Muncy Columbia Financial Declares Increased Dividend and Authorizes $13.1M Share Repurchase Program

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Muncy Columbia Financial announced a new $13.1 million share repurchase program and declared an increased quarterly cash dividend of $0.155 per share, adjusted for the upcoming stock split.

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• New Share Repurchase Program Authorized

  The Board of Directors authorized a new treasury stock repurchase program for up to 530,611 shares, representing approximately $13.1 million based on the post-split stock price. This program is effective May 15, 2026, and will continue for two years or until completed.

• Quarterly Cash Dividend Increased

  A regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.155 per share was declared. This represents a slight increase from the prior dividend of $0.46 per share, when adjusted for the upcoming 3-for-1 stock split (equivalent to $0.1533 post-split).

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The company announced a new share repurchase program authorizing the buyback of up to 530,611 shares, which represents approximately $13.1 million based on the post-split stock price. This program is substantial, equating to about 1.67% of the company's current market capitalization, signaling management's confidence in the company's valuation, especially as the stock trades near its 52-week high. Additionally, the company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.155 per share. This new dividend is a slight increase compared to the prior dividend of $0.46 per share, which adjusts to approximately $0.1533 per share after accounting for the upcoming 3-for-1 stock split. Both actions reflect a positive outlook and a commitment to shareholder returns following strong recent financial results.