Hawthorn Bancshares Announces Cash Dividend

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Hawthorn Bancshares (NASDAQ: HWBK) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per common share, an increase of per share, or 5%, from the prior quarterly dividend. The dividend is payable on April 1, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 15, 2026.

Positive

• Quarterly dividend increased 5% to $0.21 per share
• Dividend payable on April 1, 2026; record date March 15, 2026

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• None.

News Market Reaction

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2 alerts

-0.06% News Effect

-$141K Valuation Impact

$234M Market Cap

0.6x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, HWBK declined 0.06%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 2 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $141K from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $234M at that time.

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: HWBK) announced today that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per common share, an increase of $0.01 per common share, or 5%, from the previous quarterly dividend. The dividend is payable on April 1, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 15, 2026.

About Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc.

Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc., a bank holding company headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri, is the parent company of Hawthorn Bank, which has served families and businesses for more than 160 years. Hawthorn Bank has multiple locations, including in the greater Kansas City metropolitan area, Jefferson City, Columbia, Springfield, and Clinton.

Contact:

Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc.
Brent M. Giles
Chief Executive Officer
TEL: 573.761.6100
www.HawthornBancshares.com

Statements made in this press release that suggest the Company's or management's intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations, or predictions of the future include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. It is important to note that actual results could differ materially from those projected in such forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in such forward-looking statements is contained from time to time in the Company's quarterly and annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this communication, and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements included herein, except as required by law.

FAQ

What dividend did Hawthorn Bancshares (HWBK) declare on January 28, 2026?

Hawthorn declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share. According to the company, this is an increase of $0.01 per share, or 5%, versus the previous quarterly dividend.

When is the Hawthorn Bancshares (HWBK) dividend payable and who is eligible?

The dividend is payable on April 1, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 15, 2026. According to the company, eligibility is determined by the record date and transfer agent records.

How much did Hawthorn Bancshares (HWBK) increase its dividend by on January 28, 2026?

The dividend was increased by $0.01 per share, a 5% rise from the prior quarterly payout. According to the company, the new quarterly rate is $0.21 per share.

What does the April 1, 2026 dividend payment mean for HWBK shareholders?

Shareholders of record on March 15, 2026 will receive the cash dividend on April 1, 2026. According to the company, the payment reflects a modest increase in the quarterly cash distribution to common shareholders.