First Bancshares (FBMS) Dividends & Splits

First Bancshares Inc-The (FBMS) pays out dividend at a yield of 2.5%, which refers to the annual dividend payment divided by the stock's current market price. This indicates the return on investment that stockholders receive solely from dividends. The payout ratio, which is the percentage of earnings distributed as dividends, is currently at 35%. This ratio helps investors assess the sustainability of dividend payments. While a lower payout ratio may suggest the company is retaining more earnings for growth, a higher ratio could indicate a more generous dividend policy.

The ex-date for First Bancshares Inc-The (FBMS)'s dividend is scheduled for August 15th, 2022. This date signifies when a buyer of the stock is no longer entitled to receive the upcoming dividend payment. In terms of splits, First Bancshares Inc-The (FBMS) has not undergone any splits in its history. Therefore, the split multiple is N/A. The dividend amount per share is $0.25. This represents the cash paid to shareholders for each share held. The dividend growth rate, which measures the annualized percentage increase in dividends, is currently at 5%. This suggests a consistent and modest growth in dividend payments over time.