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$0.18 payout: Civista Bancshares (NASDAQ: CIVB) maintains quarterly dividend

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Civista Bancshares, Inc. has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per common share, the same level as the prior quarter. The dividend will be paid on May 19, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 5, 2026.

The company expects this distribution to total approximately $3.7 million. Based on Civista’s closing stock price of $22.79 on March 31, 2026, the quarterly dividend equates to an annualized yield of 3.03%. Civista is a $4.3 billion financial holding company operating 44 banking locations across Ohio, Southeastern Indiana and Northern Kentucky.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
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Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Quarterly dividend per share $0.18 per common share Approved and declared by the Board of Directors
Total dividend payout $3.7 million (approx.) Aggregate amount of the declared quarterly dividend
Annualized dividend yield 3.03% Based on $22.79 closing stock price on March 31, 2026
Reference stock price $22.79 per share Civista closing price on March 31, 2026 used to compute yield
Company asset size $4.3 billion Total assets for Civista Bancshares, Inc.
Branch locations 44 locations Civista Bank branches across Ohio, Southeastern Indiana and Northern Kentucky
Dividend record date May 5, 2026 Shareholders of record on this date qualify for the dividend
Dividend payment date May 19, 2026 Scheduled cash payment date for the quarterly dividend
quarterly dividend financial
"has approved and declared a quarterly dividend of 18 cents per common share"
A quarterly dividend is a payment a company gives to its shareholders four times a year, usually as a share of its profits. It's like getting a small bonus every few months for owning the company's stock, which can provide a steady income. Investors watch these payments to see how well a company is doing and whether it’s a good investment.
shareholders of record financial
"to shareholders of record as of May 5, 2026, payable on May 19, 2026"
Shareholders of record are the people officially listed as owners of a company's stock on a specific date. This matters because only these shareholders are entitled to receive dividends or vote at company meetings. It's like being on the official guest list for a party—you get to enjoy the perks and have a say.
annualized yield financial
"the quarterly dividend produces an annualized yield of 3.03%"
Annualized yield is the return on an investment expressed as if the current short-term return continued for a full year, converting a partial-period gain into a yearly rate — like turning a short-trip speed into miles per hour. It matters to investors because it makes returns from different timeframes comparable, helping assess income potential and decide between options such as bonds, savings products, or dividend-paying stocks.
financial holding company financial
"Civista Bancshares, Inc., is a $4.3 billion financial holding company headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio"
A financial holding company is a parent firm that owns and oversees banks and other financial businesses, such as lending, insurance, or investment services. It matters to investors because it bundles several money-making activities under one roof—like a parent managing several children—so returns, risks, and regulatory rules for banking apply to the whole group; trouble in one unit can affect the company’s profits, capital needs, and dividends.
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Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 regulatory
"claims the protections of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 21, 2026

 

 

Civista Bancshares, Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

 

 

Ohio

001-36192

34-1558688

(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

 

 

 

 

 

100 East Water Street

 

Sandusky, Ohio

 

44870

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

 

(Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (419) 625 - 4121

 

 

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:


Title of each class

 

Trading
Symbol(s)

 


Name of each exchange on which registered

Common shares, no par value

 

CIVB

 

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 


 

Item 8.01.  Other Events.

The Board of Directors of Civista Bancshares, Inc., Sandusky, Ohio has approved and declared a quarterly dividend of 18 cents per common share, consistent with the prior quarter, to shareholders of records of May 5, 2026, payable on May 19, 2026. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

 

Civista Bancshares, Inc., is a $4.3 billion financial holding company headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio. Its primary subsidiary, Civista Bank, was founded in 1884 and provides full-service banking, commercial lending, mortgage, and wealth management services. Today, Civista Bank operates 44 locations across Ohio, Southeastern Indiana and Northern Kentucky. Civista Leasing & Finance, a division of Civista Bank, offers commercial equipment leasing services for businesses nationwide. Civista Bancshares’ common shares are traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol “CIVB”. Learn more at www.civb.com.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d)  Exhibit 99.01 Civista Banchares, Inc announces second quarter common dividend

Exhibit 104  Cover Page Interactive File-the cover page interactive data file does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document.


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

 

 

Civista Bancshares, Inc.

 

 

 

 

Date:

April 21, 2026

By:

/s/ Ian Whinnem

 

 

 

Ian Whinnem,
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

 


Exhibit 99.1

Civista Bancshares, Inc. ANNOUNCES SECOND Quarter Common Dividend

Sandusky, Ohio, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/– Civista Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:CIVB) (“Civista”) announces that the Board of Directors has approved and declared a quarterly dividend of 18 cents per common share, consistent with the prior quarter, to shareholders of record as of May 5, 2026, payable on May 19, 2026.

This dividend represents a payout of approximately $3.7 million. Based on the Civista’s closing stock price of $22.79 on March 31, 2026, the quarterly dividend produces an annualized yield of 3.03%.

About Civista Bancshares, Inc.:

Civista Bancshares, Inc., is a $4.3 billion financial holding company headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio. Its primary subsidiary, Civista Bank, was founded in 1884 and provides full-service banking, commercial lending, mortgage, and wealth management services. Today, Civista Bank operates 44 locations across Ohio, Southeastern Indiana and Northern Kentucky. Civista Leasing & Finance, a division of Civista Bank, offers commercial equipment leasing services for businesses nationwide. Civista Bancshares’ common shares are traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol “CIVB”. Learn more at www.civb.com.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements regarding the financial performance, business prospects, growth and operating strategies of Civista. For these statements, Civista claims the protections of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements in this press release should be considered in conjunction with the other information available about Civista, including the information in the filings we make with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CONTACTS: Ian Whinnem SVP, Chief Financial Officer, at iwhinnem@civista.bank or (419) 627-4651.

Source: Civista Bancshares, Inc.

 


FAQ

What dividend did Civista Bancshares (CIVB) declare in this 8-K?

Civista Bancshares declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per common share. The payout totals approximately $3.7 million and continues the same dividend rate as the prior quarter, signaling a maintained distribution level for common shareholders.

What are the record date and payment date for Civista Bancshares’ $0.18 dividend?

Shareholders of Civista Bancshares on record as of May 5, 2026 will receive the $0.18 dividend. The company plans to pay this quarterly dividend on May 19, 2026, providing a clear timetable for when eligible investors receive cash distributions.

What annualized dividend yield does Civista Bancshares’ $0.18 quarterly dividend represent?

Based on Civista Bancshares’ March 31, 2026 closing stock price of $22.79, the $0.18 quarterly dividend equals an annualized yield of 3.03%. This yield reflects four quarterly payments at the current rate relative to that specific share price snapshot.

How large is Civista Bancshares (CIVB) and where does it operate?

Civista Bancshares is a $4.3 billion financial holding company headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio. Its primary subsidiary, Civista Bank, operates 44 locations across Ohio, Southeastern Indiana, and Northern Kentucky, offering full-service banking, lending, mortgage, wealth management, and equipment leasing services.

Is Civista Bancshares’ $0.18 dividend consistent with its prior quarter payout?

Yes. The Board stated that the $0.18 per share quarterly dividend is consistent with the prior quarter’s dividend level. Maintaining the same payout suggests continued support for the existing dividend rate without an increase or reduction this quarter.

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