OceanFirst Financial (NASDAQ: OCFC) sets $0.20 quarterly dividend
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
OceanFirst Financial Corp. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on May 8, 2026 to stockholders of record as of April 27, 2026.
The company’s subsidiary, OceanFirst Bank N.A., founded in 1902, operates as a regional bank providing commercial and residential financing, treasury management, trust and asset management, and deposit services across New Jersey and major metropolitan areas from Massachusetts through Virginia.
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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
Quarterly dividend per share: $0.20 per share
Dividend payment date: May 8, 2026
Dividend record date: April 27, 2026
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4 metrics
Quarterly dividend per share
$0.20 per share
Regular quarterly cash dividend on common stock
Dividend payment date
May 8, 2026
Date dividend will be paid to eligible stockholders
Dividend record date
April 27, 2026
Stockholders of record on this date receive dividend
Bank founding year
1902
OceanFirst Bank N.A. founding year
Key Terms
quarterly cash dividend, stockholders of record, regional bank, treasury management, +1 more
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quarterly cash dividend financial
"declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share of Common Stock"
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 May 8, 2026 to stockholders of record on April 27, 2026"
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.
regional bank financial
"is a regional bank providing financial services throughout New Jersey"
treasury management financial
"delivers commercial and residential financing, treasury management, trust and asset management"
Treasury management is a company's day‑to‑day handling of cash, short‑term investments, borrowing and financial risks to make sure bills are paid, excess cash is used wisely, and exposure to things like interest rates or foreign currencies is controlled. Think of it as running the company's checking account and emergency fund so operations keep flowing. For investors, strong treasury management signals that a company can meet obligations, fund growth without costly surprises, and protect value in changing markets.
trust and asset management financial
"treasury management, trust and asset management, and deposit services"
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC
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 15, 2026
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
| (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) | (Commission File No.) | (IRS Employer Identification No.) | ||||||||||||
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)
(732 )240-4500
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
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ITEM 8.01OTHER EVENTS
On April 15, 2026 , the Company announced that the Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s outstanding common stock. The cash dividend will be in the amount of $0.20 per share and will be payable on May 8, 2026 to the stockholders of record at the close of business on April 27, 2026.
ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
| (d) | EXHIBITS | |||||||
99.1 | Press Release dated | |||||||
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.
| OCEANFIRST FINANCIAL CORP. | ||||||||
| Dated: | /s/ Patrick S. Barrett | |||||||
| Patrick S. Barrett | ||||||||
| Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | ||||||||
 | Press Release | |||||||
Exhibit 99.1
Company Contact:
Patrick S. Barrett
Chief Financial Officer
OceanFirst Financial Corp.
Tel: (732) 240-4500, ext. 27507
Email: pbarrett@oceanfirst.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OCEANFIRST FINANCIAL CORP.
DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND FOR
COMMON STOCK
RED BANK, NEW JERSEY, April 15, 2026 - OceanFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:“OCFC”), (the “Company”), announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share of Common Stock, payable on May 8, 2026 to stockholders of record on April 27, 2026.
OceanFirst Financial Corp.’s subsidiary, OceanFirst Bank N.A., founded in 1902, is a regional bank providing financial services throughout New Jersey and in the major metropolitan areas from Massachusetts through Virginia. OceanFirst Bank delivers commercial and residential financing, treasury management, trust and asset management, and deposit services and is one of the largest and oldest community-based financial institutions headquartered in New Jersey. To learn more about OceanFirst, go to www.oceanfirst.com.
FAQ
What dividend did OceanFirst Financial Corp. (OCFC) declare for common stock?
OceanFirst Financial Corp. declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share of common stock. The dividend reflects the Board’s decision to continue returning cash to shareholders through recurring quarterly payments, as described in the company’s announcement.
When is the OceanFirst Financial Corp. (OCFC) dividend record date and payment date?
Stockholders of record on April 27, 2026 will receive the dividend, which is payable on May 8, 2026. Investors must be recorded as shareholders by the close of business on the record date to qualify for this $0.20 per share payment.
Is the OceanFirst Financial Corp. (OCFC) dividend described as quarterly?
Yes, the company’s Board declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share. This language indicates the payment is part of an ongoing quarterly dividend program rather than a one-time special distribution, supporting a consistent income stream for shareholders.
What type of business does OceanFirst Financial Corp. (OCFC) operate?
OceanFirst Financial Corp. operates through its subsidiary OceanFirst Bank N.A., a regional bank founded in 1902. The bank provides commercial and residential financing, treasury management, trust and asset management, and deposit services across New Jersey and major metropolitan areas from Massachusetts through Virginia.
On which exchange is OceanFirst Financial Corp. (OCFC) common stock listed?
OceanFirst Financial Corp.’s common stock, with a par value of $0.01 per share, trades on the NASDAQ stock market under the symbol “OCFC.” This listing provides liquidity and market access for investors buying or selling the company’s shares.