Northwest Bancshares Azioni (NASDAQ: NWBI)

Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:NWBI) Azioni

Northwest Bancshares

Northwest Bancshares Inc is a stockholding company for Northwest Bank. Northwest Bank is a stock savings bank and a community-oriented financial institution offering personal and commercial banking business solutions, investment management, trust services, and insurance products. It also offers consumer finance loans through a wholly-owned subsidiary. The bank's loan portfolio segment consists of personal banking and business banking loans. Personal banking includes residential mortgages, home equity loans, and other consumer loans. Business banking loans consist of commercial real estate loans and commercial loans. Net interest income is the company's primary contributor to revenue.

Northwest Bancshares, Inc. - Common Stock

Northwest Bancshares Inc

<p>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.27 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.25 by 8 percent.  The company reported quarterly sales of $114.20 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $112.22 million by 1.76 percent.  This is a 7.43 percent increase over sales of $106.30 million the same period last year.</p>


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Northwest Bancshares Q4 2024 Adj EPS $0.27 Beats $0.25 Estimate, Sales $114.20M Beat $112.22M Estimate

<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
<p>• Bright Scholar Education (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BEDU#NYSE">BEDU</a>) is expected to report earnings for its first quarter. </p>
<p>• Moog Inc. Class A Common Stock (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOG#NYSE">MOG</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.70 per share on revenue of $873.04 million. </p>
<p>• Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.10 per share on revenue of $33.73 billion. </p>
<p>• South Plains Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPFI#NASDAQ">SPFI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.68 per share on revenue of $49.16 million. </p>
<p>• First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $39.14 per share on revenue of $2.21 billion. </p>
<p>• Lakeland Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LKFN#NASDAQ">LKFN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.90 per share on revenue of $63.09 million. </p>
<p>• Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.25 per share on revenue of $141.53 million. </p>
<p>• NextEra Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.53 per share on revenue of $7.98 billion. </p>
<p>• HCA Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCA#NYSE">HCA</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $6.16 per share on revenue of $18.23 billion. </p>
<p>• Telefonaktiebolaget L M (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERIC#NASDAQ">ERIC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.18 per share on revenue of $7.01 billion. </p>
<p>• American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.98 per share on revenue of $17.14 billion. </p>
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


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Earnings Scheduled For January 24, 2025

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Northwest Bancshares, Inc. To Acquire Penns Woods Bancorp, Inc. In All-Stock Transaction Valued At ~$270.4M; Based On Northwest's Closing Stock Price Of $14.44 As Of Dec. 16, The Transaction Consideration Is Valued At $34.44 For Each Share Of Penns Woods

<p>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods  analyst Timothy Switzer   maintains Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $14 to $15.</p>


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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Northwest Bancshares, Raises Price Target to $15

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<p>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate.  The company reported quarterly sales of $111.302 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $109.728 million by 1.43 percent.  This is a 2.71 percent increase over sales of $108.368 million the same period last year.</p>


Northwest Bancshares Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.26, Inline, Sales $111.302M Beat $109.728M Estimate

<p>Although U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday, there were a few notable insider trades.</p>
<p>When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#8217;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.</p>
<p>Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">Benzinga&#8217;s insider transactions</a> platform.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Northwest Bancshares</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade: Northwest Bancshares, Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) CFO Douglas M Schosser <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NWBI/analyst-ratings">acquired a total of 7,000 shares</a> at  an average price of $14.19. To acquire these shares, it cost around $99,338.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On July 23, Northwest Bancshares posted upbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li><strong>What Northwest Bancshares Does:</strong> Northwest Bancshares Inc is a stockholding company for Northwest Bank. Northwest Bank is a stock savings bank and a community-oriented financial institution offering personal and banking business solutions, investment management, trust services and insurance products.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Appian</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong>Appian Corporation </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APPN#NASDAQ">APPN</a>) 10% owner Colin T. Moran acquired a total of 120,200 shares at an average price of $35.95. To acquire these shares, it cost around $4.33 million.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On July 24, Keybanc analyst Thomas Blakey maintained Appian with an Overweight rating and raised the price target from $37 to $41.</li>
<li><strong>What Appian Does:</strong> Appian is a low-code enterprise platform-as-a-service company focusing on business process management.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Don&#8217;t forget to check out our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket/">premarket coverage here</a></em></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Globe Life</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong>Globe Life Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GL#NYSE">GL</a>) Director Mary E Thigpen <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 3,000 shares</a> at an average price of $90.20. To acquire these shares, it cost around $270,600.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On July 24, Globe Life posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
<li><strong>What Globe Life Does:</strong> Globe Life Inc is an insurance holding company. It provides a variety of life and supplemental health insurance products and annuities to a broad base of customers.</li>
</ul>
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</ul>


