
pensions (primarily retiree medical costs) in accordance with the provisions of
SFAS No. 106 (Employers' Accounting for Postretirement Benefits Other Than
Pensions). Such benefits in years prior to 1992 were accounted for primarily on
a pay-as-you-go basis, except for the portion of such costs accrued in
connection with the Company's 1989 acquisitions.

POSTEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS Beginning with the year 1992, the Company accounted for
the benefits payable to employees when they leave the Company other than by
reason of retirement in accordance with the provisions of SFAS No. 112
(Employers' Accounting for Postemployment Benefits). Except for an actuarial
determination of the termination benefits payable to domestic salaried
employees, the Company's accounting in years prior to 1992 was the same as that
required by SFAS No. 112.

ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION AND COMPLIANCE Environmental remediation costs are
accrued, except to the extent costs can be capitalized, based on estimates of
known environmental remediation exposures. Environmental compliance costs
include maintenance and operating costs with respect to pollution control
facilities, cost of ongoing monitoring programs and similar costs. Such costs
are expensed as incurred. Capitalized environmental costs are depreciated
generally utilizing a 15-year life.

INTEREST RATE SWAP AGREEMENTS The Company uses interest rate swaps to manage
its interest rate risk. The interest rate differential to be received or paid
is recognized over the lives of the interest rate swaps as an adjustment to
interest expense.

OTHER For purposes of the statement of Consolidated Cash Flows, the Company
considers all investments purchased with original maturities of three months or
less to be cash equivalents.





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NOTE 2: NONRECURRING ITEMS

On October 6, 1993, the Company closed an initial public offering of 90.4% of
the stock of Belden Inc., formerly the Company's Belden Division. This sale,
which was recorded in the third quarter, generated net-of-tax cash proceeds of
approximately $267 million and a $273.8-million pretax ($164.3 million net of
tax) gain or $1.44 per fully diluted share. In addition, depending upon the
future profitability of Belden and other factors, the Company will receive over
a 15-year period additional benefits from a tax sharing agreement between the
Company and Belden Inc. The proceeds from the tax sharing agreement will be
recorded in income when they are earned. The Company's remaining 9.6% interest
in Belden Inc., the sale of which is prohibited during the first six months and
restricted (other than when registered as permitted by agreements with Belden)
during the first two years following the public offering, has been accounted
for as a marketable equity security with an initial investment value of $12.4
million and a December 31, 1993 market value of $46.6 million. Belden, which
was included in the Electrical Products segment, had revenues of $281 million
and pretax profits of approximately $38 million for the nine-month period ended
September 30, 1993.

         The gain from the Belden sale was fully offset by a loss recorded with
respect to the anticipated sale of the Cameron Forged Products Division and by
the effects of a series of management actions designed to enhance the Company's
future profitability. These actions included $99 million of accruals with
respect to a series of productivity improvement and consolidation programs; a
$65-million reduction in the depreciable value of the machinery and equipment
and certain other plant and equipment related to the production of
transformers, a large product line within the Company's Electrical Power
Equipment segment; and a $56-million reduction in the carrying value of the
Company's internally developed capitalized software. In addition, the Company
increased the depreciable life on all existing and future additions of
machinery and equipment from 10 to 12 years effective July 1, 1993.

         On January 10, 1994, the Company entered into a definitive agreement
for the sale of its Cameron Forged Products Division to Wyman-Gordon Company in
exchange for approximately 16.5 million newly issued shares of Wyman-Gordon
Company's common stock and $5 million in cash and notes. In anticipation of
this sale, which had been agreed to in principle in mid-September, the Company
reclassified the net assets of Cameron Forged Products Division to a long-term
asset under the caption "Net assets of businesses held for disposition" and
charged pretax earnings approximately $54 million for a write-down of the
carrying value of those assets.  Although Cooper will own approximately 48% of
Wyman-Gordon Company, this investment is not intended to be maintained for a
long period. Consequently, while the sale of the Wyman-Gordon Company shares is
restricted, Cooper will have certain registration rights with respect to the
stock in addition to its rights pursuant to Rule 144 of the Securities Act. In
addition, Cooper will have only limited representation on Wyman-Gordon
Company's Board of Directors and will be required, except in certain
circumstances, to vote its shares in accordance with the position recommended
by Wyman-Gordon Company's Board of Directors or proportionately with the vote
of the other shareholders. As a result, when consummated, the Wyman-Gordon
Company stock will be accounted for as a marketable equity security. At
December 31, 1993, the market value of the common stock that Cooper will receive
was $76.3 million, based on the year-end closing price of the Wyman-Gordon
Company common stock. For the nine months ended September 30, 1993, Cameron
Forged Products Division, which was included in the Company's Petroleum &
Industrial Equipment segment, had revenues of $114 million and a small pretax
loss. The results for the fourth quarter, which were consistent with those for
the nine-month period, have not been included in the Company's consolidated
results. The Company anticipates that this transaction, which is subject to
Wyman-Gordon Company shareholder approval, will be consummated in early 1994.

         In mid-October 1993, the Company announced its intention to spin off
to the Company's Common shareholders its Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery
Division headquartered in Quincy, Illinois. The Company formed a new
corporation called Gardner Denver Machinery Inc. and then transferred the
assets and liabilities of the division into this entity. The stock of the newly
formed corporation will be distributed on the basis of one share of common
stock, par value $.01 per share, for every 25 shares of Cooper Common





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stock owned as of a yet-to-be determined record date. Pursuant to the income
tax and accounting rules pertaining to this transaction, the Company will not
have a gain or loss with respect to the transaction and the stock received by
the Company's shareholders will not be taxable until sold. At December 31,
1993, the net assets of the business, including approximately $75 million of
indebtedness, amounted to approximately $150 million, which amount has been
included in a long-term asset caption titled "Net assets of businesses held for
disposition" pending completion of the distribution. For the year ended
December 31, 1993, the Gardner-Denver Industrial Machinery Division, after
deducting allocated interest expense, had a small pretax profit on revenues of
$156 million. The Company anticipates that the distribution will be made during
the first quarter of 1994.

         The Company's net results for 1992 included approximately $22 million,
net of tax, of nonrecurring corporate income, as well as a one-time,
$15-million income tax expense reduction. In anticipation of a continuing
slow-growth global economy, the Company accelerated consideration of a number
of productivity improvement, consolidation and asset disposition programs. The
Company decided to implement several such programs that were contemplated for
later in the 1990s, resulting in a provision of $37 million, net of tax, which
offset the favorable effects of these gains.

         The 1992 nonrecurring income items included recognition of income with
respect to investments made during the 1982 downturn in the petroleum sector.
These investments were made under unusually favorable circumstances, which
ultimately allowed disposition at a profit. Although portions of this profit
were recognized previously, a significant amount was deferred pending the
resolution of various uncertainties that were resolved during 1992.
Additionally, the Company received an interest refund from the U.S. government
with respect to the settlement of a pending income tax matter. The one-time
income tax expense reduction resulted from a reassessment of the amount of tax
accruals that need to be retained in order to fully provide for the additional
U.S. tax that would be payable when the earnings of the Company's foreign
subsidiaries are remitted.

NOTE 3: CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES

During the fourth quarter of 1992, the Company elected to adopt effective
for all of 1992 and future years the accounting provisions of SFAS
No. 106 (Employers' Accounting for Postretirement Benefits Other Than
Pensions), SFAS No. 109 (Accounting for Income Taxes) and SFAS No. 112
(Employers' Accounting for Postemployment Benefits). Earnings for 1992 included
the cumulative effect ($590 million, net of tax, or $5.19 per fully diluted
share) as of January 1, 1992, necessary to adjust the Company's net assets for
compliance with the new standards. The results of operations for 1993 have also
been determined in accordance with the new standards. Each of these changes is
discussed in greater detail below.

SFAS NO. 106-EMPLOYERS' ACCOUNTING FOR POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS OTHER THAN
PENSIONS   This standard, which was required to be adopted by the Company no
later than January 1, 1993, provides that the Company follow an accrual method
of accounting for the benefits other than pensions (primarily medical costs)
provided to employees after retirement. The results of operations for 1992
included a charge of $669.1 million pretax ($408.2 million, net of tax, or
$3.59 per fully diluted share) for the immediate recognition of the net
transition obligation with respect to benefits earned by active and retired
employees prior to January 1, 1992. Additionally, postretirement costs were
recorded based on an actuarially determined accrual method as opposed to the
Company's previous pay-as-you-go method of accounting for such costs. The
effect was to decrease 1992's full-year net earnings by $17.8 million, or $.15
per fully diluted share. The remaining disclosure information required by SFAS
No. 106 is set forth in Note 13.

SFAS NO. 109-ACCOUNTING FOR INCOME TAXES   This standard, which also was
required to be adopted by the Company no later than January 1, 1993, requires a
liability, as opposed to a deferred, method of accounting for income taxes. The
results of operations for 1992 included a net tax charge of $166.2 million
($1.47 per fully diluted share) in order to provide a net deferred tax credit
with respect to the aggregate of the differences between the book and tax basis
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adjustment resulted from the large, fair market value adjustments recorded for
book purposes, but not for tax purposes, with respect to certain acquisitions,
including Gardner-Denver, McGraw-Edison and, more recently, Champion Spark Plug
and Cameron Iron Works. Additionally, income tax expense and certain other
adjustments for 1992 were determined in accordance with the provisions of the
new standard. The effect was to decrease 1992 pretax income by $2.8 million
while increasing tax expense by $1.2 million, for a combined reduction of $.04
per fully diluted share. The remaining disclosure information required by SFAS
No. 109 is set forth in Note 9.

SFAS NO. 112--EMPLOYERS' ACCOUNTING FOR POSTEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS  This standard,
which was not required to be adopted by the Company until January 1, 1994,
provides that the Company follow an accrual method of accounting for the
benefits payable to employees when they leave the Company other than by reason
of retirement. Because most of these benefits were already accounted for by the
Company on an accrual method, this new standard had a relatively small
cumulative effect--$25.6 million ($15.6 million, net of tax, or $.13 per fully
diluted share)--and a negligible effect on 1992's earnings.

NOTE 4: ACQUISITIONS AND DIVESTITURES

In addition to the transactions described in Note 2, the Company completed five
small product-line acquisitions and four divestitures in 1993. The
acquisitions, which had an aggregate cost of $110.2 million including $6.7
million of assumed indebtedness, have been accounted for as purchases, with the
resulting revenues and earnings included in the Company's Consolidated Results
of Operations since the respective acquisition dates. A total of $53.6 million
of goodwill was recorded on a preliminary basis with respect to the five
acquisitions. Two of the acquisitions were in the Electrical Products segment,
two were in the Tools & Hardware segment and one was in the Automotive Products
segment.

