Columbia Banking Raises Common Share Dividend
Slice of Finance Team
11/17/2025
Key highlights
- 3% increase in common share dividend to $0.37
- Dividend payable December 15, 2025
- Strategic focus on capital return and growth
- $700 million share repurchase program announced
- Commitment to long-term shareholder value
Source: PR Newswire
Notable Quote
“ We are pleased to announce an increase to our regular dividend, providing another form of capital return to our shareholders. ”
Clint Stein, President and CEO at Columbia Banking System
Why this matters
This announcement underscores Columbia Banking's commitment to enhancing shareholder value through increased dividends and share repurchase initiatives, reflecting its strong financial position and strategic focus on profitability. This development is particularly significant for the finance sector.