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More Than $4M Bet On Appian? Check Out These 3 Stocks Insiders Are Buying

<p>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.04 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.22 by 81.82 percent. This is a 84.62 percent decrease over earnings of $0.26 per share from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $106.84 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $104.44 million by 2.30 percent.  This is a 1.57 percent decrease over sales of $108.55 million the same period last year.</p>


Earnings Misses

Northwest Bancshares Q2 GAAP EPS $0.04 Beats $(0.02) Estimate, Sales $106.84M Beat $104.44M Estimate

<p>Although U.S. stocks closed higher on Wednesday, there were a few notable insider trades.</p>
<p>When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#8217;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.</p>
<p>Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">Benzinga&#8217;s insider transactions</a> platform.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PBF Energy</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade: PBF Energy Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBF#NYSE">PBF</a>) 10% owner Empresarial de Capitales S.A. de C.V. Control <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PBF/analyst-ratings">acquired a total of 279,000 shares</a> at an average price of $45.17. To acquire these shares, it cost around $12.6 million.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On May 2, PBF Energy posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
<li><strong>What PBF Energy Does:</strong> PBF Energy Inc is an independent petroleum refiner and supplier of unbranded transportation fuels, heating oil, petrochemical feedstocks, lubricants, and other petroleum products in the United States.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>GeneDx Holdings</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong>GeneDx Holdings Corp. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGS#NASDAQ">WGS</a>) Director Casdin Partners FO1-MSV, LP acquired a total of 130,000 shares at an average price of $21.21. To acquire these shares, it cost around $2,757,117.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On May 1, GeneDx reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results..</li>
<li><strong>What GeneDx Holdings Does:</strong> GeneDx Holdings Corp delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment and improve drug discovery.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Don&#8217;t forget to check out our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket/">premarket coverage here</a></em></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Northwest Bancshares</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong>Northwest Bancshares, Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) Director Mark A Paup <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 12,000 shares</a> at an average price of $10.68. To acquire these shares, it cost around $128,166.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On April 22, Northwest Bancshares posted in-line quarterly earnings.</li>
<li><strong>What Northwest Bancshares Does:</strong> Northwest Bancshares Inc is a stockholding company for Northwest Bank.</li>
</ul>
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Over $12M Bet On PBF Energy? Check Out These 3 Stocks Insiders Are Buying

<p>Although U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday, there were a few notable insider trades.</p>
<p>When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#8217;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.</p>
<p>Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">Benzinga&#8217;s insider transactions</a> platform.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Sempra</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade: Sempra </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) Director Richard J Mark <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HEAR/analyst-ratings">acquired a total of 1,925 shares</a>  at an average price of $77.97. To acquire these shares, it cost around $150,092.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On May 17, Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell maintained Sempra with a Buy and raised the price target from $79 to $86.</li>
<li><strong>What Sempra Does:</strong> Sempra Energy serves one of the largest utility customer bases in the United States.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Equity Bancshares</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong>Equity Bancshares, Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQBK#NYSE">EQBK</a>) Director Junetta M Everett acquired a total of 2,903 shares at an average price of $34.50. To acquire these shares, it cost around $100,154.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On May 10, Equity Bank named Rick Sems as CEO.</li>
<li><strong>What Equity Bancshares Does:</strong> Equity Bancshares Inc is a bank holding company. The company&#8217;s operation involves the delivery of loan and deposit products to customers.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Northwest Bancshares</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong>Northwest Bancshares, Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) Director Timothy M Hunter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 10,000 shares</a>  at an average price of $11.30. To acquire these shares, it cost around $113,000.</li>
<li><strong>What's Happening:</strong> On April 22, Northwest Bancshares posted in-line quarterly earnings.</li>
<li><strong>What Northwest Bancshares Does:</strong> Northwest Bancshares Inc is a stockholding company for Northwest Bank.</li>
</ul>
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Insiders Buying Sempra And 2 Other Stocks

<p>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods  analyst Timothy Switzer   reiterates Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $13 to $12.</p>