         During 1993, the Company completed the previously announced
divestiture of its Gardner-Denver Mining and Construction operations (formerly
included in the Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment). The Company also
sold two businesses that were being carried as businesses held for sale and a
small business that was previously included in the Petroleum & Industrial
Equipment segment. Including $30 million of notes and other amounts receivable
in the future, proceeds from these four divestitures totaled $53.5 million and
resulted in the recognition of a $5.6 million after-tax gain.

         During 1992, the Company completed one large acquisition, four small
product-line acquisitions and two divestitures.  Effective October 1, 1992, the
Company acquired Moog Automotive Group, Inc. from IFINT S.A. The total cost of
the acquisition, including $233.8 million of indebtedness that was largely
repaid at the acquisition date, was $612.4 million. Moog Automotive is a
leading manufacturer of steering, suspension, driveline and temperature control
parts for the automotive and light truck aftermarket. The Moog acquisition,
along with the four smaller acquisitions, which had an aggregate cost of $42.0
million, have been accounted for as purchases and the results of the
acquisitions are included in the Company's Consolidated Results of Operations
since the respective acquisition dates. The four smaller acquisitions were all
in the Tools & Hardware segment. A total of $414.8 million of goodwill,
including 1993 revisions, has been recorded with respect to the five
acquisitions.

         During 1992, the Company sold its Distribution Equipment Division and
one other small operation, the results of which were previously reported in the
Electrical Products segment. Proceeds from these divestitures totaled $38.9
million and resulted in the recognition of a $5.8 million after-tax gain.

         The Company completed three relatively small acquisitions and four
divestitures in 1991. Neither the acquisitions nor the divestitures were
material to the Company's Consolidated Financial Position or Results of
Operations. The acquisitions, which had an aggregate cost of $17.8 million,
were accounted for as purchases, with the resulting revenues and earnings
included in the Company's Consolidated Results of Operations since the
respective acquisition dates. The cost of the acquisitions, as finally
determined, exceeded the fair market value of the assets acquired and
liabilities assumed by $5.1 million.





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NOTE 5: COMMON AND PREFERRED STOCK

COMMON STOCK  At December 31, 1993, 250,000,000 shares of Common stock were
authorized. Of this total, 114,254,133 shares were issued and 114,179,700 were
outstanding at December 31, 1993 (113,400,841 and 112,201,774 were issued and
outstanding at December 31, 1992 and 1991, respectively). During the year ended
December 31, 1993, a total of 86,500 shares were purchased as treasury stock at
an average price of $52.82 per share. In addition, 35,363,582 shares were
reserved for the Dividend Reinvestment Plan, conversions of Preferred stock,
grants and exercises of stock options, subscriptions under the Employee Stock
Purchase Plan and other plans, and shares to be issued in connection with
future acquisitions.

         Under a Shareholder Rights Plan adopted by the Board of Directors in
1987, share purchase Rights were declared as a dividend at the rate of one
Right for each share of Common stock. Each Right has an exercise price of
$87.50, entitles the holder to buy securities, including in certain
circumstances Common stock, having a value of twice the exercise price, and
becomes exercisable only in certain circumstances constituting a potential
change of control on a basis considered inadequate by the Board of Directors.
The Rights expire February 27, 1997, and, at the Company's option, may be
redeemed prior to expiration for $.005 per Right.

         Under the terms of a Dividend Reinvestment Plan that became effective
in 1991, any holder of Common stock or $1.60 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred
stock may elect to have cash dividends and/or up to $24,000 per year in cash
payments invested in Common stock without incurring any brokerage commissions
or service charges.

PREFERRED STOCK The Company is authorized to issue 1,340,750 shares of
Preferred stock with no par value (No Par Preferred), 10,000,000 shares of
$2.00 par value Preferred stock and 36,197,499 shares of $1.00 par value
Preferred stock. At December 31, 1993, no shares of the No Par Preferred or
$2.00 par value Preferred stock were issued or outstanding.

         At December 31, 1993, 33,376,420 shares of $1.00 par value Preferred
stock have been designated as Convertible Exchangeable Preferred having a $1.60
dividend rate. Of this total, 33,182,654 shares were outstanding at December
31, 1993 (33,054,184 and 32,888,343 at December 31,1992 and 1991,
respectively). Each share of Convertible Exchangeable Preferred is convertible
into .55 share of Common stock and has a liquidating preference of $22.70. Each
Convertible Exchangeable Preferred share may be redeemed at the option of the
Company at any time after January 1, 1995, at prices declining from $23.50 in
1995 to $22.70 in 2000 and thereafter. The Preferred stock may be exchanged, at
the option of the Company, on any quarterly dividend payment date after January
1, 1995, for $22.70 principal amount of 7.05% convertible debentures maturing
on January 1, 2015.

         The holders of the $1.60 Preferred stock are entitled to a one-tenth
vote per share upon all matters presented to the shareholders and generally
vote as a single class along with the Common shareholders, except in matters
affecting control of the Company or the rights of the Convertible Exchangeable
Preferred shareholders, where they vote as a separate class.

         Under a Shareholder Rights Plan adopted by the Board of Directors in
1989, the same share purchase Rights referred to above were declared as a
dividend at the rate of .55 Rights for each share of $1.60 Preferred stock.

         At December 31, 1993, 189,360 shares of $1.60 Convertible Exchangeable
Preferred were reserved for the conversions of the 7% convertible subordinated
debentures and for issuance of fractional shares from exchange of Cameron Iron
Works common stock.





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NOTE 6: INVENTORIES

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                             December 31,
                                                             ------------
(millions)                                              1993             1992
                                                        ----             ----
<S>                                                  <C>              <C>
Raw materials                                           $323.7         $ 364.5
Work-in-process                                          353.0           431.6
Finished goods                                           725.4           889.9
Perishable tooling and supplies                           57.0            66.9
                                                      --------         -------
                                                       1,459.1         1,752.9


Excess of current standard costs over LIFO costs        (185.9)         (235.5)
Progress payments                                        (12.0)          (23.7)
Allowance for obsolete and slow-moving inventory         (11.6)          (11.9)
Other                                                     (2.4)              -
                                                      --------        --------
   Net inventories                                    $1,247.2        $1,481.8
                                                      ========        ========
</TABLE>

During each year, reductions in inventory quantities resulted in liquidations
of LIFO inventory layers carried at lower costs prevailing in prior years as
compared with the cost of that year's purchases. The effect was to increase
income before the cumulative effect of changes in accounting principles by
$12.3 million ($.11 per fully diluted share) in 1993, $10.8 million ($.09 per
fully diluted share) in 1992 and $6.8 million ($.05 per fully diluted share) in
1991.

NOTE 7: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED LIABILITIES

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                              December 31,
                                                                              ------------
(millions)                                                              1993            1992(1)
                                                                        ----            -------
<S>                                                                    <C>             <C>
Trade accounts and accruals                                            $  673.1        $  718.0
Salaries, wages and related fringe benefits                               154.8           178.0
Product and environmental liability accruals                              121.2           111.8
Contributions payable under employee benefit plans                         66.7            63.7
Estimated costs of facility relocation, restructuring and
  other nonrecurring items                                                176.9           138.6
Other (individual items less than 5% of total current liabilities)        130.9           137.3
                                                                       --------        --------
                                                                       $1,323.6        $1,347.4
                                                                       ========        ========
</TABLE>

(1)   Certain amounts have been reclassified to provide a consistent
      presentation.

At December 31, 1993, Cooper had accruals of $36.5 million ($39.4  million at
December 31, 1992) with respect to potential product liability claims and $84.7
million ($72.4 million at December 31, 1992) with respect to potential
environmental liabilities based on the Company's current estimate of the most
likely amount of losses that it believes will be incurred.

         Of the $36.5 million of product liability accruals, $20.1 million
relate to known claims with respect to continuing operations, $9.1 million
relate to known claims for operations that are no longer a part of Cooper and
$7.3 million relate to a minimum estimate of claims that have been incurred but
not yet reported. While Cooper is generally self-insured with respect to
product liability claims, the Company had insurance coverage for individual
1993 claims beyond $1 million for oilfield equipment and $3 million for other
products. Insurance levels have varied from year to year as the Company has
grown. The recorded product liability accruals are net of amounts covered under
insurance policies.

         Of the $84.7 million of environmental liability accruals, $33.6
million relate to sites owned by Cooper and $51.1 million relate to sites
either previously owned by Cooper but where Cooper has retained the
environmental liability, or third-party sites where Cooper was a contributor.
Third-party sites usually involve multiple contributors where Cooper's
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responsibility for the total cleanup. The amount actually accrued for such
sites is based on these estimates as well as an assessment of the financial
capacity of the other potentially responsible parties. Environmental
liabilities are not generally subject to insurance recovery and, therefore, the
amount by which the accrual has been reduced for insurance coverage is small.
In addition, the Company has capitalized a total of $23.3 million with respect
to environmental matters with an undepreciated net book value of $20.6 million
at December 31, 1993 ($18.0 million at December 31, 1992).

         It has been the Company's consistent practice to include the entire
accrual for these liabilities as a current liability although only
approximately 10-20% of the balance will be spent on an annual basis. The
annual effect on earnings for product liability is essentially equal to the
amounts disbursed. In the case of environmental liability, the annual expense
is considerably smaller than the disbursements, since the vast majority of the
Company's environmental liability has been recorded in connection with acquired
companies. The change in the accrual balance from year to year reflects not
only this normal expensing and funding but also the effect of acquisitions and
divestitures.

         In establishing its accruals for both product liability and
environmental liability, the Company has not utilized any form of discounting.
While both product liability and environmental liability accruals involve
estimates that can have wide ranges of potential liability, Cooper has taken a
proactive approach and has managed the costs in both of these areas over the
years such that the actual liabilities, absent law changes, have generally been
lower than the estimates. Cooper does not believe that the nature of its
products, its production processes, or the materials or other factors involved
in the manufacturing process, subject the Company to unusual risks or exposures
for product or environmental liability. Cooper's greatest exposure to
inaccuracy in its estimates is with respect to the constantly changing
definitions of what constitutes an environmental liability or an acceptable
level of cleanup.

         See "Environmental Remediation and Compliance" under Note 1 for
additional information.

