Covenant Logistics (NYSE: CVLG) declares $0.07 quarterly cash dividend

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Covenant Logistics Group, Inc. announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share on its Class A and Class B common stock. This dividend follows a previously approved quarterly cash dividend program.

The dividend will be paid to stockholders of record on March 6, 2026, with payment expected on March 27, 2026. The company emphasizes that any future dividends will depend on board approval, cash flow, legal and financing constraints, tax laws, financial performance, and other risks described in its SEC filings.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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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):

 February 5, 2026

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COVENANT LOGISTICS GROUP, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada	001-42192	88-0320154
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer   Identification No.)

400 Birmingham Hwy, Chattanooga, TN	37419
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

(423) 821-1212

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

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

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
$0.01 Par Value Class A common stock	CVLG	The New York Stock Exchange

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).

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Item 8.01	Other Events.
	On February 5, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Covenant Logistics Group, Inc., a Nevada corporation (the “Company”), declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share of Class A and Class B common stock. The quarterly cash dividend is pursuant to a quarterly cash dividend program previously approved by the Board. The dividend is payable to stockholders of record on March 6, 2026, and is expected to be paid on March 27, 2026. A copy of the press release announcing the declaration of dividends is attached to this report as Exhibit 99.1.
Item 9.01	Financial Statements and Exhibits.
	(d)	Exhibits.
	EXHIBIT NUMBER	EXHIBIT DESCRIPTION
	99.1	Covenant Logistics Group, Inc. press release dated February 10, 2026, announcing the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend.
	104	Cover Page Interactive Data File.
	The information Items 8.01 and 9.01 of this report and the exhibit hereto maybe considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and such statements are subject to the safe harbor created by those sections and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical or current fact, are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements relating to our declaration of quarterly dividends. Forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs, assumptions, and expectations of management and current market conditions. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified, which could cause future events and actual results to differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. There can be no assurance that future dividends will be declared. The declaration of future dividends is subject to approval of our board of directors and various risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to: our cash flow and cash needs; compliance with applicable law; restrictions on the payment of dividends under existing or future financing arrangements; changes in tax laws relating to corporate dividends; deterioration in our financial condition or results; and those risks, uncertainties, and other factors identified from time-to-time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Please refer to the italicized paragraph at the end of the attached press release and various disclosures by the Company in its press releases, stockholder reports, and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission for information concerning risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may affect future results.

SIGNATURE

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.

	COVENANT LOGISTICS GROUP, INC.
	(Registrant)
Date: February 10, 2026	By:	/s/ James S. Grant
		James S. Grant
		Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1

COVENANT LOGISTICS GROUP ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND

CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE – February 10, 2026 - Covenant Logistics Group, Inc.  (NYSE: CVLG) (“Covenant” or the “Company”) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share of Class A and Class B common stock. The quarterly cash dividend is payable to stockholders of record on March 6, 2026, and is expected to be paid on March 27, 2026.

The quarterly cash dividend is pursuant to a cash dividend program previously approved by the Company’s board of directors. The actual declaration of future cash dividends, and the establishment of record and payment dates is subject to final determination by the board of directors each quarter.

About Covenant

Covenant Logistics Group, Inc., through its subsidiaries, offers a portfolio of transportation and logistics services to customers throughout the United States. Primary services include asset- based expedited and dedicated truckload capacity, as well as asset-light warehousing, transportation management, and freight brokerage capability. In addition, Transport Enterprise Leasing is an affiliated company providing revenue equipment sales and leasing services to the trucking industry. Covenant's Class A common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol, “CVLG.”

This press release contains certain statements that may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and such statements are subject to the safe harbor created by those sections and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical or current fact, are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements relating to our declaration of quarterly dividends. Forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs, assumptions, and expectations of management and current market conditions. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified, which could cause future events and actual results to differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. There can be no assurance that future dividends will be declared. The declaration of future dividends is subject to approval of our board of directors and various risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to: our cash flow and cash needs; compliance with applicable law; restrictions on the payment of dividends under existing or future financing arrangements; changes in tax laws relating to corporate dividends; deterioration in our financial condition or results, and those risks, uncertainties, and other factors identified from time-to-time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers should review and consider the factors that may affect future results and other disclosures in the Risk Factors sections of Covenant Logistics Group, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 and various disclosures in our press releases, stockholder reports, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein.

For further information contact:

Paul Bunn, President

PBunn@covenantlogistics.com

Tripp Grant, Chief Financial Officer

TGrant@covenantlogistics.com

For copies of Company information contact:

Brooke McKenzie, Executive Administrative Assistant

BMcKenzie@covenantlogistics.com

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FAQ

What dividend did Covenant Logistics Group (CVLG) declare in this 8-K?

Covenant Logistics Group declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share on its Class A and Class B common stock. This payout is under a previously approved dividend program and reflects the board’s current capital return approach.

When are the record date and payment date for CVLG’s $0.07 dividend?

The record date is March 6, 2026, meaning shareholders on that date are entitled to the dividend. The quarterly cash dividend is expected to be paid on March 27, 2026, according to the company’s announcement.

Is Covenant Logistics Group’s quarterly dividend guaranteed in the future?

Future dividends are not guaranteed. The company notes that any future declarations depend on board approval, cash flow, legal requirements, financing agreement restrictions, tax law changes, financial condition, and other risks outlined in its SEC filings.

Which Covenant Logistics stock classes receive the $0.07 dividend?

The quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share applies to both Class A and Class B common stock of Covenant Logistics Group. Holders of either class on the March 6, 2026 record date are eligible for the announced payment.

What risks affecting CVLG’s dividend policy does the company highlight?

Covenant cites risks including cash flow and cash needs, compliance with law, restrictions in existing or future financing arrangements, changes in tax laws on dividends, potential deterioration in results, and risk factors described in its Form 10-K and Form 10-Q.

Where can investors find more information on Covenant Logistics (CVLG) risks?

Investors are directed to the Risk Factors sections of Covenant Logistics Group’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, and additional SEC filings and press releases.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 7.2 KB

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