Reiteration

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Reiterates Market Perform on Northwest Bancshares, Lowers Price Target to $12

<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Frank Schiraldi   maintains Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $11 to $10.</p>


Piper Sandler Maintains Underweight on Northwest Bancshares, Lowers Price Target to $10

<p>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.23 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. This is a 11.54 percent decrease over earnings of $0.26 per share from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $103.24 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $105.03 million by 1.71 percent.  This is a 8.20 percent decrease over sales of $112.46 million the same period last year.</p>


Northwest Bancshares Q1 EPS $0.23, Inline, Sales $103.24M Miss $105.03M Estimate

<p>By the end of today, February 27, 2024, <b>FB Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBK#NYSE">FBK</a>)</b> is set to deliver a dividend payout of $0.17 per share, equating to an annualized dividend yield of 1.73%. The company's dividend payout went ex-dividend on February 12, 2024, so only the investors that owned the stock prior to the ex-dividend date will receive this payout. </p>
<h3>FB Financial Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<td>2024-02-12</td>
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<td>$0.17</td>
<td>1.73%</td>
<td>2024-01-31</td>
<td>2024-02-13</td>
<td>2024-02-27</td>
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<td>2023-11-06</td>
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<td>2.01%</td>
<td>2023-10-27</td>
<td>2023-11-07</td>
<td>2023-11-21</td>
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<td>2023-08-11</td>
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<td>$0.15</td>
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<td>2023-08-14</td>
<td>2023-09-05</td>
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<td>2023-05-08</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>2.06%</td>
<td>2023-04-28</td>
<td>2023-05-09</td>
<td>2023-05-23</td>
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<td>2023-02-06</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>1.65%</td>
<td>2023-01-26</td>
<td>2023-02-07</td>
<td>2023-02-21</td>
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<td>2022-11-08</td>
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<td>$0.13</td>
<td>1.29%</td>
<td>2022-10-28</td>
<td>2022-11-09</td>
<td>2022-11-23</td>
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<td>2022-08-05</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>1.21%</td>
<td>2022-07-29</td>
<td>2022-08-08</td>
<td>2022-08-22</td>
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<td>2022-05-06</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>1.31%</td>
<td>2022-04-29</td>
<td>2022-05-09</td>
<td>2022-05-23</td>
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<td>2022-02-07</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>1.22%</td>
<td>2022-01-28</td>
<td>2022-02-08</td>
<td>2022-02-22</td>
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<td>2021-11-05</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>0.97%</td>
<td>2021-10-29</td>
<td>2021-11-08</td>
<td>2021-11-22</td>
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<td>2021-08-06</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>1.16%</td>
<td>2021-07-30</td>
<td>2021-08-09</td>
<td>2021-08-23</td>
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<td>2021-05-07</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>1.03%</td>
<td>2021-04-30</td>
<td>2021-05-10</td>
<td>2021-05-24</td>
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<p>When comparing FB Financial's dividend yield against its industry peers, the company sits comfortably in the middle, with its peer <b>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>)</b> having the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.99%.</p>
<h3>Analyzing FB Financial Financial Health</h3>
<p>Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. </p>
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
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<p>The company demonstrated a positive dividend growth pattern from 2020 to 2023, with the dividend per share rising from $0.36 to $0.60. This signifies the company's commitment to consistently increasing shareholder dividends.</p>
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For FB Financial</h3>
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<p>The earnings chart illustrates an increase in FB Financial's earnings per share, from $3.07 in 2020 to $3.09 in 2023. This positive earnings growth provides income-seeking investors with optimism, as it suggests potential for higher cash dividend payouts in the future.</p>
<h3>Recap</h3>
<p>In this article, we delve into FB Financial's recent dividend payout and examine how it impacts shareholders. The company has announced a dividend distribution of $0.17 per share today, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of 1.73%.</p>
<p>When comparing FB Financial's dividend yield against its industry peers, the company sits comfortably in the middle, with its peer Northwest Bancshares having the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.99%.</p>
<p>The increase in both dividend per share and earnings per share from 2020 to 2023 for FB Financial indicates a positive financial trend, suggesting their capacity to continue distributing profits to shareholders.</p>
<p>Investors are encouraged to closely track the company's performance in the upcoming quarters to stay informed of any updates in financials or dividend disbursements.</p>
<p>[See current stock movements FB Financial on Benzinga.](https://www.benzinga.com/quote/<b>FB Financial (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fbk#NYSE">FBK</a>)</b>)</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Dividends

