Flushing Financial Declares $0.22 Quarterly Dividend, 119th Consecutive Payment
Flushing Financial Corporation’s board declared a $0.22 quarterly dividend payable March 27 to shareholders of record on March 13, the 119th consecutive payout. The company cited Q4 2025 operating strength and solid capital levels, and said its financial position supports sustaining dividends through a planned merger with OceanFirst.
1. Dividend Declaration
Flushing Financial Corporation’s board approved a quarterly dividend of $0.22 per common share, payable on March 27, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 13. This marks the company’s 119th consecutive quarterly dividend since initiating payouts in 1996.
2. Q4 2025 Performance
The company reported continued operating strength in Q4 2025, driven by net interest margin expansion and noninterest deposit growth, which bolstered its solid capital levels. Management highlighted that these financial metrics underpin its ability to maintain shareholder distributions.
3. Merger Outlook
Flushing Financial emphasized that its strong financial position enables it to sustain dividend payments as it advances its planned merger with OceanFirst Financial. Executives noted that the combined entity will leverage complementary markets and enhance scale across the New York metropolitan area.