NOTE 8: PLANT AND EQUIPMENT AND INTANGIBLES

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                           December 31,
                                           ------------
(millions)                             1993             1992
                                       ----             ----
<S>                                 <C>             <C>
Plant and equipment:
  Land and land improvements          $123.2          $127.3
  Buildings                            676.6           737.4
  Machinery and equipment            1,338.0         1,518.8
  Tooling, dies, patterns, etc.        119.1           135.2
  All other                            265.7           285.7
  Construction in progress              94.8            97.3
                                    --------        --------
                                     2,617.4         2,901.7
  Accumulated depreciation          (1,134.0)       (1,216.1)
                                    --------        -------- 
                                    $1,483.4        $1,685.6
                                    ========        ========

Intangibles:
  Goodwill                          $2,945.3        $3,102.2
  Assets related to pension plans        8.8             6.9
  Other                                 98.1           140.9
                                    --------        --------
                                     3,052.2         3,250.0
  Accumulated amortization            (462.7)         (439.6)
                                    --------        --------
                                    $2,589.5        $2,810.4
                                    ========        ========
</TABLE>





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NOTE 9: INCOME TAXES

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                         Year Ended December 31, 
                                                                                         ----------------------- 
(millions except percentages)                                                1993            1992                   1991
                                                                            -----            ----                   ----
<S>                                                                         <C>             <C>                   <C>
Income before income taxes and cumulative effect of changes in                        
   accounting principles:                                                             
   U.S. operations                                                          $544.7          $431.0                $496.5
   Foreign operations                                                         80.7           149.1                 172.1
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
       Income before income taxes and cumulative effect of                            
         changes in accounting principles                                   $625.4          $580.1                $668.6
                                                                            ======          ======                ======
                                                                                      
                                                                                                                DEFERRED
                                                                               LIABILITY METHOD                  METHOD
                                                                               ----------------                  -------
Income taxes:                                                                 1993           1992                   1991
   Currently payable:                                                         ----           ----                   ----
       U.S. Federal                                                         $191.6           $60.9                $118.5
       U.S. state and local                                                   45.1            19.9                  32.8
       Foreign                                                                23.2            36.6                  74.6
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
                                                                             259.9(1)        117.4                 225.9
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
                                                                                      
   Deferred:                                                                          
       U.S. Federal                                                          (11.3)           76.5                  52.0
       U.S. state and local                                                   (5.6)           14.5                     -
       Foreign                                                                 9.2            18.4                  (2.5)
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
                                                                              (7.7)          109.4                  49.5
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
                                                                                      
   Other:                                                                             
       Tax benefit of foreign exchange transaction losses credited                    
         to translation component of equity                                    6.2               -                     -
       Effect of change in U.S. Federal tax rate on recorded deferred                 
         tax balances                                                         (4.7)              -                     -
       U.S. Federal adjustment of foreign unremitted earnings accrual            -           (15.0)                    -
       ESOP dividends and disqualifying stock dispositions:                           
         U.S. Federal                                                          3.6             6.3                     -
         U.S. state and local                                                  1.0              .7                     -
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
                                                                               6.1            (8.0)                    -
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
         Income tax expense                                                 $258.3          $218.8                $275.4
                                                                            ======          ======                ======
                                                                                      
                                                                                      
Items giving rise to deferred income taxes:                                           
   Employee medical program funding                                          $(2.8)          $13.5                $ 11.4
   Employee stock ownership plan                                               1.0             3.5                  18.0
   Excess of tax over book depreciation                                        9.9             5.0                  11.4
   Postretirement benefits other than pensions                                 4.0            (7.7)                    -
   Reserves and accruals                                                     (35.5)           74.3                     -
   Utilization of net operating loss carryforwards                             7.4            10.4                     -
   Other                                                                       8.3            10.4                   8.7
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
         Deferred income taxes                                               $(7.7)         $109.4                 $49.5
                                                                            ======          ======                ======
                                                                                      
Effective tax rate reconciliation:                                                    
   U.S. Federal statutory rate                                                35.0%           34.0%                 34.0%
   State and local income taxes                                                3.7             3.6                   3.0
   Foreign statutory rate differential                                         (.6)            (.3)                   .6
   Nondeductible goodwill                                                      5.0             4.8                   3.8
   Effect of change in U.S. tax rate on recorded deferred tax balances         (.8)              -                     -
   Nontaxable investment income                                                  -            (1.2)                    -
   Unremitted earnings accrual adjustment                                        -            (2.6)                    -
   All other (individually less than 5% of the expected tax provision)        (1.0)            (.6)                  (.2)
                                                                            ------          ------                ------
         Indicated effective tax rate                                         41.3%           37.7%                 41.2%
                                                                            ======          ======                ======
Total income taxes paid                                                     $157.3          $112.4                $121.0
                                                                            ======          ======                ======
</TABLE>                                                     

(1)    Includes $122 million with respect to the sale of Belden. See Note 2 for
       further information.




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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                       December 31,
                                                                       ------------
(millions)                                                       1993                  1992
                                                                 ----                  ----
<S>                                                              <C>                  <C>
Components of deferred tax balances:                   
   Deferred tax liabilities:                           
       Plant and equipment and intangibles                       $(201.3)             $(239.7)
       LIFO inventory                                             (108.2)              (134.7) 
       Employee medical program funding                            (22.3)               (23.4) 
       Employee stock ownership plan                               (24.6)               (23.0) 
       Other                                                       (79.4)                (93.6) 
                                                                 -------               ------                            
         Total deferred tax liabilities                           (435.8)              (514.4) 
                                                                 -------               ------                            
                                                                                                            
                                                       
   Deferred tax assets:                                
       Postretirement benefits other than pensions                 297.2                341.4 
       Reserves and accruals                                       263.8                250.4 
       Net operating loss carryforwards                             16.1                 25.0 
       Other                                                       (88.4)                67.9
                                                                 -------               ------                            
                                                       
         Total deferred tax assets                                 665.5                684.7 
                                                                 -------               ------                            
                                                       
   Valuation allowances                                            (16.3)               (17.3) 
                                                                 -------               ------                            
                                                       
         Net deferred tax assets                                  $213.4               $153.0
                                                                 =======               ======
</TABLE>                                               



Income tax expense and the information shown above for 1993 and 1992 have been
determined in accordance with the provisions of SFAS No. 109 (Accounting for
Income Taxes) which basically provides for a "liability" approach to taxes.
Income taxes for 1991 have not been restated and are accordingly reflected
above based on a "deferred" approach to taxes. The major difference between the
two approaches as reflected in the information above is that items that were
previously accounted for on a "net-of-tax" basis (primarily acquisition-date
reserves and accruals of acquired businesses and fair market value adjustments
of inventories and fixed assets) are now considered to be "temporary
differences" that give rise to larger deferred tax amounts in the provision
disclosure.

         The adoption of SFAS No. 109 has not changed the actual amount of
income tax that the Company pays nor, except for the $1.2 million for the year
1992 described in Note 3, has it changed the Company's income tax expense.

         Net of valuation allowances, the Company has recorded $3.3 million of
domestic net operating loss carryforwards at December 31, 1993, with the
earliest expiration date being 2000. The Company reduced U.S. Federal taxes
actually payable and goodwill by $16 million in 1991 for utilization of tax
loss carryforwards related to the Cameron acquisition. At the end of 1992, the
Cameron tax loss carryforwards were fully utilized.

         The U.S. Federal portion of the above provision includes U.S. tax
expected to be payable on the foreign portion of the Company's income before
income taxes when such earnings are remitted. During the third quarter of 1992,
the Company completed its assessment of the effects of various legal entity
restructurings, capital investment alterations and other actions that have been
taken over the last three to five years as part of efforts to optimize the
Company's foreign tax structure. The effect of the Company's assessment was a
$15-million reduction in the Company's income tax accrual with respect to the
unremitted earnings of its foreign subsidiaries. The Company's remaining
accrual is sufficient to cover the additional U.S. tax estimated to be payable
on the earnings that the Company anticipates will be remitted. Through December
31, 1993, this amounted to essentially all unremitted earnings of the Company's
foreign subsidiaries.





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NOTE 10: LONG-TERM DEBT AND OTHER BORROWING ARRANGEMENTS

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                 December 31,
                                                                                                 ------------
(millions)                                                                                 1993                  1992
                                                                                         -------               --------
<S>                                                                                       <C>                  <C>
3.43%* commercial paper and bank loans maturing at various dates through
         February 9, 1994                                                                 $750.0               $1,200.0
5.99% Pounds Sterling bank loans maturing at various dates through February 18, 1994        70.7                      -
7.84%-7.98% first series medium-term notes, due through 1995                                41.9                   65.9
7.70%-7.99% second series medium-term notes, due through 1998                              197.9                  197.9
3.44% floating-rate loan, due 1996                                                          50.0                   50.0
7.875% notes, due 1997**                                                                   100.0                  100.0
10.7% notes payable, due through 1998                                                       16.9                   20.8
3.14%* floating-rate ESOP notes, due through 1999                                           90.7                  117.6
7% convertible subordinated debentures, due 2012                                             4.2                    7.2
Capitalized lease obligations                                                               31.3                   41.3
Other                                                                                       62.6                   71.9
                                                                                        --------               --------
                                                                                         1,416.2                1,872.6
Current maturities**                                                                      (161.9)                 (56.9)
                                                                                        --------               --------
Long-term portion                                                                       $1,254.3               $1,815.7
                                                                                        ========               ========
</TABLE>

*Weighted average interest rates at December 31, 1993. (In 1992, 3.73% for
commercial paper and bank loans and 3.49% for the ESOP notes.)
**The Company issued a call notice for this borrowing and subsequently
refinanced it with commercial paper in January 1994.  Accordingly, the
principal balance of $100 million is included in current maturities at December
31, 1993.


The Company has U.S. committed credit facilities totaling $1.25 billion that
expire in 1997, U.S. committed credit facilities totaling $510 million that
expire in 1994, Pounds Sterling credit facilities totaling 25 million Pounds
Sterling that expire in 1996 and 30-million Pounds Sterling credit facilities
expiring in 1994. At December 31, 1993, the Company had an effective "shelf"
registration statement, which may be used to issue up to $302 million of
indebtedness from time to time.

         At December 31, 1993, $1.04 billion of the total $1.76-billion U.S.
committed credit facilities was available after considering commercial paper
backup, and 7.2 million Pounds Sterling of the 55-million Pounds Sterling
credit facilities was available. At December 31, 1992, Cooper had $648 million
of its $1.91-billion credit facilities available, after considering commercial
paper backup, and 1.0 million of its 40-million Pounds Sterling credit
facilities was available. The agreements for the credit facilities require that
Cooper maintain certain financial ratios, including a prescribed limit on debt
as a percentage of total capitalization.