Small Cap

FB Financial Empowers Investors with Solid Returns and Fueling Shareholder Value

<p>Northwest Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Northwest Bank announced today that Douglas M. Schosser has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective March 18, 2024. &nbsp;He will replace William W. Harvey, Jr., who announced his retirement last fall.&nbsp; Mr. Schosser will work alongside Mr. Harvey through 2024 to ensure a smooth transition of duties.</p>
<p>In his new role as Chief Financial Officer, Mr.&nbsp;Schosser will be a key member of Northwest's executive leadership team, overseeing all financial management of Northwest Bank and a team across treasury, financial planning, accounting, reporting and tax, as well as facilities and enterprise project management. &nbsp;Reporting directly to the company's President and CEO Louis Torchio, Mr. Schosser will leverage his extensive knowledge and experience to help drive the bank's continuous transformation and strategic objectives.</p>
<p>Mr. Schosser brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, previously serving as Chief Financial Officer for Key Corporation Bank and Victory Capital Management (VCM), responsible for financial management, planning and forecasting for the bank and VCM and their primary segments, KeyBank Real Estate Capital, KeyBanc Capital Markets, Key Equipment Finance and Public Sector.&nbsp; Mr. Schosser also served as Executive Vice President and Line of Business Chief Financial Officer for Associated Bank Corp (ASBC) in Green Bay, WI, serving on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of Associated Bank, NA while providing financial support for Retail, Commercial and Corporate Banking, as well as Wealth Management.</p>
<p>Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of KeyCorp.&nbsp; In this role, he led a team of 200 employees and oversaw SEC Reporting, Accounting Policy and Research, Accounts Payable, Fixed Asset Accounting and Operational Balance and Control. &nbsp;During this time, he also led the bank's financial transformation to migrate finance and accounting platforms to cloud-based solutions while reimagining processes to increase efficiency and leveraging financial data to drive insights.</p>
<p>"Today, Northwest Bank is in the midst of a company-wide transformation, balancing steady growth through investments in digital and commercial with the strong foundation of strength and stability that's been built over the company's long history," said Mr. Schosser.&nbsp; "I look forward to collaborating with the team to help drive their vision forward to benefit our employees, customers and communities while delivering value for our shareholders."</p>
<p>Northwest Bank's leadership team is pleased to welcome Mr. Schosser's broad financial background and experience across key areas. "The addition of Mr. Schosser emphasizes our commitment to excellence in leadership, and we are excited to welcome him to the team," said Mr. Torchio.&nbsp; "His longstanding background and experience across key areas, particularly finance transformation, mergers and acquisitions and diversity, equity and inclusion, will strengthen our team.&nbsp; I look forward to working with him to achieve continued growth and success."</p>
<p>Mr. Schosser holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He and his wife, Robin, will relocate to Columbus, Ohio.</p>


Management

Northwest Bancshares, Inc. And Northwest Bank Name Douglas M. Schosser Chief Financial Officer, Effective March 18, 2024.

