Donegal Group (NASDAQ: DGICA) declares quarterly dividends for Class A and B
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Donegal Group Inc. reported that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.1925 per share on its Class A common stock and $0.175 per share on its Class B common stock. The dividends are payable on August 14, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on July 31, 2026.
The company is an insurance holding company whose subsidiaries offer property and casualty insurance in 21 states, operating as the Donegal Insurance Group, which holds an A.M. Best rating of A (Excellent). Its Class A and Class B shares trade on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbols DGICA and DGICB.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 7.01, 9.01
2 items
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Quarterly dividend per Class A share: $0.1925 per share
Quarterly dividend per Class B share: $0.175 per share
Dividend payment date: August 14, 2026
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Quarterly dividend per Class A share
$0.1925 per share
Regular quarterly cash dividend declared July 16, 2026 for Class A common stock
Quarterly dividend per Class B share
$0.175 per share
Regular quarterly cash dividend declared July 16, 2026 for Class B common stock
Dividend payment date
August 14, 2026
Date on which the declared quarterly dividends are payable
Dividend record date
July 31, 2026
Stockholders of record at close of business on this date receive the dividend
Operating states
21 states
Number of Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern, Southern and Southwestern states where insurance is offered
A.M. Best rating
A (Excellent)
Financial strength rating of the Donegal Insurance Group from A.M. Best
Key Terms
Regulation FD Disclosure, quarterly cash dividend, stockholders of record, A.M. Best rating
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Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On July 16, 2026..."
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
quarterly cash dividend financial
"declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.1925 per share..."
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
stockholders of record financial
"payable on August 14, 2026 to stockholders of record as of..."
Stockholders of record are the people or entities whose names appear on a company's official shareholder list on a specific cutoff date set by the company or its transfer agent; only those listed are entitled to receive dividends, vote at shareholder meetings, or participate in other corporate actions. Think of it like a guest list for an event: being on the list on the set day determines who gets the benefits and rights, so investors must own shares before the cutoff to qualify.
A.M. Best rating financial
"The Donegal Insurance Group has an A.M. Best rating of A (Excellent)."
An A.M. Best rating is an independent score that tells how financially strong and reliable an insurance company appears to be, based on its ability to pay claims and meet obligations. Investors treat it like a safety grade—similar to a car inspection or school report card—because a higher rating suggests lower risk of insurer failure and greater stability for investments tied to that insurer's policies or securities.
FAQ
What quarterly dividend did Donegal Group Inc. (DGICA) declare on July 16, 2026?
Donegal Group Inc. declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.1925 per Class A share and $0.175 per Class B share. The board’s action continues cash returns to shareholders through separate rates for the company’s dual-class common stock structure.
When are the record date and payment date for DGICA’s July 2026 quarterly dividend?
The quarterly dividends are payable on August 14, 2026 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 31, 2026. Investors holding shares at that record date will be eligible to receive the announced cash payments.
What type of business does Donegal Group Inc. (DGICA) operate and in how many states?
Donegal Group Inc. is an insurance holding company whose subsidiaries offer property and casualty insurance in 21 states across the Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern, Southern and Southwestern regions, operating collectively as the Donegal Insurance Group.
What financial strength rating does Donegal Insurance Group hold from A.M. Best?
The Donegal Insurance Group holds an A.M. Best rating of A (Excellent). This rating reflects the rating agency’s assessment of the group’s insurance financial strength and ability to meet ongoing policyholder obligations, as described in the company’s disclosure.