Shareholder Returns

FB Financial Corporation (FBK) declared a $0.19 per share quarterly cash dividend, payable November 25, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 11, 2025. CEO Christopher T. Holmes cites the dividend as a reflection of the company’s strong performance and commitment to shareholder returns. The announcement arrives amid increased scrutiny of regional banks, with analysts watching key performance indicators to assess the long-term sustainability of FBK’s dividend policy in a challenging financial environment. FB Financial, with $16.2 billion in assets and 91 branches, operates in the Southeast.

PNC Financial Services Group declared quarterly dividends for common and preferred stock, signaling financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns. A $1.70 per share dividend on common stock is payable November 5, 2025, to shareholders of record October 14, 2025. Dividends were also announced for various preferred stock series with varying amounts and payment dates in November/December 2025. These dividends underscore PNC’s capital allocation strategy and confidence in navigating the current economic environment. Investors will monitor key performance metrics leading up to payment dates.

KT&G reported strong first-half results with revenue exceeding KRW 3 trillion, marking three consecutive quarters of growth. The global cigarette segment saw significant growth in revenue, profit, and sales volume. Reflecting a commitment to shareholder value, KT&G increased its interim dividend by 200 KRW to 1,400 KRW per share. The company has a history of consistent dividend growth and intends to actively manage shareholder returns through dividends, share repurchases and cancelations, and profit performance.

Shell plc executed significant on-market share buybacks on July 1, 2025, as part of its ongoing repurchase program. These transactions, managed by BNP PARIBAS SA, aim to enhance shareholder returns and optimize capital structure, adhering to market regulations and previously announced parameters.