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United Community Banks, Inc.

S&P 500

UCB/Financial Services · Banks - Regional/NYSE

Dividend Yield

3.00%

$1.00 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$35.06P/E12.2MCap4.0BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

84/ 100Very Safe

UCB's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 36.3% earnings payout ratio & 38.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2+ yrs dividend streak. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 8 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 36.3%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 38.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Operating Margin: 45.6%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

  • Dividend Streak: 2+ yrsShort dividend history limits track-record signal.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
36.3%Very Safe
38.0%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
2+ yrsWarning
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About United Community Banks, Inc.

United Community Banks, Inc. is the financial holding company for United Community Bank, a prominent full-service financial institution serving the Southeast United States. It provides a comprehensive suite of personal and business banking solutions, including checking and savings accounts, mobile and online banking platforms, credit cards, mortgages, and various loan products. The bank supports customers through an extensive network of branches across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, offering convenient access to financial services tailored to individual and commercial needs. United Community Bank emphasizes quality products and advanced banking technology to meet diverse financial requirements, from everyday transactions to home financing and business lending. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Blairsville, Georgia, United Community Banks, Inc. plays a vital role in regional financial markets by delivering reliable, community-focused banking services to consumers, businesses, and local economies.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.00%

Annual Dividend

$1.00

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

36.26%

FCF Payout Ratio

37.97%

52-Week Range

$28.65 - $36.77

Dividend History (2016–2025)

UCB annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

UCB earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

July 3, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

N/A

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$3,506.00

Annual Income

$100.00

Quarterly Income

$25.00

Monthly Income

$8.33

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UCB's current dividend yield?
United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) currently has a dividend yield of 3.00%, based on a stock price of $35.06 and an annual dividend of $1.00.
When is UCB's next dividend payment date?
UCB's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-15 and the next payment date is 2026-07-03. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does UCB pay in dividends per year?
United Community Banks, Inc. paid $0.98 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has UCB been increasing its dividend?
United Community Banks, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of —.
Is UCB's dividend safe?
United Community Banks, Inc. has a payout ratio of 36.26%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 37.97%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is UCB's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates United Community Banks, 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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