         Interest rates on the Company's commercial paper and bank loans were
generally at 2.7% below the U.S. prime rate during 1993 (2.6% during 1992).
Total interest paid during 1993, 1992 and 1991 was $104 million, $128 million
and $157 million, respectively.

         At December 31, 1993, $821 million of commercial paper and bank loans
($1.2 billion in 1992) was reclassified to long-term debt, reflecting the
Company's intention to refinance this amount during the twelve-month period
following the balance sheet date through either continued short-term borrowing
or utilization of available credit facilities.





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         The 7% convertible subordinated debentures were assumed by Cooper in
1989 in connection with the Cameron acquisition. The debentures are convertible
into Cooper $1.60 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred stock at the rate of one
share of Preferred stock for every $23.00 face amount of debentures. The
floating-rate ESOP notes are indebtedness of Cooper's ESOP. Because payment of
the ESOP notes is guaranteed by Cooper, the ESOP notes are reported with
Cooper's indebtedness. (See Note 11 for further information regarding the
ESOP.)

         The Company entered into interest rate swaps, which became effective
in early 1993 and mature at various dates through February 22, 1994, that
converted $500 million of its floating-rate borrowings into fixed-rate
borrowings for a one-year period.  Under the terms of these swaps, the
Company's effective borrowing rate for this $500 million during the one-year
period will be approximately 3.73%.

         Based on the most restrictive provision contained in the Company's
loan agreements, retained earnings of approximately $791 million were
unrestricted as to the payment of dividends at December 31, 1993.

         Maturities of long-term debt (exclusive of commercial paper and bank
loans) for the five years subsequent to December 31, 1993, are $161.9 million,
$21.6 million, $153.3 million, $101.0 million and $78.4 million, respectively.

         The future net minimum lease payments under capital leases and
obligations under operating leases are not significant.

NOTE 11: COOPER SAVINGS AND EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLANS

         All full-time domestic employees, except for certain bargaining unit
employees, are eligible to participate in the Cooper Savings Plan. Under the
terms of the Plan, employee savings deferrals are partially matched with
Company contributions of Common stock consisting of either an allocation of
shares in the Company's employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) or new shares
issued to the ESOP.

         At December 31, 1993, the ESOP had 2.9 million shares available for
future matching contributions, including 460,000 shares sold to the ESOP in
1992 for $26.2 million in cash. The 1992 sales were funded by loans between the
ESOP and Cooper, which for accounting purposes are treated as eliminated
intercompany loans.

         At December 31, 1993, the Company had $90.7 million ($117.6 million at
December 31, 1992) of ESOP third-party indebtedness and $36.2 million ($36.5
million at December 31, 1992) of ESOP intercompany indebtedness. An offsetting
debit of $125.2 million ($149.7 million at December 31, 1992), considering a
cumulative $1.7-million ($4.4-million at December 31, 1992) difference between
the expense recognized and the cash contributed to the ESOP, is recorded in
shareholders' equity under the caption "Unearned Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Compensation."

         During 1993, expense under the Cooper Savings Plan amounted to $21.5
million ($22.0 million and $25.9 million in 1992 and 1991, respectively), which
was funded through the ESOP.

         Expense with respect to the ESOP includes the recognition of interest
expense based on the interest payable by the ESOP.  Aggregate matching expense
of the ESOP for 1993 amounted to $18.5 million ($18.4 million and $17.2 million
in 1992 and 1991, respectively), interest expense amounted to $3.0 million
($3.6 million and $8.7 million in 1992 and 1991, respectively), and dividends
paid and accrued with respect to the ESOP shares amounted to $9.4 million ($9.1
million and $8.3 million in 1992 and 1991, respectively).





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NOTE 12: PENSION PLANS

         The Company and its subsidiaries have numerous pension plans covering
substantially all domestic employees and pension and similar arrangements in
accordance with local custom covering employees at foreign locations. Aggregate
pension expense amounted to $58.8 million in 1993, $51.1 million in 1992 and
$47.7 million in 1991. The amount of expense with respect to the Company's
various defined benefit pension plans is set forth in the table below. For the
three years ended December 31, 1993, expense with respect to domestic and
foreign defined contribution plans (primarily related to various groups of
hourly employees) amounted to $31.5 million, $27.0 million and $25.1 million,
respectively. Also included in pension expense are gains and losses on
curtailments and settlements and other matters. The year-to-year increases in
pension expense result from incremental expense related to acquired companies,
lower amounts of pension income with respect to overfunded plans and changes in
plan assumptions.

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                      Components of Defined Benefit Plan Pension Expense
                                                     -----------------------------------------------------
                                                                     Years Ended December 31,
(millions)                                            1993                      1992                 1991
                                                     ------                    ------               ------
<S>                                                  <C>                       <C>                  <C>
Service cost-benefits earned during the year         $ 35.9                    $ 37.7               $ 38.9
Interest cost on projected benefit obligation          85.4                      90.6                 90.8
Actual return on assets                               (81.9)                    (71.5)              (141.3)
Net amortization and deferral                         (12.6)                    (35.2)                35.7
                                                     ------                    ------               ------
         Net pension cost                            $ 26.8                    $ 21.6               $ 24.1
                                                     ======                    ======               ======
</TABLE>

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                      Funded Status of Defined Benefit Plans
                                           ------------------------------------------------------------
                                              Plans With Assets in              Plans With Accumulated
                                                    Excess of                    Benefits in Excess of
                                               Accumulated Benefits                     Assets
                                           -----------------------         ----------------------------
                                                  December 31,                        December 31,
(millions)                                   1993           1992             1993                1992
                                           -------        --------         ---------          ---------
<S>                                        <C>            <C>              <C>                <C>
Actuarial present value of:
         Vested benefit obligation         $(677.3)       $ (694.0)        $  (415.9)         $  (293.4)
                                           =======        ========         =========          =========
         Accumulated benefit obligation    $(705.4)       $ (724.8)        $  (451.8)         $  (327.8)
                                           =======        ========         =========          =========
         Projected benefit obligation      $(738.2)       $ (781.3)        $  (464.1)         $  (340.0)
Plan assets at fair value                    782.8           882.9             333.2              272.0
                                           -------        --------         ---------          ---------
Projected benefit obligation 
        (in excess of) less
         than plan assets                     44.6           101.6            (130.9)             (68.0)
Unrecognized net (gain) loss                  25.5           (11.1)             76.5                9.9
Unrecognized net (asset) obligation
         from adoption date                  (20.8)          (20.5)              9.3                9.0
Unrecognized prior service cost                 .5            (7.8)              1.9                1.7
Adjustment required to recognize 
         minimum liability                       -               -             (82.4)            (14.6)
                                           -------        --------         ---------          ---------
Pension asset (liability) at end of year   $  49.8         $  62.2          $ (125.6)          $ (62.0)
                                           =======        ========         =========          =========
</TABLE>





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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                      Computational Assumptions
                                                      ----------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                  Projected
                                                             Net Pension Cost                 Benefit Obligation
                                                      -----------------------------           ------------------
                                                      1993         1992         1991           1993         1992
                                                      ----         ----         ----           ----         ----
<S>                                                <C>           <C>            <C>            <C>          <C>
Discount rate:
         Domestic                                     8 1/2%            9%             9%            7%     8 1/2-9%
                                         
         International                              7 1/2-9       7 1/2-9       8-10 3/5       6-7 3/4      7 1/2-9
Rate of increase in compensation levels:
         Domestic                                     5 1/2             6              6             5        5 1/2
         International                                  4-6           4-6        4 1/2-7       4-5 1/2          4-6
Expected long-term rate of return on assets:
         Domestic                                         9         9 1/2          9 1/2             -            -
                                  
         International                             7 1/2-10      7 1/2-10           8-11             -            -
Benefit basis:
         Salaried plans-earnings during career.
         Hourly plans-dollar units, multiplied
                 by years of service.
Funding policy: 5 to 30 years.
</TABLE>



         The $82.4-million ($14.6-million for 1992) minimum liability for
pension plans with accumulated benefits in excess of assets has been recorded
in the Company's Consolidated Financial Position as a long-term liability with
an $8.8-million offsetting intangible asset ($6.9-million in 1992) and a
$73.6-million reduction in shareholders' equity ($7.7-million in 1992). The
assets of the various domestic and foreign plans are maintained in various
trusts and consist primarily of equity and fixed-income securities.

         The Company partially or completely settled or curtailed four defined
benefit plans for hourly employees during 1993 (three during 1992 and eight
during 1991). The settlements and curtailments resulted in a net loss of $.5
million (a net loss of $2.5 million in 1992 and a net gain of $.8 million in
1991) and reversion to the Company of surplus assets totaling $.9 million
during 1992 and $1.4 million during 1991. In 1992, six Canadian defined benefit
plans were converted to defined contribution plans and the surplus assets
relating to the plans are being used to reduce required future Company
contributions.





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NOTE 13: POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS OTHER THAN PENSIONS

         As described in Note 3, the Company adopted the provisions of SFAS No.
106 (Employers' Accounting for Postretirement Benefits Other Than Pensions)
beginning in 1992. The benefits provided under the Company's various plans, all
of which are unfunded, include retiree medical care, dental care, prescriptions
and life insurance with medical care accounting for over 90% of the total.
While the Company has numerous plans, primarily resulting from the Company's
extensive acquisition activity, the vast majority of the annual expense is
related to employees who are already retired. In fact, as a result of actions
taken by the Company starting in 1989, virtually no active salaried employees
continue to earn retiree medical benefits and the number of active hourly
employees earning such benefits has been greatly diminished. Additionally, the
Company continues to amend its various plans to provide for appropriate levels
of cost sharing and other cost-control measures.

         The table below reflects expense determined in accordance with the new
standard, as well as certain other required disclosure data.

