QCR Holdings declares $0.10 dividend, re-elects board

QCR Holdings, Inc. reported results of its annual stockholder meeting and announced a new cash dividend.

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QCR Holdings, Inc. reported results of its annual stockholder meeting and announced a new cash dividend. Four Class III directors — James M. Field, John F. Griesemer, Elizabeth S. Jacobs, and Marie Z. Ziegler — were re‑elected to three‑year terms.

Stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of certain executive officers and ratified RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. Separately, the board declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share, payable on July 3, 2026 to stockholders of record on June 18, 2026.

8-K Event Classification

3 items: 5.07, 8.01, 9.01

3 items

Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance

Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.

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, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Shares outstanding: 16,743,302 shares Shares represented: 14,654,430 shares Cash dividend: $0.10 per share +5 more

8 metrics

Shares outstanding 16,743,302 shares Common stock issued and outstanding as of record date for annual meeting

Shares represented 14,654,430 shares Represented in person or by proxy at annual meeting (87.52% of outstanding)

Cash dividend $0.10 per share Dividend on common stock payable July 3, 2026 to holders of record June 18, 2026

Say-on-pay votes for 11,770,480 shares Advisory approval of compensation of certain executive officers

Auditor ratification votes for 14,451,766 shares Ratification of RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026

Total assets $9.6 billion Consolidated assets as of March 31, 2026

Total loans $7.3 billion Loans outstanding as of March 31, 2026

Total deposits $7.8 billion Deposits as of March 31, 2026

Key Terms

say-on-pay, broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, cash dividend, +1 more

5 terms

say-on-pay financial

"To approve, in a non-binding, advisory vote, the compensation of certain executive officers, which is referred to as a “say-on-pay” vote"

A say-on-pay is a shareholder vote that gives investors a chance to approve or disapprove a company’s executive compensation packages, typically held at annual meetings. It matters because the vote signals investor satisfaction with how leaders are paid—like customers rating how well managers are rewarded—and can push boards to change pay plans, reducing governance risk and affecting investor confidence and stock value even though the vote is usually advisory rather than legally binding.

broker non-votes financial

"NOMINEE | FOR | WITHHELD | BROKER N.V."

Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"To ratify the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026"

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

cash dividend financial

"the Company declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share of its common stock"

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.

annual meeting of stockholders financial

"the Company’s annual meeting of stockholders held on May 21, 2026"

FAQ

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What did QCRH stockholders approve at the May 2026 annual meeting?

Stockholders re-elected four Class III directors to three-year terms and approved, on an advisory basis, executive compensation. They also ratified RSM US LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

How many QCRH shares were represented at the 2026 annual meeting?

At the annual meeting, 14,654,430 shares were represented in person or by proxy out of 16,743,302 common shares issued and outstanding as of the record date, representing 87.52% of outstanding shares eligible to vote on the proposals presented.

What dividend did QCR Holdings (QCRH) declare in May 2026?

QCR Holdings declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on July 3, 2026 to stockholders of record on June 18, 2026, as approved by the company’s Board of Directors on May 20, 2026.

How did QCRH stockholders vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay)?

In the advisory say-on-pay vote, 11,770,480 shares voted for the compensation of certain executive officers, 472,605 voted against, and 31,438 abstained. There were also 2,379,907 broker non-votes recorded on this executive compensation proposal.

Who is QCR Holdings’ independent auditor for fiscal year 2026?

Stockholders ratified RSM US LLP as QCR Holdings’ independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The ratification vote recorded 14,451,766 shares for, 166,762 against, and 35,902 shares abstaining on the proposal.

How large is QCR Holdings’ balance sheet as of March 31, 2026?

As of March 31, 2026, QCR Holdings reported $9.6 billion in assets, $7.3 billion in loans, and $7.8 billion in deposits. The company operates 36 locations across Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois through its relationship-driven, multi-bank holding company structure.

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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 20, 2026

_______________________________

QCR Holdings, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

_______________________________

Delaware	000-22208	42-1397595
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

3551 Seventh Street

Moline, Illinois 61265

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

(309) 736-3584

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(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:

☐	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, $1.00 Par Value	QCRH	The Nasdaq Global Market

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 ☐

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 5.07. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

On May 21, 2026, the Company held its Annual Meeting. Of the 16,743,302 shares of common stock issued and outstanding as of the record date for the Annual Meeting, 14,654,430 shares were represented at the Annual Meeting in person or by proxy, constituting 87.52% of the outstanding shares.  

Three proposals were presented to the stockholders and the results of voting on each of the matters submitted to a vote during the Annual Meeting are as follows:

1. To elect four (4) Class III directors of the Company:

NOMINEE	FOR	WITHHELD	BROKER N.V.
James M. Field	12,107,359	167,164	2,379,907
John F. Griesemer	12,029,894	244,629	2,379,907
Elizabeth S. Jacobs	12,067,090	207,433	2,379,907
Marie Z. Ziegler	11,711,940	562,583	2,379,907

2. To approve, in a non-binding, advisory vote, the compensation of certain executive officers, which is referred to as a “say-on-pay” vote:

FOR	AGAINST	ABSTAIN	BROKER N.V.
11,770,480	472,605	31,438	2,379,907

3. To ratify the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026:

FOR	AGAINST	ABSTAIN
14,451,766	166,762	35,902

Item 8.01. Other Events.

On May 20, 2026, the Company declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share of its common stock. The dividend is payable on July 3, 2026 to stockholders of record on June 18, 2026.

On May 26, 2026, the Company issued a press release regarding the annual meeting results and the announcement of the cash dividend. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1		Press Release, dated May 26, 2026
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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.

	QCR Holdings, Inc.
Date: May 26, 2026	By:	/s/ Nick W. Anderson
		Nick W. Anderson
		SVP, Chief Financial Officer

EXHIBIT 99.1

QCR Holdings, Inc. Announces Annual Meeting Results and a Cash Dividend of $0.10 Per Share

MOLINE, Ill., May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) (the “Company”) today announced the election of four Class III directors at the Company’s annual meeting of stockholders held on May 21, 2026. The directors, James M. Field, John F. Griesemer, Elizabeth S. Jacobs, and Marie Z. Ziegler, were re-elected to three-year terms.

Additionally, on May 20, 2026, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share payable on July 3, 2026, to holders of common stock of the Company of record on June 18, 2026.

About Us
QCR Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Moline, Illinois, is a relationship-driven, multi-bank holding company serving the Quad Cities, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Valley, Des Moines/Ankeny and Springfield communities through its wholly owned subsidiary banks. The banks provide full-service commercial and consumer banking and trust and wealth management services. Quad City Bank and Trust Company, based in Bettendorf, Iowa, commenced operations in 1994, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust Company, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, commenced operations in 2001, Community State Bank, based in Ankeny, Iowa, was acquired by the Company in 2016, and Guaranty Bank, based in Springfield, Missouri, was acquired by the Company in 2018. Additionally, the Company serves the Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa community through Community Bank & Trust, a division of Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust Company. The Company has 36 locations in Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois. As of March 31, 2026, the Company had $9.6 billion in assets, $7.3 billion in loans and $7.8 billion in deposits. For additional information, please visit the Company’s website at www.qcrh.com.

Contact:
Doug Neumann
VP, Investor Relations
(309) 743-7753
dneumann@qcrh.com

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 2.3 KB

Other Documents

• EX-101 XBRL SCHEMA FILE 3.3 KB
• EX-101 XBRL DEFINITION FILE 25.5 KB
• EX-101 XBRL LABEL FILE 35.1 KB
• EX-101 XBRL PRESENTATION FILE 24.1 KB