<p>By the close of today, February 16, 2024, <b>Westamerica Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WABC#NASDAQ">WABC</a>)</b> will issue a dividend payout of $0.44 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of 3.54%. This payout is exclusively for shareholders who held the stock before the ex-dividend date on February 02, 2024.</p>
<h3>Westamerica Bancorp Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<th><strong>Announced</strong></th>
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<td>2024-02-02</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>3.54%</td>
<td>2024-01-25</td>
<td>2024-02-05</td>
<td>2024-02-16</td>
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<td>2023-11-03</td>
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<td>3.84%</td>
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<td>2023-11-06</td>
<td>2023-11-17</td>
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<td>2023-08-04</td>
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<td>3.62%</td>
<td>2023-07-27</td>
<td>2023-08-07</td>
<td>2023-08-18</td>
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<td>2023-05-05</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>4.24%</td>
<td>2023-04-27</td>
<td>2023-05-08</td>
<td>2023-05-19</td>
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<td>2023-02-03</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>3.03%</td>
<td>2023-01-26</td>
<td>2023-02-06</td>
<td>2023-02-17</td>
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<td>2022-11-04</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
<td>2022-10-27</td>
<td>2022-11-07</td>
<td>2022-11-18</td>
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<td>2022-08-05</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>2.86%</td>
<td>2022-07-28</td>
<td>2022-08-08</td>
<td>2022-08-19</td>
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<td>2022-05-06</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>2.85%</td>
<td>2022-04-28</td>
<td>2022-05-09</td>
<td>2022-05-20</td>
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<td>2022-02-04</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>2.87%</td>
<td>2022-01-27</td>
<td>2022-02-07</td>
<td>2022-02-18</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-11-05</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>3.1%</td>
<td>2021-10-28</td>
<td>2021-11-08</td>
<td>2021-11-19</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-07-30</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>2.91%</td>
<td>2021-07-22</td>
<td>2021-08-02</td>
<td>2021-08-13</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-04-30</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>2.58%</td>
<td>2021-04-22</td>
<td>2021-05-03</td>
<td>2021-05-14</td>
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<p>In terms of dividend yield, Westamerica Bancorp finds itself in the middle ground among its industry peers, while <b>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>)</b> takes the lead with the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.64%.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Westamerica Bancorp Financial Health</h3>
<p>Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. </p>
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1708095934_0.png" alt="dividend chart graph" /></p>
<p>From 2020 to 2023, the company's dividend per share showed a positive trend, increasing steadily from $1.64 in 2020 to $1.72 in 2023. This demonstrates the company's commitment to rewarding shareholders by consistently raising dividends.</p>
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For Westamerica Bancorp</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1708095934_1.png" alt="earning chart graph" /></p>
<p>The earnings chart illustrates an increase in Westamerica Bancorp's earnings per share, from $2.97 in 2020 to $6.04 in 2023. This positive earnings growth provides income-seeking investors with optimism, as it suggests potential for higher cash dividend payouts in the future.</p>
<h3>Recap</h3>
<p>This article takes an in-depth look at Westamerica Bancorp's recent dividend payout and its implications for shareholders. The company is currently distributing a dividend of $0.44 per share today, translating to an annualized dividend yield of 3.54%.</p>
<p>In terms of dividend yield, Westamerica Bancorp finds itself in the middle ground among its industry peers, while Northwest Bancshares takes the lead with the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.64%.</p>
<p>With an increase in dividend per share and earnings per share from 2020 to 2023, Westamerica Bancorp demonstrates a healthy financial status and is likely to maintain their dividend distribution to investors.</p>
<p>To stay well-informed about potential changes in financials or dividend disbursements, investors should closely observe the company's performance in the upcoming quarters.</p>
<p>\To stay up-to-date with the companies that are announcing their dividends, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/dividends">click here</a> to visit our Dividends Calendar.  </p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


WABC

Surpassing Expectations: Westamerica Bancorp Unleashes Growth Potential and Rewards Investors