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                   Items Not Yet Recorded
                                                   in Financial Statements     Amounts Per Financial Statements
                                                 ---------------------------   --------------------------------
                                 Accumulated                                      Liability for                                
                                Postretirement                                   Postretirement         Net
                             Benefit Obligation  Prior Service    Actuarial    Benefits Other Than     Annual
(millions except percentages)     (APBO)             Cost         Net Gain         Pensions            Expense
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S>                              <C>               <C>            <C>             <C>               <C>
BALANCE-DECEMBER 31, 1991        $ (141.7)         $   -          $      -        $ (141.7)         $      -
Adoption of SFAS No. 106           (669.l)                                          (669.1)
Acquisition of Moog
         Automotive                 (44.7)                                          (44.7)
Plan activity:
         Service cost                (4.4)                                                               4.4
         Interest cost              (56.0)                                                              56.0
         Benefit payments            39.0                                            39.0
         Plan amendments               .6            (.6)
Amortization of prior
         service cost                                 .1                                                 (.1)
Curtailment gain (one plan)           1.5                                                               (1.5)
                                                                                                       ------
Net annual expense                                                                  (58.8)             $58.8
                                  -------        -------             -------        ------              =====

BALANCE-DECEMBER 31, 1992          (874.8)           (.5)                -          (875.3)
Plan activity:
         Service cost                (2.2)                                                             $ 2.2
         Interest cost              (49.7)                                                              49.7
         Benefit payments            39.2                                             39.2
         Plan amendments             39.7          (39.7)
         Actuarial net gain          46.3                             (46.3)
Amortization of prior
         service cost                                4.0                                                (4.0) 
                                                                                                       
Curtailment gains (six plans)        16.7                                                              (16.7) 
                                                                                                                                
Business dispositions                32.1            8.1              (11.0)          29.2
Moog curtailments
         affecting goodwill          17.8                                             17.8
                                                                                                      -------
Net annual expense                                                                   (31.2)           $ 31.2
                                  -------        -------             -------         -----            =======

BALANCE-DECEMBER 31, 1993          (734.9)         (28.1)             (57.3)        (820.3)
Reclassifications to "Net assets
         of businesses held for
         disposition"                57.7           4.9                14.6           77.2
                                  -------        ------              ------        -------
ADJUSTED BALANCES                 $(677.2)       $(23.2)             $(42.7)       $(743.1)
                                  =======        ======              ======        =======
</TABLE>





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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                        December 31,
                                                         ------------------------------------------
                                                                1993                     1992
                                                         ------------------      ------------------
<S>                                                      <C>                     <C>
Amount of APBO related to:
         Retired employees                                         $ (676.2)               $ (711.2)
         Employees eligible to retire                                 (27.2)                  (66.7)
         Other employees                                              (31.5)                  (96.9)
Actuarial assumptions:
         Discount rate                                                 7.58%                   7.64%
         Ensuing year to 2002--health-care
           cost trend rate                               17% ratable to 5.5%     20% ratable to 5.5%
Effect of 1% change in health-care cost trend rate:
         Increase year-end APBO                                           9%                      9%
         Increase expense                                                10%                     10%
                                                         ===================     ===================
</TABLE>


NOTE 14: STOCK OPTIONS AND EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                  Common Stock
                                                                       ---------------------------------------
                                                                                                  Range of
                                                                        Shares                  Option Prices
                                                                       ---------                --------------
<S>                                                                    <C>                      <C>
Stock options outstanding at January 1, 1993                           2,207,998                $ 13.625-56.50
                                                                                     
Options granted to employees                                           1,624,200                   50.13-52.81
                                                                    
Options granted to nonemployee directors in lieu of retainer               4,000                         24.00

Options exercised                                                       (446,097)                 26.815-46.31
                                                   
Options cancelled                                                       (226,867)                 26.815-56.50
                                                                       ---------                --------------
Stock options outstanding at December 31, 1993                         3,163,234                 $13.625-56.50
                                                                       =========                ==============
</TABLE>



         Options to purchase Common stock are granted to employees under the
Cooper stock option plans at not less than 100% of the market value of the
Company's stock at the date of grant. The options expire five years from the
date of grant and generally become exercisable ratably over a three-year period
commencing one year from the date of grant. At December 31, 1993, options under
the various plans for 1,020,994 Common shares were exercisable at $13.625 to
$56.50 and 1,103,855 (2,506,889 at December 31, 1992) Common shares were
reserved for future grants. Options for 583,807 Common shares at $13.625 to
$46.31 per share and 891,768 Common shares at $23.72 to $37.75 per share were
exercised during the years ended December 31, 1992 and 1991, respectively.

         Under a director stock option plan, each year a nonemployee director
may elect to receive, in lieu of the annual retainer fee, a nonqualified stock
option covering 2,000 shares of Common stock. The exercise price is determined
by a formula based on the fair market value of the stock and the director's
annual retainer. All relevant share amounts with respect to this plan are
included in the table and other information set forth above.

EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN   Participants in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
receive an option to purchase Common stock at a price that is the lesser of 90%
of the market value on the offering date or 100% of the market value on the
purchase date. On September 9, 1991, 1,232,317 shares were sold to 13,190
employees at $28.24 per share. On September 9, 1993, 475,256 shares were sold
to 8,028 employees at $49.56 per share. At December 31, 1993, subscriptions for
1,030,830 shares of Common stock were outstanding at $45.56 per share or, if
lower, the average market price on September 9, 1995, which is the purchase
date. At December 31, 1993, an aggregate of 2,841,209 shares of Common stock
were reserved for future offerings.





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NOTE 15: INDUSTRY SEGMENTS, DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Revenues                   Operating Earnings              Identifiable Assets
                              Year Ended December 31,          Year Ended December 31,               December 31,
                          ------------------------------   ------------------------------   -------------------------------
(millions)                  1993       1992 (1)   1991       1993       1992(1)    1991       1993       1992       1991
                          --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   ---------
<S>                       <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>
Electrical Products       $1,565.9   $1,572.1   $1,526.2   $  316.0   $  295.0   $  273.4   $1,178.9   $1,267.0   $ 1,265.8
Electrical Power
    Equipment                611.6      618.2      598.7       43.0       58.2       57.0      560.4      653.0       661.5
Tools & Hardware             807.9      812.0      842.6       91.6       83.4       98.2      757.4      708.8       683.7
Automotive Products        1,670.0    1,285.4    1,148.3      188.9      139.0      145.2    2,208.8    2,245.5     1,648.9
Petroleum & Industrial                                                                       
    Equipment              1,597.2    1,831.0    2,039.5      130.4      208.8      310.6    1,687.5    2,167.8     2,423.5
                          --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   --------   ---------
                           6,252.6    6,118.7    6,155.3      769.9      784.4      884.4    6,393.0    7,042.1     6,683.4
Businesses held for
    divestiture                                                                                256.0      102.6       117.1
Other                         21.2       15.2        7.3       21.2       15.2        7.3
                          --------   --------   --------
    Consolidated
        revenues          $6,273.8   $6,133.9   $6,162.6
                          ========   ========   ========
Nonrecurring income(2)                                        273.8       24.6          _
Nonrecurring expense(2)                                      (273.8)     (57.0)         _
Interest expense                                              (99.1)    (115.6)    (161.2)
General corporate                                             (66.6)     (71.5)     (61.9)     468.9      416.9       336.9 
                                                           --------   --------   --------
    Consolidated income
        before income taxes(3)                             $  625.4   $  580.1   $  668.6
                                                           ========   ========   ========
Investment in
    unconsolidated
    subsidiaries                                                                                29.9       14.0        11.2
                                                                                            --------   --------   ---------
    Consolidated assets                                                                     $7,147.8   $7,575.6   $ 7,148.6
                                                                                            ========   ========   =========
</TABLE>

(1)   Certain amounts have been reclassified to provide a consistent 
      presentation of nonrecurring items.  
(2)   See the separate table for segment detail of nonrecurring items.  
(3)   Before the cumulative effect of changes in accounting principles in 1992.

INDUSTRY SEGMENTS  The Company's operations are organized into five segments.

         The Electrical Products segment manufactures and markets electrical
and electronic distribution and circuit protection products for use in
residential, commercial and industrial construction, maintenance and repair.
This segment also manufactured and marketed wire and cable for electronic
signal transmission through September 30, 1993.

         The Electrical Power Equipment segment produces and markets products
for use by utilities and industries for primary power distribution and control.

         The Tools & Hardware segment produces and markets tools and hardware
items for use in residential, commercial and industrial construction,
maintenance and repair, and for general industrial and consumer use.

         The Automotive Products segment primarily manufactures and distributes
spark plugs, wiper blades, lamps and other products for use by the automotive
aftermarket and in automobile assemblies. In addition, this segment
manufactures and distributes suspension, steering, temperature control,
driveline and brake system components for the automotive aftermarket.

         The Petroleum & Industrial Equipment segment primarily manufactures,
markets and services machinery and equipment used in oil and natural gas
exploration, drilling, production, transmission, storage and





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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Revenues                      Operating Earnings                Identifiable Assets
                         ------------------------------------    -----------------------------     ------------------------------
                                 Year Ended December 31,            Year Ended December 31,                 December 31,
                         ------------------------------------    -----------------------------     ------------------------------
(millions)                 1993         1992(1)        1991       1993      1992(1)     1991         1993       1992       1991
                         --------      --------      --------    -------    -------    -------     --------   --------   --------
<S>                      <C>           <C>           <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>         <C>        <C>
Domestic                 $5,121.4      $4,831.1      $4,840.5    $ 667.9    $ 591.8    $ 690.4    $ 4,758.5   $5,334.1   $4,757.0
                         --------      --------      --------    -------    -------    -------     --------   --------   --------
International:                   
  Europe                    829.5         960.7         960.6       55.2      118.5      129.9      1,250.2    1,308.8    1,524.5 
  Canada                    330.1         374.2         355.4       (2.2)      12.8       20.5        160.4      187.3      240.0
  Other                     327.0         312.2         306.0       53.6       63.0       55.4        457.9      421.9      413.7
                         --------      --------      --------    -------    -------    -------     --------   --------   --------
     Sub-total                   
       International      1,486.6       1,647.1       1,622.0      106.6      194.3      205.8      1,868.5    1,918.0    2,178.2
                         --------      --------      --------    -------    -------    -------     --------   --------   --------
Eliminations:
  Transfers to
     International         (293.3)       (264.3)       (255.7)                                        (77.2)     (94.6)    (106.2)
  Transfers to Domestic     (62.1)        (95.2)        (51.5)                                       (138.5)     (96.8)    (121.3)
  Other                      (4.6)         (1.7)        (11.8)                                        (18.3)     (18.6)     (24.3)
                         --------      --------      --------    -------    -------    -------     --------   --------   --------
                          6,252.6       6,118.7       6,155.3      769.9      784.4      884.4      6,393.0    7,042.1    6,683.4
Businesses held for
  divestiture                                                                                         256.0      102.6      117.1
Other                        21.2          15.2           7.3       21.2       15.2        7.3
                         --------      --------      --------    
  Consolidated revenues  $6,273.8      $6,133.9      $6,162.6
                         ========      ========      ========    
Nonrecurring income                                                273.8       24.6          -
Nonrecurring expense                                              (273.8)     (57.0)         -
Interest expense                                                   (99.1)    (115.6)    (161.2)
General corporate                                                  (66.6)     (71.5)     (61.9)       468.9      416.9      336.9
                                                                 -------    -------    -------                                   
  Consolidated income                                                                              
   before income taxes(2)                                        $ 625.4    $ 580.1    $ 668.6
                                                                 =======    =======    =======     
Investment in            
  unconsolidated
  subsidiaries                                                                                         29.9       14.0       11.2
                                                                                                   --------   --------   --------
  Consolidated assets                                                                              $7,147.8   $7,575.6   $7,148.6
                                                                                                   ========   ========   ========
</TABLE>                 


(1)   Certain amounts have been reclassified to provide for a consistent
      presentation of nonrecurring items.
(2)   Before the cumulative effect of changes in accounting principles in 1992.

processing, as well as equipment and repair parts used in compression markets.
In addition, operations in this segment produced forgings for a variety of
specialized applications through September 30, 1993.

