EPOCH’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS DECLARES SPECIAL CASH DIVIDEND

NEW YORK — (BUSINESS WIRE) — November 17, 2010—Epoch Holding Corporation ("Epoch" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: EPHC), today announced that its Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend of $0.75 per share on the Company's common stock, payable on December 16, 2010 to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 2, 2010.  The aggregate dividend payment will total approximately $17.1 million based on the number of shares of common stock currently outstanding.

“Reflecting our strong current liquidity position and our confidence in the business, the Board has decided to return a portion of our cash balances to our shareholders with a special dividend at this time,” stated William W. Priest, Chief Executive Officer.  Mr. Priest added, “As always, the Company remains focused on providing our clients with the highest level of service.”

About Epoch Holding Corporation

Epoch Holding Corporation conducts its operations through Epoch Investment Partners, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary and a registered investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. Investment management and investment advisory services are the Company's sole line of business. Headquartered in New York, the Company's investment strategies include U.S. Equity (All Cap, Large Cap and Small Cap Value), Global Equity (Shareholder Yield, Choice, Absolute Return and Small Cap) and International Small Cap.

For more information about Epoch contact Clive Gershon at Epoch Investment Partners, Inc. 212-991-5404, cgershon@eipny.comor visit Epoch's website at www.eipny.com.

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