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United Bankshares, Inc.

S&P 500

UBSI/Financial Services · Banks - Regional/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

3.36%

$1.51 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$46.18P/E12.6MCap6.2BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

84/ 100Very Safe

UBSI's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 42.0% earnings payout ratio & 40.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.3% 5-year dividend cagr. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 9 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 42.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • Operating Margin: 52.1%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
  • Profit Margin Stability: Very StableProfit margins have stayed stable through cycles.

Risks

  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 1.3%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe
9.3%Caution
52.1%Very Safe
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About United Bankshares, Inc.

United Bankshares, Inc. is a financial holding company that operates as the parent of United Bank, providing comprehensive community banking services across multiple states. It accepts deposits and originates various loans, including personal, credit card, commercial, and construction loans, while offering brokerage services, safe deposit boxes, and related financial products. The company maintains nearly 240 full-service banking offices and 22 loan origination offices in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Washington, D.C. United Bankshares, Inc. focuses on the community banking segment, emphasizing service to local customers, businesses, and communities in its operational footprint. With dual headquarters in Washington, D.C., and Charleston, West Virginia, it serves as a key regional player in the financial services sector, supporting economic activities through its deposit and lending operations.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.36%

Annual Dividend

$1.51

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

42.02%

FCF Payout Ratio

40.66%

52-Week Range

$34.10 - $46.42

Dividend History (2016–2025)

UBSI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

UBSI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 12, 2026

Next Payment Date

July 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

1.14%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

1.25%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

1.45%

3-Year Total Growth

3.47%

5-Year Total Growth

6.43%

10-Year Total Growth

15.50%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$4,618.00

Annual Income

$151.00

Quarterly Income

$37.75

Monthly Income

$12.58

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UBSI's current dividend yield?
United Bankshares, Inc. (UBSI) currently has a dividend yield of 3.36%, based on a stock price of $46.18 and an annual dividend of $1.51.
When is UBSI's next dividend payment date?
UBSI's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-12 and the next payment date is 2026-07-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does UBSI pay in dividends per year?
United Bankshares, Inc. paid $1.49 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has UBSI been increasing its dividend?
United Bankshares, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 1.25% and a 10-year CAGR of 1.45%.
Is UBSI's dividend safe?
United Bankshares, Inc. has a payout ratio of 42.02%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 40.66%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is UBSI's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates United Bankshares, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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