         Intersegment sales and related receivables for each of the years shown
were immaterial.

DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS  Transfers between domestic and
international operations, principally inventory transfers, are charged to the
receiving organization at prices sufficient to recover manufacturing costs and
provide a reasonable return. Export sales to unaffiliated customers included in
domestic sales were $604.4 million in 1993, $540.7 million in 1992 and $579.1
million in 1991. Of total export sales, approximately 56% (43% in 1992 and 48%
in 1991) were to Asia, Africa, Australia and the Middle East, 18% (25% in 1992
and 20% in 1991) were to Canada and Europe, and 26% (32% in 1992 and 1991) were
to Latin America.

         Translation losses related to Brazil were $4.3 million in 1993 ($.04
per fully diluted share) and $5.5 million in 1992 ($.05 per fully diluted
share), while losses related to Mexico and Brazil were $4.8 million in 1991
($.04 per fully diluted share).  Other translation and transaction gains and
losses included in each year's Consolidated Results of Operations were not
significant.





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NOTE 15: INDUSTRY SEGMENTS, DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       Percentage of Segment      Percentage of Total
                                     Inventory Valued at LIFO   LIFO Liquidation Income
                                     ------------------------   -----------------------
                                           December 31,         Year Ended December 31,
                                           ------------         -----------------------
                                       1993    1992     1991     1993     1992     1991
                                       ----    ----     ----     ----     ----     ----
<S>                                    <C>      <C>      <C>      <C>      <C>      <C>
Electrical Products                    83%      83%      81%      24%      18%      53%
Electrical Power Equipment             92       91       91        5        3        5
Tools & Hardware                       62       69       67        6       17       32
Automotive Products                    74       66       57       (3)      (4)      (6)
Petroleum & Industrial Equipment       66       69       72       68       66       16
</TABLE>                                  

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                               Depreciation                                     Amortization
                                             Ended December 31,                            Year Ended December 31,
                                             ------------------                            -----------------------
(millions)                        1993             1992             1991            1993             1992             1991
                                  ----             ----             ----            ----             ----             ----
<S>                              <C>            <C>              <C>              <C>              <C>                <C>
Electrical Products              $ 38.6         $   41.4         $   39.7         $   20.4         $   19.6           $ 18.5
Electrical Power Equipment         19.9             26.3             21.1              9.1              9.4              8.0
Tools & Hardware                   29.4             30.5             28.6              6.7              6.0              4.7
Automotive Products                50.4             42.0             33.3             32.3             24.9             21.0
Petroleum & Industrial Equipment   60.3             52.9             49.5             29.7             30.4             28.2
Corporate                           3.4              3.1              3.0              2.6              2.6              2.4
                                 ------         --------         --------         --------         --------           ------
                                 $202.0         $  196.2         $  175.2         $  100.8         $   92.9           $ 82.8
                                 ======         ========         ========         ========         ========           ======

</TABLE>
       
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                             Capital                   Translation Component            Nonrecurring
                                          Expenditures                  Increase (Decrease)           (Income)/Expense
                                          ------------                  ------------------            ----------------
                                   Year Ended December 31,           Year Ended December 31,        Year Ended December 31,
                                   -----------------------           -----------------------        -----------------------
(millions)                       1993        1992        1991       1993       1992       1991     1993      1992      1991
                                 ----        ----        ----       ----       ----       ----     ----      ----      ----
<S>                             <C>        <C>         <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>     <C>        <C>        <C>
Electrical Products             $ 60.1     $  44.2     $  42.4   $  (1.4)     $ (6.3)    $ 1.6   $  34.1    $  9.8     $  -
Electrical Power Equipment        17.9        19.5        31.2       (.9)       (1.0)      1.1      76.2         -        -
Tools & Hardware                  29.4        34.5        37.7       (9.2)     (15.3)      (.7)     16.5      20.9        -
Automotive Products               72.3        63.7        67.0      (12.3)     (41.7)     (2.7)     26.5       7.4        -
Petroleum & Industrial Equipment  92.0       104.9        81.5      (20.9)     (94.4)     (2.9)    119.5       6.9        -
Corporate                          3.4         6.7         6.5          -          -         -    (272.8)    (12.6)       - 
                                ------     -------     -------   --------     -------    -----   -------    ------     ----
                                $275.1     $ 273.5     $ 266.3   $  (44.7)    $(158.7)   $(3.6)  $     -    $ 32.4 (1) $  -
                                ======     =======     =======   ========     =======    =====   =======    ======     ==== 
</TABLE>

(1)   Offset by nonrecurring income of $32.4 million, which is reflected as a
      reduction of 1992 income tax expense.

NOTE 16: OFF-BALANCE-SHEET RISK, CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT RISK AND FAIR VALUE
OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

OFF-BALANCE-SHEET RISK   The Company enters into forward exchange contracts to
hedge certain foreign currency transactions for periods consistent with the
terms of the underlying transactions. The Company does not engage in
speculation, nor does the Company typically hedge nontransaction-related
balance sheet exposure. While the forward contracts affect the Company's
results of operations, they do so only in connection with the underlying
transactions. As a result, they do not subject the Company to risk from
exchange rate movements, because gains and losses on these contracts offset
losses and gains on the transactions being hedged.  At December 31, 1993, the
Company had $137 million of foreign exchange contracts outstanding, 99% of
which were in European, Canadian and Japanese currencies. At December 31, 1992,
comparable amounts were $84 million and 97%. The forward exchange contracts
generally have maturities that do not exceed six months. The Company's other
off-balance-sheet risks are not material.

CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT RISK  Concentrations of credit risk with respect to
trade receivables are limited due to the wide variety of customers and markets
into which the Company's products are sold, as well as their dispersion across
many different geographic areas. As a result, at December 31, 1993, the Company
does not consider itself to have any significant concentrations of credit risk.

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FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS   The Company's financial instruments
consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, trade receivables, trade
payables, debt instruments and foreign currency forward contracts. The book
values of cash and cash equivalents, trade receivables and trade payables are
considered to be representative of their respective fair values. The Company
had approximately $1.5 billion of debt instruments at December 31, 1993, for
which the fair value (based primarily on discounted cash flows) exceeded the
book value by approximately 1%. Based on year-end exchange rates and the
various maturity dates of the foreign currency forward contracts, the Company
estimates the aggregate contract value to be representative of the fair value
of these items at December 31, 1993.

NOTE 17: SUMMARY OF NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                      Year Ended December 31,
                                                      -----------------------
(millions)                                             1993    1992    1991
                                                      ------  ------  -------
<S>                                                   <C>     <C>     <C>
Increase (decrease) in net assets:
 Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP):
  Principal payments and difference between
   Company expense and cash contributions             $ 24.5  $ 25.7  $ 27.5
  Unearned ESOP compensation                               -   (26.2)  (26.8)
 Common stock issued for:
  Employee stock ownership plan                            -    26.2    26.8
  Executive restricted stock incentive plan                -     7.1       -
  Acquired companies                                      .3     2.4       -
  Employee stock purchase plan                          23.6       -    34.8
 $1.60 Preferred stock issued for conversions 
   of debentures                                         2.9     3.9    34.6

</TABLE>

The above information supplements the disclosures required by SFAS No. 95
(Statement of Cash Flows).

NOTE 18: NET INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON SHARE

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                        Primary                     Fully Diluted
                                            -----------------------------  ------------------------------
                                               Year Ended December 31,         Year Ended December 31,
                                            -----------------------------  ------------------------------
($ in millions, shares in thousands)          1993      1992      1991       1993       1992      1991(1)
                                            --------  --------   --------  --------   --------   --------
<S>                                         <C>       <C>        <C>       <C>       <C>         <C>
Income before cumulative effect of changes
 in accounting principles                   $  367.1  $  361.3   $  393.2  $  367.1  $  361.3    $  393.2
Dividends applicable to $1.60
 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred stock      (53.1)    (52.8)     (50.9)    (53.1)    (52.8)          -
Interest applicable to 7%
 debentures, net of tax                            -         -          -         -          -        1.6
                                            --------  --------   --------  --------   --------   --------
Income applicable to Common stock before
 cumulative effect of changes in
 accounting principles                         314.0     308.5      342.3     314.0      308.5      394.8
Cumulative effect on prior years of changes
 in accounting principles                          -    (590.0)         -         -     (590.0)         -
                                            --------  --------   --------  --------   --------   --------
Net income (loss)                           $  314.0  $ (281.5)  $  342.3  $  314.0   $ (281.5)  $  394.8
                                            ========  ========   ========  ========   ========   ========
Average Common shares and Common
 share equivalents                           114,201   113,830    112,499   114,201    113,830    112,700
Shares issuable on conversion of
 Convertible Exchangeable Preferred stock          -         -          -         -          -     17,263
Shares issuable on conversion
 of 7% debentures                                  -         -          -         -          -      1,089
                                            --------  --------   --------  --------   --------   --------
                                             114,201   113,830    112,499   114,201    113,830    131,052
                                            ========  ========   ========  ========   ========   ========
</TABLE>


(1) Since the assumed conversion of the Convertible Exchangeable Preferred
    stock and the 7% debentures to Common was dilutive, the applicable interest
    expense on the debentures, net of tax, was added back to net income and 
    the Preferred dividends were not deducted, in the computation of fully 
    diluted earnings per share for 1991.