<p>Investors eagerly anticipate the dividend payout from <b>Pathward Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASH#NASDAQ">CASH</a>)</b> on February 07, 2024. With a payout of $0.05 per share and an annualized dividend yield of 0.40%, this reward is exclusively for shareholders who held the stock before the ex-dividend date on December 11, 2023</p>
<h3>Pathward Financial Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<th><strong>Announced</strong></th>
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<td>2023-12-11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>2023-11-16</td>
<td>2023-12-12</td>
<td>2024-01-02</td>
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<td>2023-09-11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.42%</td>
<td>2023-08-25</td>
<td>2023-09-12</td>
<td>2023-10-02</td>
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<td>2023-06-07</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.46%</td>
<td>2023-05-11</td>
<td>2023-06-08</td>
<td>2023-07-03</td>
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<td>2023-03-10</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>2023-03-02</td>
<td>2023-03-13</td>
<td>2023-04-03</td>
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<tr>
<td>2022-12-07</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.46%</td>
<td>2022-11-17</td>
<td>2022-12-08</td>
<td>2023-01-02</td>
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<td>2022-09-07</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.58%</td>
<td>2022-08-25</td>
<td>2022-09-08</td>
<td>2022-10-03</td>
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<td>2022-06-08</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
<td>2022-05-18</td>
<td>2022-06-09</td>
<td>2022-07-01</td>
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<td>2022-03-09</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.37%</td>
<td>2022-02-24</td>
<td>2022-03-10</td>
<td>2022-04-01</td>
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<td>2021-12-08</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.32%</td>
<td>2021-11-18</td>
<td>2021-12-09</td>
<td>2022-01-03</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-09-08</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>2021-08-26</td>
<td>2021-09-09</td>
<td>2021-10-01</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-06-09</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
<td>2021-05-17</td>
<td>2021-06-10</td>
<td>2021-07-01</td>
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<td>2021-03-09</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>0.45%</td>
<td>2021-02-25</td>
<td>2021-03-10</td>
<td>2021-04-01</td>
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<p>When it comes to dividend yield, Pathward Financial falls behind its industry peers, with <b>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>)</b> boasting a higher annualized dividend yield of 6.82%.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Pathward Financial Financial Health</h3>
<p>Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. </p>
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1707318318_0.png" alt="dividend chart graph" /></p>
<p>As you can see, from 2020 to 2023, investors observed a stable dividend per share of $0.20 throughout this period. This indicates a consistent dividend policy maintained by the company, providing stability to shareholders. Investors can rely on the company's consistent dividend payout to generate a steady income stream.</p>
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For Pathward Financial</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1707318318_1.png" alt="earning chart graph" /></p>
<p>Investors can observe a growth in earnings for Pathward Financial from 2020 to 2023, as earnings per share increased from $2.41 to $6.11. This upward trajectory in earnings indicates potential for future cash dividend payout increases, which can be advantageous for income-seeking investors.</p>
<h3>Recap</h3>
<p>This article delves into the recent dividend payout of Pathward Financial and its implications for shareholders. Presently, the company is distributing a dividend of $0.05 per share, leading to an annualized dividend yield of 0.40%.</p>
<p>When it comes to dividend yield, Pathward Financial falls behind its industry peers, with Northwest Bancshares boasting a higher annualized dividend yield of 6.82%.</p>
<p>Despite maintaining an unchanged dividend per share from 2020 to 2023, the steady increase in earnings per share for Pathward Financial suggests a strong financial standing and positions the company to continue distributing their profits back to their investors.</p>
<p>Keeping a vigilant eye on the company's performance in the coming quarters will allow investors to stay current with any variations in financials or dividend disbursements.</p>
<p>[Click here](<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock//dividends" title="https://www.benzinga.com/stock//dividends">https://www.benzinga.com/stock//dividends</a>) to find details on Pathward Financial's previous dividends.</p>
<p>To keep track of which companies are distributing dividends, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/dividends">click here</a> to visit our Dividends Calendar.  </p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Pathward Financial Nurtures Growth and Provides Investors with Value.

<p>By the close of today, February 05, 2024, <b>Lakeland Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LKFN#NASDAQ">LKFN</a>)</b> will issue a dividend payout of $0.48 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of 3.02%. This payout is exclusively for shareholders who held the stock before the ex-dividend date on January 24, 2024.</p>
<h3>Lakeland Financial Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<td>2024-01-24</td>
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<td>$0.48</td>
<td>3.02%</td>
<td>2024-01-09</td>
<td>2024-01-25</td>
<td>2024-02-05</td>
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<td>2023-10-24</td>
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<td>$0.46</td>
<td>3.85%</td>
<td>2023-10-10</td>
<td>2023-10-25</td>
<td>2023-11-06</td>
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<td>2023-07-24</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>3.85%</td>
<td>2023-07-11</td>
<td>2023-07-25</td>
<td>2023-08-07</td>
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<td>2023-04-24</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>3.06%</td>
<td>2023-04-11</td>
<td>2023-04-25</td>
<td>2023-05-05</td>
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<td>2023-01-24</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>2.56%</td>
<td>2023-01-10</td>
<td>2023-01-25</td>
<td>2023-02-06</td>
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<td>2022-10-24</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>2.17%</td>
<td>2022-10-11</td>
<td>2022-10-25</td>
<td>2022-11-07</td>
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<td>2022-07-22</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>2.34%</td>
<td>2022-07-12</td>
<td>2022-07-25</td>
<td>2022-08-05</td>
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<td>2022-04-22</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>2.18%</td>
<td>2022-04-12</td>
<td>2022-04-25</td>
<td>2022-05-05</td>
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<tr>
<td>2022-01-24</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>1.92%</td>
<td>2022-01-11</td>
<td>2022-01-25</td>
<td>2022-02-07</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-10-22</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>1.85%</td>
<td>2021-10-12</td>
<td>2021-10-25</td>
<td>2021-11-05</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-07-22</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>2.23%</td>
<td>2021-07-13</td>
<td>2021-07-25</td>
<td>2021-08-05</td>
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<tr>
<td>2021-04-22</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>1.96%</td>
<td>2021-04-13</td>
<td>2021-04-25</td>
<td>2021-05-05</td>
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<p>When comparing Lakeland Financial's dividend yield against its industry peers, the company sits comfortably in the middle, with its peer <b>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>)</b> having the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.65%.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Lakeland Financial Financial Health</h3>
<p>Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. </p>
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1707145521_0.png" alt="dividend chart graph" /></p>
<p>The company demonstrated a positive dividend growth pattern from 2020 to 2023, with the dividend per share rising from $1.20 to $1.84. This signifies the company's commitment to consistently increasing shareholder dividends.</p>
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For Lakeland Financial</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1707145521_1.png" alt="earning chart graph" /></p>
<p>Investors can observe a growth in earnings for Lakeland Financial from 2020 to 2023, as earnings per share increased from $3.19 to $3.50. This upward trajectory in earnings indicates potential for future cash dividend payout increases, which can be advantageous for income-seeking investors.</p>
<h3>Recap</h3>
<p>In this article, we explore the recent dividend payout of Lakeland Financial and its significance for shareholders. The company has decided to distribute a dividend of $0.48 per share today, which equates to an annualized dividend yield of 3.02%.</p>
<p>When comparing Lakeland Financial's dividend yield against its industry peers, the company sits comfortably in the middle, with its peer Northwest Bancshares having the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.65%.</p>
<p>With an increase in dividend per share and earnings per share from 2020 to 2023, Lakeland Financial demonstrates a healthy financial status and is likely to maintain their dividend distribution to investors.</p>
<p>Investors should closely follow the company's performance in the coming quarters to stay up-to-date on any shifts in financials or dividend disbursements.</p>
<p>[Monitor live stock price updates for Lakeland Financial on Benzinga.](https://www.benzinga.com/quote/<b>Lakeland Financial (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/lkfn#NASDAQ">LKFN</a>)</b>)</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Surpassing Expectations: Lakeland Financial Unleashes Growth Potential and Rewards Investors

