Simmons First National Corporation has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.215 per share, marking a 1% increase from the prior year's distribution. The dividend is payable on April 1, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 18, 2026. This announcement reflects the bank holding company's continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders while maintaining operational strength.
The increase represents the company's 15th consecutive year of dividend growth, positioning Simmons First as a Dividend Contender in equity markets. The 2026 annualized dividend rate reaches $0.86 per share based on the current quarterly payment. This milestone underscores the company's consistent performance through economic cycles and its prioritization of shareholder returns alongside core banking operations.
With 117 consecutive years of uninterrupted dividend payments, Simmons First has demonstrated longevity in its capital allocation strategy. The modest 1% increase aligns with the company's measured approach to dividend growth, balancing investor distributions with retained earnings for potential business investment and regulatory capital requirements.