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NOTE 19: UNAUDITED QUARTERLY OPERATING RESULTS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
(millions except per-share data)                                          1993 (by quarter)
                                                            1              2            3(1)            4(2)
                                                        ---------     ---------      ----------      ---------
<S>                                                     <C>           <C>            <C>             <C>
Revenues                                                $ 1,471.2     $ 1,611.7      $  1,592.4      $ 1,598.5
Gross margin                                                466.3         533.5           506.6          533.8
Net income                                                   63.1         102.9            98.9          102.2
Net income applicable to Common stock                        49.8          89.7            85.6           88.9
Net income per Common share:
 Primary                                                $     .44     $     .79      $      .75      $     .78
 Fully diluted                                                .44           .78 (3)         .75 (3)        .77 (3)
                                                        =========     =========      ==========      =========
</TABLE>

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                             1992 (by quarter)
                                                            1             2                 3(1)            4(2)
                                                        ---------     ---------         ----------        ---------
<S>                                                     <C>           <C>               <C>              <C>
Revenues                                                $ 1,507.9     $ 1,529.6         $  1,460.3       $  1,636.1
         Gross margin                                       462.2         508.9              483.4            539.8
Income before cumulative effect 
 of changes in accounting principles                         66.0         109.1               89.9             96.3
Cumulative effect on prior years 
 of changes in accounting principles                       (590.0)            -                  -                -
Net income (loss)                                          (524.0)        109.1               89.9             96.3
Net income (loss) applicable to Common stock               (537.2)         95.9               76.7             83.1
Income (Loss) per Common share:
 Primary
  Net income before cumulative effect of 
   changes in accounting principles                     $     .46     $     .84         $      .67       $      .73
  Cumulative effect on prior years of changes in
   accounting principles                                    (5.19)            -                  -                -
                                                        ---------     ---------         ----------        ---------
  Net income (loss)                                     $   (4.73)    $     .84         $      .67       $      .73
                                                        =========     =========         ==========        =========
 Fully diluted
  Net income before cumulative effect of changes in
   accounting principles                                $     .46     $     .82 (3)     $      .67       $      .73 (3)
  Cumulative effect on prior years of changes in
   accounting principles                                    (5.19)            -                  -                -
                                                        ---------     ---------         ----------        ---------
  Net income (loss)                                     $   (4.73)    $     .82 (3)     $      .67       $      .73 (3)
                                                        =========     =========         ==========        =========
</TABLE>


(1)      Includes nonrecurring income and expense items as further described in
         Management's Discussion and Financial Review.
(2)      Includes $8.1 million ($.06 per fully diluted share) in 1993 and $8.3
         million ($.06 per fully diluted share) in 1992 related to LIFO
         inventory liquidations.
(3)      The computation of fully diluted earnings per share for the quarter
         assumes the conversion of the 7% debentures and the $1.60 Preferred
         stock to Common stock. As a result, interest on the debentures, net of
         tax, is added back to net income and Preferred dividends are not
         deducted in the computation.






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                                                                    Exhibit 21.0

12-31-93
                                  SUBSIDIARIES

Cooper has no parent.  The subsidiaries of Cooper are listed in groupings that
indicate the nature and management of the operations of each.  Unless noted
herein, all subsidiaries are wholly owned by Cooper or one of its subsidiaries.

                                                         Place of
                    Name                              Incorporation 
                    ----                              -------------

              A.  GENERAL CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION

CI Leasing Company                                    Delaware, U.S.
Cooper (Great Britain) Ltd.                           United Kingdom
Cooper (U.K.) Limited                                 Delaware, U.S.
Cooper CPS Corporation                                Delaware, U.S.
Cooper Industries (Canada) Inc.                       Ontario, Canada
Cooper Industries Australia Pensions Pty Ltd          Australia
Cooper Industries Australia Pty Limited               Australia
Cooper Industries Foreign Sales Company, Ltd.         Barbados
Cooper Industries Foundation                          Ohio, U.S.
Cooper Industries GmbH Beteiligungen                  Germany
Cooper Industries Italia S.p.A.                       Italy
Cooper Industries, Inc.                               Delaware, U.S.
Cooper Industries International Holding B.V.          Netherlands
Cooper Industries Sweden AB (556391-9728)             Sweden
Cooper PAC Corporation                                Delaware, U.S.
Cooper Pensions Limited                               United Kingdom
Cooper Securities, Inc.                               Texas, U.S.
Gardner-Denver Company                                Delaware, U.S.
Kirsch Company                                        Michigan, U.S.
P B Marketing, Inc.                                   Delaware, U.S.
Sani Kirsch, Inc.                                     Delaware, U.S.
<PAGE>   2
                                                         Place of
                 Name                                 Incorporation 
                 ----                                 -------------


                    B. ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS


Arrow-Hart, S.A. de C.V.                              Mexico
Bussmann International, Inc.                          Delaware, U.S.
Componentes de Iluminacion, S.A. de C.V.              Mexico
Componentes e Interruptores, S.A. de C.V.             Mexico
Connectron, Inc.                                      New Jersey, U.S.
Crouse-Hinds (Australia) Pty. Ltd.                    Australia
Crouse-Hinds Domex, S.A. de C.V.                      Mexico
Edison Fusegear, Inc.                                 Delaware, U.S.
Bussmann (U.K.) Limited                               United Kingdom
Bussmann (Aust.) Pty Limited                          Australia
Iluminacion Cooper de las Californias S.A. de C.V.    Mexico
McGraw-Edison Company                                 Delaware, U.S.
Pluz, S.A. (40.6% owned)                              Mexico

                C. ELECTRICAL POWER EQUIPMENT

Cooper Power Systems, Inc.                            Delaware, U.S.
McGraw-Edison Development Corporation                 Delaware, U.S.
McGraw-Edison Power Systems Overseas, Inc.            Delaware, U.S.
RTE Far East Corporation                              Taiwan
RTE Transportation Co., Inc.                          Wisconsin, U.S.





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                                                         Place of
                 Name                                 Incorporation 
                 ----                                 -------------


                      D. TOOLS & HARDWARE

AB Sani-Maskiner (556179-9643)                        Sweden
Acrimo AB (28.9% owned)                               Sweden
Aryho, S.A.                                           Spain
Comercial Decorativa, S.A.                            Spain
Cooper Industries Sweden Realty AB (556403-8684)      Sweden
Cooper Tools GmbH                                     Germany
Cooper Tools Industrial Ltda.                         Brazil
Cooper Tools Pty. Limited                             Australia
Cooper Tools S.A.                                     France
Decoracion, S.A.                                      Spain
Deutsche Gardner-Denver Beteiligungs-GmbH             Germany
Deutsche Gardner-Denver GmbH & Co.                    Germany
Empresa Andina de Herramientas, S.A. (49% owned)      Colombia
Erem S.A.                                             Switzerland
Ferramentas Belzer do Brasil Ltda.                    Brazil
Hofesa France, S.A.                                   France
Hofesa Home Fittings de Portugal Decoracao, Limitada  Portugal
Hofesa Italia S.r.l.                                  Italy
Hofesa UK PLC                                         United Kingdom
Home Fittings Espana, S.A.                            Spain
Innovaciones Decorativas, S.A.                        Spain
Lufkin Europa B.V.                                    Netherlands
Nicholson Mexicana, S.A. de C.V. (49% owned)          Mexico
SANI-Kirsch Inc. & Co. KG                             Germany
The Cooper Group, B.V.                                Netherlands
The Cooper Group, Inc.                                Delaware, U.S.





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                                                         Place of
                 Name                                 Incorporation 
                 ----                                 -------------


                          E. AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS

Anco de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.                          Mexico
Baron Drawn Steel Corporation                         Ohio, U.S.
Baron Drawn Steel Corporation of Michigan             Michigan, U.S.
Bougie Champion, S.A.                                 France
Bujias Champion de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.               Mexico
Bujias Champion de Venezuela, C.A.                    Venezuela
Champion Filtration S.p.A.                            Italy
Champion Iberica S.A.                                 Spain
Champion Interamericana, Ltd.                         Delaware, U.S.
Champion Spark Plug Company (Aust.) Pty. Limited      Australia
Champion Spark Plug Company                           Delaware, U.S.
Champion Spark Plug Belgium S.A.                      Belgium
Champion Spark Plug New Zealand                       New Zealand
Champion Spark Plug Taiwan, Inc.                      Taiwan
Cooper Automotive, Inc.                               Delaware, U.S.
Crucetas Mexicanas, S.A. de C.V. (40% owned)          Mexico
CSP Industries B.V.                                   Netherlands
Farloc Argentina S.A.I.C. y. F. (23.9% owned)         Argentina
Frenos Hidraulicos Automotrices S.A. (49% owned)      Mexico
General Driveshaft Co.                                Michigan, U.S.
Import Parts America Inc.                             Delaware, U.S.
Moog Automotive, Inc.                                 Missouri, U.S.
Nippon Champion Spark Plug Kabushiki Kaisha           Japan
Productos de Frenos Automotrices de
 Calidad, S.A. de C.V.                                Mexico
Sistemas de Energia de Matamoros, S.A. de C.V.        Mexico
Wagner Electric Corporation                           Delaware, U.S.
WAWD Autoteile GmbH                                   Germany





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<PAGE>   5
                                                         Place of
                 Name                                 Incorporation 
                 ----                                 -------------


                  F. PETROLEUM & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT

Cameron Forged Products Company                       Delaware, U.S.
Cameron Iron Works Pensions Ltd.                      United Kingdom
Cameron Pipeline, Inc.                                Texas, U.S.
Cameron Venezolana S.A. (49% owned)                   Venezuela
Cameronvolgomash (50% owned)                          Russia
Compression Services Company                          Ohio, U.S.
Cooper Energy Services B.V.                           Netherlands
Cooper Energy Services de Venezuela, S.A.             Venezuela
Cooper Energy Services International, Inc.            Ohio, U.S.
Cooper Flow Control Australia Pty. Ltd.               Australia
Cooper Industries Holding B.V.                        Netherlands
Cooper Oil Tool (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.                 Singapore
Cooper Oil Tool Argentina S.A.I.C.                    Argentina
Cooper Oil Tool Australia Pty. Ltd.                   Australia
Cooper Oil Tool de Mexico, S.A.                       Mexico
Cooper Oil Tool S.A. de C.V.                          Mexico
Cooper Oil Tool France, S.A.                          France
Cooper Oil Tool GmbH                                  Germany
Cooper Oil Tool Gabon, S.A.                           Gabon
Cooper Oil Tool Ireland Limited                       Ireland
Cooper Oil Tool Nigeria Limited (60% owned)           Nigeria
Cooper Oil Tool Norway A/S                            Norway
Cooper Petroleum Equipment Group, Inc.                Delaware, U.S.
Cooper Rolls Incorporated (50% owned)                 Ohio, U.S.
Cooper Rolls Limited (50% owned)                      United Kingdom
Cooper Turbocompressor (Deutschland) GmbH             Germany
Cooper Turbocompressor Inc.                           Delaware, U.S.
Cooper, Rolls Corporation (50% owned)                 Canada
Gardner Denver International, Inc.                    Delaware, U.S.
Gardner Denver Machinery Inc.                         Delaware, U.S.
Gardner-Denver Western Hemisphere                     Delaware, U.S.
Industrias Cooper de Venezuela, S.A.                  Venezuela
Sri Timor Oilfield Supplies &
 Equipment Sdn Bhd (49% owned)                        Malaysia
Syarikat Rajah Sdn Bhd                                Brunei
Wheeling Machine Products Company                     Delaware, U.S.