<p>By the close of today, January 25, 2024, <b>First Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBNC#NASDAQ">FBNC</a>)</b> will issue a dividend payout of $0.22 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of 2.35%. This payout is exclusively for shareholders who held the stock before the ex-dividend date on December 28, 2023.</p>
<h3>First Bancorp Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Payments per year</strong></th>
<th><strong>Dividend</strong></th>
<th><strong>Yield</strong></th>
<th><strong>Announced</strong></th>
<th><strong>Record</strong></th>
<th><strong>Payable</strong></th>
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<td>2023-12-28</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.35%</td>
<td>2023-12-15</td>
<td>2023-12-31</td>
<td>2024-01-25</td>
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<td>2023-09-28</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>2023-09-15</td>
<td>2023-09-30</td>
<td>2023-10-25</td>
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<td>2023-06-29</td>
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<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.65%</td>
<td>2023-06-15</td>
<td>2023-06-30</td>
<td>2023-07-25</td>
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<td>2023-03-30</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.4%</td>
<td>2023-03-15</td>
<td>2023-03-31</td>
<td>2023-04-25</td>
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<td>2022-12-29</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.04%</td>
<td>2022-12-15</td>
<td>2022-12-31</td>
<td>2023-01-25</td>
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<td>2022-09-29</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.38%</td>
<td>2022-09-15</td>
<td>2022-09-30</td>
<td>2022-10-25</td>
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<td>2022-06-29</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
<td>2022-06-15</td>
<td>2022-06-30</td>
<td>2022-07-25</td>
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<td>2022-03-30</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>2.02%</td>
<td>2022-02-07</td>
<td>2022-03-31</td>
<td>2022-04-25</td>
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<td>2021-12-30</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>1.78%</td>
<td>2021-12-15</td>
<td>2021-12-31</td>
<td>2022-01-25</td>
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<td>2021-09-29</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>2.06%</td>
<td>2021-09-15</td>
<td>2021-09-30</td>
<td>2021-10-25</td>
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<td>2021-06-29</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>1.92%</td>
<td>2021-06-15</td>
<td>2021-06-30</td>
<td>2021-07-25</td>
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<td>2021-03-30</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>1.66%</td>
<td>2021-03-15</td>
<td>2021-03-31</td>
<td>2021-04-25</td>
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<p>First Bancorp's dividend yield falls in the middle range when compared to its industry peers, with <b>Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWBI#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>)</b> having the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.25%.</p>
<h3>Analyzing First Bancorp Financial Health</h3>
<p>Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. </p>
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1706195128_0.png" alt="dividend chart graph" /></p>
<p>The company demonstrated a positive dividend growth pattern from 2020 to 2023, with the dividend per share rising from $0.72 to $0.88. This signifies the company's commitment to consistently increasing shareholder dividends.</p>
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For First Bancorp</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1706195128_1.png" alt="earning chart graph" /></p>
<p>From 2020 to 2023, First Bancorp has demonstrated an upward trend in earnings, with earnings per share rising from $2.70 to $2.89. This positive earnings growth bodes well for investors looking to generate income through cash dividend payouts.</p>
<h3>Recap</h3>
<p>In this article, we explore the recent dividend payout of First Bancorp and its significance for shareholders. The company has decided to distribute a dividend of $0.22 per share today, which equates to an annualized dividend yield of 2.35%.</p>
<p>First Bancorp's dividend yield falls in the middle range when compared to its industry peers, with Northwest Bancshares having the highest annualized dividend yield at 6.25%.</p>
<p>The increase in both dividend per share and earnings per share from 2020 to 2023 for First Bancorp indicates a positive financial trend, suggesting their capacity to continue distributing profits to shareholders.</p>
<p>Investors should closely follow the company's performance in the coming quarters to stay up-to-date on any shifts in financials or dividend disbursements.</p>
<p>[See current stock movements First Bancorp on Benzinga.](https://www.benzinga.com/quote/<b>First Bancorp (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fbnc#NASDAQ">FBNC</a>)</b>)</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Overcoming Challenges and Adapting: First Bancorp Navigates to Reward InvestorsDriving Profitability and Investor Rewards: First Bancorp Delivers Strong Performance and Growing Profits

