Dime Expands Williamsburg Presence with Acquisition of Former Signature Bank Space
Rhea-AI Summary
Dime (NASDAQ:DCBG) signed a lease to expand its Williamsburg, Brooklyn presence at 185 Broadway, in a former Signature Bank space owned by the Forman Family, owners of Peter Luger Steak House.
The new private and personalized banking location is expected to open in the fourth quarter.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20 | Community support | Positive | +2.8% | Announced support for CAST’s North Fork Culinary Program on Long Island. |
| May 14 | Community support | Positive | +1.3% | Reaffirmed support for the Committee for Hispanic Children and Families. |
| May 04 | Business expansion | Positive | -1.5% | Launched Equipment & Franchise Finance Group targeting middle market lending. |
| Apr 28 | Sponsorship | Neutral | +0.2% | Continued lead sponsorship of the Dime McCarren 5K fundraiser in Brooklyn. |
| Apr 23 | Preferred dividend | Positive | -5.5% | Declared quarterly cash dividend on 5.50% Series A preferred stock. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent community/CSR announcements have often coincided with modest positive moves, while a product launch and a preferred dividend saw negative reactions, indicating mixed follow-through on ostensibly positive news.
Over the last few months, Dime has highlighted community support initiatives, sponsorships, and strategic business developments. Support for CAST on May 20, 2026 and CHCF on May 14, 2026 each preceded small gains. The launch of an Equipment & Franchise Finance Group on May 4, 2026 and a preferred dividend declaration on April 23, 2026 were followed by declines. Today’s Williamsburg expansion fits into this broader narrative of localized growth and relationship-focused positioning.
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HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., May 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dime today announced the expansion of its Williamsburg footprint with the signing of a lease for a prominent banking space formerly occupied by Signature Bank. The space is owned by the Forman Family, who are also the owners of Peter Luger Steak House – one of New York City’s most iconic institutions and a valued client of Dime.
The expansion underscores Dime’s continued investment in Brooklyn and its long-term commitment to serving local businesses, residents, and community organizations throughout Williamsburg and the surrounding neighborhoods. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, the new space at 185 Broadway will enhance Dime's ability to provide personalized and private banking services to its clients. The expansion also reflects Dime’s strategic growth initiatives following significant shifts in the New York banking landscape over the past several years.
“Dime, which was founded in Williamsburg in 1864, has always been a key part of the fabric of this vibrant neighborhood. It gives us great satisfaction to expand our presence in Williamsburg,” said Stuart H. Lubow, President and CEO. “This new location represents more than just growth for Dime — it reflects our ongoing commitment to relationship banking and our dedication to supporting the businesses and families that drive Brooklyn forward.”
The new location is expected to open in the fourth quarter, with additional details regarding timing and services to be announced in the coming months.
ABOUT DIME
Dime is a New York State-charted trust company with approximately
Investor Relations Contact:
Avinash Reddy
Senior Executive Vice President – Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 718-782-6200; Ext. 5909
Email: avinash.reddy@dime.com
¹ Aggregate deposit market share for Kings, Queens, Nassau & Suffolk counties for commercial banks with less than
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