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                                                         Place of
                 Name                                 Incorporation 
                 ----                                 -------------


                     G.  INACTIVE SUBSIDIARIES

Arman Motor Products, Ltd.                            United Kingdom
Battery Products, Inc.                                Illinois, U.S.
Cameron do Brasil Industrias Mecanicas Ltda.          Brazil
Cameron Iron Works de Venezuela C.A.                  Venezuela
Cameron Iron Works Limited                            United Kingdom
Cameron Offshore Engineering Limited                  United Kingdom
CAM L, Inc.                                           Delaware, U.S.
Carlton Santee Corporation                            California, U.S.
Champion Service & Trading Pte. Ltd.                  Singapore
Champion Spark Plug (Far East) Pte. Limited           Singapore
Champion Sparking Plug Company (Ireland) Limited      Ireland
Champion Sparking Plug Company Limited                United Kingdom
Comtra Internacional S.A. de C.V.                     Mexico
Coninco Corporation                                   Puerto Rico
Cooper-Bessemer, S.A.                                 Switzerland
Cooper Hand Tools of California, Inc.                 Delaware, U.S.
Cooper-Vulkan Kompressoren, GmbH (70% owned)          Germany
Crouse-Hinds de Venezuela, C.A.                       Venezuela
Crouse-Hinds of Europe, S.r.l.                        Italy
DFL Fusegear Limited                                  United Kingdom
Duotech Pty Limited                                   Australia
Everco Industries of Canada Ltd.                      Ontario, Canada
Gardner-Denver (Aust.) Pty. Limited                   Australia
Gardner-Denver International, C.A.                    Venezuela
Gardner-Denver Pensions Limited                       United Kingdom
Inmobiliaria Cisco, S.A. (49% owned)                  Mexico
Manufacturas Cameron, C.A. (85% owned)                Venezuela
McGraw-Edison Export Corporation                      Delaware, U.S.
Moog World Trade Corporation                          Virgin Islands
SK (UK) Limited                                       United Kingdom
Veda Manufacturing Pty. Ltd.                          Australia
Velas Champion do Brasil, Ltda.                       Brazil
WPC Corporation, Inc.                                 Delaware, U.S.
ZV Zundkerzenvertriebs GmbH                           Germany





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<PAGE>   1
                                                                    Exhibit 23.0



                        CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS


We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Annual Report (Form 10-K)
of Cooper Industries, Inc. of our report dated January 24, 1994, included in
the 1993 Annual Report to Shareholders of Cooper Industries, Inc.

Our audits also included the financial statement schedules of Cooper
Industries, Inc. listed in Item 14(a).  These schedules are the responsibility
of the Company's management.  Our responsibility is to express an opinion based
on our audits.  In our opinion, the financial statement schedules referred to
above, when considered in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a
whole, present fairly in all material respects the information set forth
therein.

We also consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration
Statements on Form S-8, Form S-3 or Form S-4 of Cooper Industries, Inc. and in
each related Prospectus of our report dated January 24, 1994, with respect to
the consolidated financial statements incorporated herein by reference, and our
report included in the preceding paragraph with respect to the financial
statement schedules included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) of Cooper
Industries, Inc.

Registration
Statement No.                              Purpose
- -------------                              -------

No. 2-81114      Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 1981 Incentive Stock Option Plan

No. 2-71732      Form S-8 Registration Statement for Shares issuable pursuant
                 to Substitute Deferred Compensation Agreements in connection
                 with the acquisition of Crouse-Hinds Company

No. 2-33-14542   Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 1985 and 1989 Employee Stock Purchase Plans

No. 2-33-19574   Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 1981 Incentive Stock Option Plan and 1986 Stock Option Plan

No. 2-33-29302   Form S-8 Registration Statement for 1989 Director Stock Option
                 Plan

No. 33-2243      Form S-3 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 Debt Securities

No. 33-4097      Form S-3 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 Debt Securities

No. 33-13695     Form S-3 Registration Statement for Cameron Iron Works, Inc.
                 7% Convertible Subordinated Debentures due 2012

No. 33-33011     Form S-3 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 Debt Securities

No. 33-29301     Form S-4 Registration Statement for 3,000,000 Shares of Cooper
                 Common Stock (Equity Shelf)
<PAGE>   2
No. 33-34734     Form S-8 Registration Statement for Cameron Iron Works USA,
                 Inc. Savings Investment Plan for Hourly Employees

No. 33-37875     Form S-3 Registration Statement for Cooper Industries, Inc.
                 Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan



                                                               /s/ ERNST & YOUNG

Houston, Texas
March 30, 1994





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<PAGE>   1
                                                                    Exhibit 24.0




                               POWER OF ATTORNEY

                            COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.


         KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or
officer of Cooper Industries, Inc. ("Cooper"), an Ohio corporation, does hereby
make, constitute and appoint Diane K. Schumacher and Karen E. Herbert, and each
of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act
without the other and with full power of substitution, to execute, deliver and
file, for and on behalf of the undersigned, and in his name and in his capacity
or capacities as aforesaid, the Cooper Annual Report on Form 10-K with the
Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended, and any other documents in support thereof or supplemental thereto,
with respect to the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993 and any and all
amendments thereto.  The undersigned hereby grants to said attorneys and each
of them full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing
whatsoever as said attorney or attorneys may deem necessary or advisable to
carry out fully the intent of the foregoing as the undersigned might or could
do personally or in the capacity or capacities as aforesaid, hereby ratifying
and confirming all acts and things which said attorney or attorneys may do or
cause to be done by virtue of these presents.

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has hereunto set his hand this
15th  day of February, 1994.



                                                   /s/ WARREN L. BATTS          
                                                       WARREN L. BATTS

<PAGE>   2
                                                                    Exhibit 24.0




                               POWER OF ATTORNEY

                            COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.


         KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or
officer of Cooper Industries, Inc. ("Cooper"), an Ohio corporation, does hereby
make, constitute and appoint Diane K. Schumacher and Karen E. Herbert, and each
of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act
without the other and with full power of substitution, to execute, deliver and
file, for and on behalf of the undersigned, and in his name and in his capacity
or capacities as aforesaid, the Cooper Annual Report on Form 10-K with the
Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended, and any other documents in support thereof or supplemental thereto,
with respect to the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993 and any and all
amendments thereto.  The undersigned hereby grants to said attorneys and each
of them full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing
whatsoever as said attorney or attorneys may deem necessary or advisable to
carry out fully the intent of the foregoing as the undersigned might or could
do personally or in the capacity or capacities as aforesaid, hereby ratifying
and confirming all acts and things which said attorney or attorneys may do or
cause to be done by virtue of these presents.

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has hereunto set his hand this
15th day of February, 1994.



                                               /s/ CONSTANTINE S. NICANDROS     
                                                   CONSTANTINE S. NICANDROS
<PAGE>   3
                                                                    Exhibit 24.0




                               POWER OF ATTORNEY

                            COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.


         KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or
officer of Cooper Industries, Inc. ("Cooper"), an Ohio corporation, does hereby
make, constitute and appoint Diane K. Schumacher and Karen E. Herbert, and each
of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act
without the other and with full power of substitution, to execute, deliver and
file, for and on behalf of the undersigned, and in his name and in his capacity
or capacities as aforesaid, the Cooper Annual Report on Form 10-K with the
Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended, and any other documents in support thereof or supplemental thereto,
with respect to the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993 and any and all
amendments thereto.  The undersigned hereby grants to said attorneys and each
of them full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing
whatsoever as said attorney or attorneys may deem necessary or advisable to
carry out fully the intent of the foregoing as the undersigned might or could
do personally or in the capacity or capacities as aforesaid, hereby ratifying
and confirming all acts and things which said attorney or attorneys may do or
cause to be done by virtue of these presents.

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has hereunto set his hand this
15th day of February, 1994.



                                                  /s/ CLIFFORD J. GRUM          
                                                      CLIFFORD J. GRUM
<PAGE>   4
                                                                    Exhibit 24.0




                               POWER OF ATTORNEY

                            COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.


         KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or
officer of Cooper Industries, Inc. ("Cooper"), an Ohio corporation, does hereby
make, constitute and appoint Diane K. Schumacher and Karen E. Herbert, and each
of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act
without the other and with full power of substitution, to execute, deliver and
file, for and on behalf of the undersigned, and in his name and in his capacity
or capacities as aforesaid, the Cooper Annual Report on Form 10-K with the
Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended, and any other documents in support thereof or supplemental thereto,
with respect to the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993 and any and all
amendments thereto.  The undersigned hereby grants to said attorneys and each
of them full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing
whatsoever as said attorney or attorneys may deem necessary or advisable to
carry out fully the intent of the foregoing as the undersigned might or could
do personally or in the capacity or capacities as aforesaid, hereby ratifying
and confirming all acts and things which said attorney or attorneys may do or
cause to be done by virtue of these presents.

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has hereunto set his hand this
15th day of February, 1994.



                                                 /s/ SIR RALPH H. ROBINS        
                                                     SIR RALPH H. ROBINS
<PAGE>   5
                                                                    Exhibit 24.0





                               POWER OF ATTORNEY

                            COOPER INDUSTRIES, INC.


         KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned director or
officer of Cooper Industries, Inc. ("Cooper"), an Ohio corporation, does hereby
make, constitute and appoint Diane K. Schumacher and Karen E. Herbert, and each
of them acting individually, his true and lawful attorney with power to act
without the other and with full power of substitution, to execute, deliver and
file, for and on behalf of the undersigned, and in his name and in his capacity
or capacities as aforesaid, the Cooper Annual Report on Form 10-K with the
Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended, and any other documents in support thereof or supplemental thereto,
with respect to the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993 and any and all
amendments thereto.  The undersigned hereby grants to said attorneys and each
of them full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing
whatsoever as said attorney or attorneys may deem necessary or advisable to
carry out fully the intent of the foregoing as the undersigned might or could
do personally or in the capacity or capacities as aforesaid, hereby ratifying
and confirming all acts and things which said attorney or attorneys may do or
cause to be done by virtue of these presents.

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has hereunto set his hand this
15th day of February, 1994.



                                                    /s/ A. THOMAS YOUNG         
                                                        A. THOMAS YOUNG


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