Us Bancorp Stock Price, News & Analysis

U.S. Bank has partnered with Century Housing Corporation to introduce a sustainability-labeled commercial paper program aimed at funding affordable housing projects in California. This innovative program allows investors to contribute to securities financing energy-efficient housing, with an expected funding of up to $100 million. The financing initiative, rated A1+ by S&P and F1+ by Fitch, is the first of its kind launched by a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). Century Housing has financed over 50,000 homes while focusing on sustainable community development.

U.S. Bank employee Amanda Trevisano Smith, inspired by her family's tradition, has helped raise over $125,000 for St. Patrick Center since 2004 through a festive light display. U.S. Bank volunteers join the effort, embodying the spirit of giving during the holiday season. Annually, the bank offers 16 hours of paid volunteer time, and last year employees contributed 731 hours daily. Trevisano Smith emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community, reflecting U.S. Bank's core values.

U.S. Bank continues its partnership with VolunteerMatch for the sixth year to promote volunteerism on Giving Tuesday (November 29) and throughout the holiday season. The campaign, titled #GiveTime, encourages individuals to volunteer by highlighting six reasons why volunteering is beneficial. Key points include the availability of time during holidays, the spread of holiday cheer, leading by example, personal growth through volunteering, trying new activities, and fostering gratitude.

U.S. Bancorp has announced an increase in its prime lending rate from 7.00% to 7.50%, applicable at all U.S. Bank and Union Bank locations. This change takes effect on December 15, 2022. The bank, which employs approximately 70,000 people and holds about $601 billion in assets, offers a variety of services including Consumer and Business Banking, Payment Services, and Wealth Management. The increase in the prime rate may impact borrowing costs for consumers and businesses.

The Board of Directors of U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.48 per common share, payable on January 17, 2023, to stockholders of record as of December 30, 2022. This amounts to an annual dividend rate of $1.92 per common share. Additionally, the board authorized dividends on various series of preferred stock, with payments also scheduled for January 17, 2023. U.S. Bancorp possesses approximately $601 billion in assets as of September 30, 2022.