HBT Financial Posts 12.3% YTD Gain with 3.17% Dividend Yield, 9.5% Growth
HBT Financial shares have risen 12.3% year-to-date and currently pay a $0.23 quarterly dividend, delivering a 3.17% yield with a 33% payout ratio. Its annualized dividend of $0.92 reflects 9.5% growth year-over-year, supported by a projected 9.52% earnings increase to $2.76 in 2026.
1. YTD Share Performance
Bloomington-based HBT Financial shares have gained 12.3% so far this year, outperforming regional bank peers.
2. Current Dividend Yield and Payout
The company pays a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share, resulting in a 3.17% yield and a 33% payout ratio of trailing 12-month EPS.
3. Dividend Growth History
HBT Financial’s annualized dividend of $0.92 represents a 9.5% increase from last year, marking four raises over the past five years for a 7.62% average growth.
4. Earnings Outlook
Analyst consensus forecasts 2026 EPS of $2.76, implying 9.52% year-over-year growth that supports future dividend capacity.