<p>Although U.S. stocks closed mixed on Wednesday, there were a few notable insider trades.</p>
<p>When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#39;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.</p>
<p>Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/"><em> Benzinga&#39;s insider transactions </em></a> platform.</p>
<h3><strong>Northwest Bancshares </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong> Northwest Bancshares, Inc. </strong> (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nwbi#NASDAQ">NWBI</a>) EVP, Chief Information Officer Scott J Watson <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NWBI/analyst-ratings"><em> acquired a total of 5,000 shares </em></a> an average price of $12.90. To acquire these shares, it cost around $64,512.</li>
<li><strong>What&rsquo;s Happening:</strong> Northwest Bancshares posted downbeat quarterly earnings.</li>
<li><strong>What Northwest Bancshares Does:</strong> Northwest Bancshares Inc is a stockholding company for Northwest Bank. Northwest Bank is a stock savings bank and a community-oriented financial institution offering personal and banking business solutions, investment management, trust services and insurance products.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Compass Minerals International </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong> Compass Minerals International, Inc. </strong> (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cmp#NYSE">CMP</a>) Director Joseph Reece acquired a total of 5,000 shares at an average price of $21.24. To acquire these shares, it cost around $106,200.</li>
<li><strong>What&rsquo;s Happening:</strong> Compass Minerals named Edward Dowling as President and CEO, succeeding Kevin Crutchfield.</li>
<li><strong>What Compass Minerals International Does:</strong> Compass Minerals currently produces two primary products: salt and specialty potash fertilizer. The company&#39;s main assets include rock salt mines in Ontario, Louisiana, and the United Kingdom and a salt brine operation at the Great Salt Lake in Utah that produces sulfate of potash and magnesium chloride.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Don&rsquo;t forget to check out our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket/"> premarket coverage here </a> </em></p>
<h3><strong>authID </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>The Trade:</strong> <strong> authID Inc. </strong> (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/auid#NASDAQ">AUID</a>) 10% owner Stephen Jeffrey Garchik <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/"><em> bought a total of 3,311 shares </em></a> at an average price of $8.89. To acquire these shares, it cost around $29,435.</li>
<li><strong>What&rsquo;s Happening:</strong> authID signed new customer contracts with gross Booked Annual Recurring Revenue or preliminarily valued at $1.7 million in the fourth quarter.</li>
<li><strong>What authID Does:</strong> AuthID Inc is a provider of an Identity as a Service (IDaaS) platform that delivers a suite of secure, mobile, biometric identity solutions.</li>
</ul>
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