Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | CBU | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.34% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 2.30% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 47.1% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +1.1% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
2.20%
3-Year Growth
2.25%
5-Year Growth
2.30%
10-Year Growth
4.31%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 16, 2026
Last Payment
Apr 10, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 2026 | $0.4700 | 0.00% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | $0.4700 | 0.00% |
| Sep 12, 2025 | $0.4700 | +2.17% |
| Jun 13, 2025 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 13, 2024 | $0.4600 | +2.22% |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 14, 2023 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2023 | $0.4500 | +2.27% |
| Jun 14, 2023 | $0.4400 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2023 | $0.4400 | 0.00% |
| Dec 14, 2022 | $0.4400 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2022 | $0.4400 | +2.33% |
| Jun 14, 2022 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2022 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 14, 2021 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2021 | $0.4300 | +2.38% |
| Jun 14, 2021 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
47.1%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
45.3%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.94 | $51.95M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.97 | $36.38M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.04 | $83.42M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.03 | $46.16M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Community Bank System, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Community Bank System, Inc. (CBU) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.34%.
What is CBU's dividend yield?
CBU's current dividend yield is 3.34%. The annual dividend is $1.87.
When is CBU's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CBU has not been announced yet.
How many years has Community Bank System, Inc. increased its dividend?
Community Bank System, Inc. has increased its dividend for 20 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.