United Bancorp Declares Increased Regular Dividend and Significant Special Dividend

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United Bancorp announced an increased regular quarterly dividend and a significant one-time special dividend, reflecting strong financial performance and capital position.

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• Increased Regular Dividend

  The company declared a first-quarter cash dividend of $0.1925 per common share, marking a 5.5% increase over the prior year's first-quarter dividend.

• Special Cash Dividend Approved

  A one-time special dividend of $0.1750 per common share was also approved, payable alongside the regular dividend on March 20, 2026, to shareholders of record on March 10, 2026.

• Strong Financial Position Indicated

  The special dividend was attributed to the company's continued solid earnings, ample liquidity, and strong capital position at year-end 2025.

• Significant Shareholder Return

  The combined dividends for the quarter represent a substantial return to shareholders, with a projected total of $0.9450 in cash dividends for the current year (including the special dividend).

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United Bancorp's Board of Directors has approved an increase in its regular quarterly cash dividend by 5.5% and, notably, a one-time special cash dividend. This combined payout, representing a substantial return to shareholders, signals the company's robust financial health, strong earnings, and ample liquidity as of year-end 2025. This positive development follows the recent report of increased earnings for Q4 and full-year 2025, reinforcing a strong financial outlook for the regional bank.