WesBanco Declares Quarterly Cash Common and Preferred Stock Dividends

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WesBanco (NASDAQ: WSBC) declared a quarterly cash common dividend of $0.38 per share, payable April 1, 2026, to shareholders of record March 6, 2026, representing an annualized rate of $1.52 per common share. The board also declared a quarterly dividend on its 7.375% Series B preferred stock equal to $0.4609 per depositary share (or $18.4375 per preferred share) for the period Jan 1, 2026 through Mar 31, 2026, payable April 1, 2026 to holders of record March 6, 2026.

WesBanco reported $27.7 billion in total assets, $7.9 billion in trust and investment assets under management, and $2.5 billion in broker/dealer securities account values as of Dec 31, 2025.

Positive

• Common dividend of $0.38 per share declared
• Annualized common dividend of $1.52 per share
• Series B preferred dividend of $0.4609 per depositary share
• Payment and record dates set: payable Apr 1, 2026; record Mar 6, 2026
• Balance-sheet scale with $27.7 billion in total assets

Negative

• Preferred dividend fixed at 7.375%, representing a higher-cost perpetual obligation
• Cash outflow timing due Apr 1, 2026 reduces near-term liquidity

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WHEELING, W.Va., Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WesBanco, Inc. (Nasdaq: WSBC), a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share to be paid to its holders of common stock. The dividend will be payable on April 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 6, 2026, and represents an annualized cash dividend rate of $1.52 per common share.

The Board of Directors also declared a quarterly cash dividend on the outstanding shares of its 7.375% Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series B (Nasdaq: WSBCO). The declared cash dividend on the Series B Preferred Stock is for the period from January 1, 2026, up to, but excluding April 1, 2026. The declared cash dividend equates to $0.4609 per depositary share, or $18.4375 per share of the Series B Preferred Stock outstanding. The cash dividend is payable on April 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 6, 2026.

About WesBanco, Inc.
With over 150 years as a community-focused, regional financial services partner, WesBanco Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBC) and its subsidiaries build lasting prosperity through relationships and solutions that empower our customers for success in their financial journeys. Customers across our nine-state footprint choose WesBanco for the comprehensive range and personalized delivery of our retail and commercial banking solutions, as well as trust, brokerage, wealth management and insurance services, all designed to advance their financial goals. Through the strength of our teams, we leverage large bank capabilities and local focus to help make every community we serve a better place for people and businesses to thrive. Headquartered in Wheeling, West Virginia, WesBanco has $27.7 billion in total assets, with our Trust and Investment Services holding $7.9 billion of assets under management and securities account values (including annuities) of $2.5 billion through our broker/dealer, as of December 31, 2025. Learn more at www.wesbanco.com and follow @WesBanco on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

 

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FAQ

What quarterly dividend did WesBanco (WSBC) declare on February 18, 2026?

The board declared a $0.38 per share quarterly common dividend. According to the company, this equates to an annualized $1.52 per common share and is payable April 1, 2026 to holders of record March 6, 2026.

When is the WesBanco (WSBC) common dividend payable and what is the record date?

The common dividend is payable on April 1, 2026 with a record date of March 6, 2026. According to the company, shareholders of record on March 6 will receive payment on April 1, 2026.

How much is the Series B preferred dividend for WesBanco (WSBCO) for Q1 2026?

The Series B preferred dividend is $0.4609 per depositary share for Jan 1 through Mar 31, 2026. According to the company, that equals $18.4375 per preferred share, payable April 1, 2026 to record holders on March 6, 2026.

What do WesBanco's declared dividends imply for WSBC shareholders in 2026?

Shareholders receive regular income via a $0.38 quarterly common dividend, annualized to $1.52. According to the company, the declaration signals continued cash returns while maintaining scheduled preferred dividends for income holders.

What balance-sheet figures did WesBanco (WSBC) report alongside the dividend announcement?

WesBanco reported $27.7 billion in total assets, $7.9 billion in trust and investment AUM, and $2.5 billion in broker/dealer securities values as of Dec 31, 2025, according to the company.