United Community Banks, Inc. announces a 4.2% dividend increase and provides details on preferred stock dividends.
Quiver AI Summary
United Community Banks, Inc. has announced a quarterly cash dividend increase of 4.2%, raising the amount to $0.25 per share for its common stock, payable on October 3, 2025, to shareholders of record by September 15, 2025. Additionally, a cash dividend of $429.6875 per share on its 6.875% Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series I, will be payable on September 15, 2025. United Community Banks, a prominent financial institution with $28.1 billion in assets and 200 offices across several states, offers a variety of banking services and has received numerous accolades for customer satisfaction and being a top workplace. The company is recognized for excellence in commercial banking and has been named one of the best banks in America and the world by various organizations.
Potential Positives
- Approval of a 4.2% increase in quarterly cash dividend reflects strong financial performance and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
- Recognition as the most trusted bank in the region in 2025 boosts brand reputation and customer confidence.
- Winning five 2025 Greenwich Best Brand awards highlights excellence in customer satisfaction, enhancing the company’s credibility in the commercial banking sector.
- The company’s significant asset base of $28.1 billion and extensive operational footprint across multiple states underline its solid market position and growth potential.
Potential Negatives
- None
FAQ
What is the new quarterly cash dividend announced by United Community Banks?
The Board approved a 4.2% increase to $0.25 per share for the common stock dividend.
When will the new dividend be payable?
The new dividend will be payable on October 3, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2025.
What is the dividend for the Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock?
The dividend for the preferred stock is $429.6875 per share, payable on September 15, 2025.
What services does United Community Banks, Inc. provide?
United offers a comprehensive range of banking, mortgage, and wealth management services.
Where does United Community Banks operate?
The company operates 200 offices across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
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- RICHARD BRADSHAW (EVP, Chief Banking Officer) has made 0 purchases and 5 sales selling 3,401 shares for an estimated $99,985.
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$UCB Analyst Ratings
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- DA Davidson issued a "Buy" rating on 07/24/2025
- Stephens & Co. issued a "Overweight" rating on 04/23/2025
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- Catherine Mealor from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods set a target price of $34.0 on 07/28/2025
- Gary Tenner from DA Davidson set a target price of $36.0 on 07/24/2025
- Russell Gunther from Stephens & Co. set a target price of $36.0 on 04/23/2025
- David Bishop from Hovde Group set a target price of $32.0 on 03/20/2025
Full Release
GREENVILLE, S.C., Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB) (“United”, the “Company”), reported that its Board of Directors approved a 4.2% quarterly cash dividend increase to $0.25 per share on the Company’s common stock. The dividend is payable October 3, 2025 to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2025.
The Board of Directors also approved a quarterly cash dividend of $429.6875 per share (equivalent to $0.4296875 per depositary share or 1/1000th interest per share) on the Company’s 6.875% Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series I (NYSE: UCB PRI). The dividend is payable September 15, 2025 to shareholders of record on August 29, 2025.
About United Community Banks, Inc.
United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB) is the financial holding company for United Community, a top 100 U.S. financial institution committed to building stronger communities and improving the financial health and well-being of its customers. United Community offers a full range of banking, mortgage and wealth management services. As of June 30, 2025, United Community Banks, Inc. had $28.1 billion in assets and operated 200 offices across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. The company also manages a nationally recognized SBA lending franchise and a national equipment finance subsidiary, extending its reach to businesses across the country. United is an 11-time winner of J.D. Power’s award for highest customer satisfaction among consumer banks in the Southeast and was named the most trusted bank in the region in 2025. The company has also been recognized eight consecutive years by American Banker as one of the “Best Banks to Work For.” In commercial banking, United earned five 2025 Greenwich Best Brand awards, including national honors for middle market satisfaction. Forbes has consistently named United among the World’s Best and America’s Best Banks. Learn more at ucbi.com.
For more information:
Jefferson Harralson
Chief Financial Officer
(864) 240-6208
[email protected]
