Orange County Bancorp (NASDAQ: OBT) sets $0.18 per-share dividend

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(Moderate)

Filing Sentiment

(Neutral)

Form Type

8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Orange County Bancorp, Inc. declared a cash dividend of $0.18 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 4, 2026. A press release with these details is included as an exhibit.

The company is the parent of Orange Bank & Trust Company and Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. Orange Bank & Trust Company has grown to approximately $2.6 billion in total assets, reflecting its long-standing community and commercial banking focus.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 8.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

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.

Key Figures

Cash dividend per share: $0.18 per share Dividend payment date: June 15, 2026 Dividend record date: June 4, 2026 +1 more

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Cash dividend per share $0.18 per share Declared cash dividend on common stock

Dividend payment date June 15, 2026 Date dividend will be paid

Dividend record date June 4, 2026 Shareholders of record on this date receive dividend

Total assets $2.6 billion Approximate total assets of Orange Bank & Trust Company

Key Terms

cash dividend, shareholders of record, Form 8-K, Registered Investment Advisor

4 terms

cash dividend financial

"today announced a declaration of a $0.18 cash dividend per share"

A cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders directly in money, usually on a regular schedule. It is a way for investors to receive a portion of the company's profits, similar to earning interest or a bonus for holding the company's stock. Cash dividends provide income to shareholders and can indicate the company's financial health and stability.

shareholders of record financial

"paid on June 15, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 4, 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.

Form 8-K regulatory

"FORM 8-K PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT"

A Form 8-K is a report that companies file with the government to share important news quickly, such as changes in leadership, major business deals, or financial updates. It matters because it helps investors stay informed about significant events that could affect the company's value or stock price.

Registered Investment Advisor financial

"Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. is a Registered Investment Advisor in Goshen, NY."

A registered investment advisor is a professional or firm that provides financial advice and manages investments for clients, operating under regulations that require them to act in their clients' best interests. This designation helps investors identify trustworthy advisors who are legally committed to providing transparent and fair guidance, much like a licensed doctor is bound to prioritize patient well-being.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

05/22/2026 - 04:30 PM

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): May 22, 2026

Orange County Bancorp, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Delaware	001-40711	26-1135778
(State or Other Jurisdiction)	(Commission File No.)	(I.R.S. Employer
of Incorporation)		Identification No.)

212 Dolson Avenue, Middletown, New York	10940
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)	(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (845) 341-5000

Not Applicable

(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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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 Stock, par value $0.25

OBT

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 x

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

Orange County Bancorp, Inc., parent company of Orange Bank & Trust Company and Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. today announced a declaration of a $0.18 cash dividend per share of its common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 15, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 4, 2026. A press release announcing the declaration of the cash dividend is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits

(a)	Financial statements of businesses acquired. None.

(b)	Pro forma financial information. None.

(c)	Shell company transactions: None.

(d)	Exhibits.
	99.1	Press release dated May 22, 2026

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.

	ORANGE COUNTY BANCORP, INC.


DATE: May 22, 2026	By:	/s/ Michael Lesler
		Michael Lesler
		Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Orange County Bancorp, Inc. Declares Cash Dividend

Middletown, NY., May 22, 2026 – Orange County Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: OBT), parent company of Orange Bank & Trust Company and Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. today announced a declaration of a $0.18 cash dividend per share of its common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 15, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 4, 2026.

About Orange County Bancorp Inc.

Orange County Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company of Orange Bank & Trust Company and Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. Orange Bank & Trust Company is an independent bank that began with the vision of 14 founders over 125 years ago. It has grown through innovation and an unwavering commitment to its community and business clientele to approximately $2.6 billion in total assets. Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. is a Registered Investment Advisor in Goshen, NY. It was founded in 1996 and acquired by the Company in 2012.

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What dividend did Orange County Bancorp (OBT) declare in this 8-K?

Orange County Bancorp declared a cash dividend of $0.18 per share on its common stock. This payment rewards current shareholders with direct cash and reflects the board’s decision to return a portion of capital to owners through regular distributions.

When is the record date and payment date for Orange County Bancorp’s $0.18 dividend?

The $0.18 cash dividend will be paid on June 15, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 4, 2026. Investors must be recorded as owners by the record date to receive this dividend payment from the company.

What type of filing did Orange County Bancorp use to disclose the dividend?

Orange County Bancorp used a Form 8-K to disclose the cash dividend declaration. This current report informs the market promptly about the board’s decision and attaches the related press release as Exhibit 99.1 for additional detail.

How large is Orange County Bancorp’s banking franchise mentioned in the filing?

Orange Bank & Trust Company, Orange County Bancorp’s banking subsidiary, has grown to approximately $2.6 billion in total assets. This size reflects its long operating history and focus on serving community and business clients in its regional markets.

What subsidiaries does Orange County Bancorp (OBT) own according to the filing?

Orange County Bancorp is the parent of Orange Bank & Trust Company and Orange Investment Advisors, Inc. The bank provides community and commercial banking services, while Orange Investment Advisors operates as a Registered Investment Advisor based in Goshen, New York.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

4 documents

Press Releases

EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 3.8 KB