Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ: COLB) sets $0.37 quarterly dividend
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Columbia Banking System, Inc., parent of Columbia Bank, announced that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.37 per common share. The dividend will be paid on March 16, 2026, to shareholders who are on record as of February 27, 2026. This continues the company’s practice of returning cash to common shareholders through regular dividends.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 8.01, 9.01
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Item 8.01
Other Events
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Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
UNITED STATES
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
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Date of Report: February 13, 2026
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Item 8.01 Other Events.
On February 13, 2026, Columbia Banking System, Inc., parent company of Columbia Bank, announced its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend in the amount of $0.37 per common share. The dividend is payable March 16, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 27, 2026. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
| Item 9.01 | Financial Statements and Exhibits | ||||
| (d) | Exhibits. | ||||
99.1 Press Release Announcing Quarterly Cash Dividend | |||||
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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.
COLUMBIA BANKING SYSTEM, INC. (Registrant) | |||||
| Dated: February 13, 2026 | By: /s/ Kumi Yamamoto Baruffi | ||||
Kumi Yamamoto Baruffi | |||||
Executive Vice President, General Counsel | |||||
Columbia Banking System Announces $0.37 Per Common Share Dividend
TACOMA, Wash., February 13, 2026 – Columbia Banking System, Inc. (“Columbia” Nasdaq: COLB), parent company of Columbia Bank, today announced its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend in the amount of $0.37 per common share, payable March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record as of February 27, 2026.
About Columbia
Columbia Banking System, Inc. (Nasdaq: COLB) is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington and is the parent company of Columbia Bank, an award-winning western U.S. regional bank. Columbia Bank is the largest bank headquartered in the Northwest and one of the largest banks headquartered in the West with offices in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. Columbia Bank combines the resources, sophistication, and expertise of a national bank with a commitment to deliver superior, personalized service. The bank supports consumers and businesses through a full suite of services, including retail and commercial banking, Small Business Administration lending, institutional and corporate banking, and equipment leasing. Columbia Bank customers also have access to comprehensive investment and wealth management expertise as well as healthcare and private banking through Columbia Wealth Management. Learn more at www.columbiabankingsystem.com.
Investor Relations Contact:
Jacquelynne “Jacque” Bohlen
ir@columbiabank.com
(503) 727-4100
Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements
This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which can be identified by words such as "may," "expected," "anticipate," "continue," or other comparable words. In addition, all statements other than statements of historical facts that address activities that Columbia expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Readers are encouraged to read the SEC reports of Columbia, particularly its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2024 and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2025, June 30, 2025, and September 30, 2025 for meaningful cautionary language discussing why actual results may vary materially from those anticipated by management.
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FAQ
What dividend did Columbia Banking System (COLB) declare in this 8-K?
Columbia Banking System declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.37 per common share. This payment reflects ongoing cash returns to shareholders through regular dividends approved by the Board of Directors.
When will Columbia Banking System (COLB) pay the $0.37 dividend?
The $0.37 per share dividend will be paid on March 16, 2026. Shareholders who are properly registered by the record date will receive the cash dividend on that payment date.
What is the record date for Columbia Banking System’s $0.37 dividend?
The record date for Columbia Banking System’s $0.37 per share quarterly dividend is February 27, 2026. Investors must be shareholders of record on that date to be eligible to receive the March 16, 2026 payment.
What type of event is disclosed in this Columbia Banking System (COLB) Form 8-K?
The Form 8-K discloses an “Other Event” related to Columbia’s Board approving a quarterly cash dividend of $0.37 per common share, with specified record and payment dates for eligible shareholders.
Which subsidiary is associated with Columbia Banking System’s dividend announcement?
The dividend announcement is by Columbia Banking System, Inc., the parent company of Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank is a western U.S. regional bank with offices across several states, including Washington, Oregon, California, and others.
Where can investors find more details on Columbia Banking System’s dividend announcement?
More details are provided in a press release referenced as Exhibit 99.1. The press release is incorporated by reference and describes the $0.37 per share quarterly dividend, record date, and payment date.