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First Busey Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Busey Bank that provides retail and commercial banking products and services to individual, corporate, institutional, and governmental customers in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Banking, FirsTech, and Wealth Management. It offers customary types of demand and savings deposits; and commercial, agricultural, real estate construction, commercial and residential real estate, and consumer loans, as well as home equity lines of credit. The company also provides money transfer, safe deposit, IRA, and other fiduciary services through banking center, ATM and technology-based networks. In addition, it offers investment management, trust, estate advisory, and financial planning services, as well as business succession and employee retirement planning services; investment strategy consulting and fiduciary services; and security brokerage services. Further, the company provides asset management, philanthropic advisory, tax preparation, and professional farm management services; and commercial depository services, such as cash management services. Additionally, it offers payment technology solutions through its payment platform, such as walk-in payment processing for customers at retail pay agents; online bill payment solutions; customer service payments accepted over the telephone; mobile bill pay; direct debit services; electronic concentration of payments delivered to automated clearing house network; money management and credit card networks; and lockbox remittance processing to make payments by mail, as well as provides tools related to billing, reconciliation, bill reminders, and treasury services. The company has 46 banking centers in Illinois; 8 in Missouri; 3 in southwest Florida; and 1 in Indianapolis, Indiana. First Busey Corporation was founded in 1868 and is headquartered in Champaign, Illinois.

First Busey Dividend Announcement

First Busey announced a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-10-25. Ex dividend date: 2024-10-18
First Busey annual dividend for 2024 was $0.96
First Busey annual dividend for 2023 was $0.96
First Busey's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 5.0%
First Busey's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 47.97%
First Busey's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 3.71% year
First Busey's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 23.11% year

First Busey Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-10-18$0.24quarterly2024-10-25
2024-07-19$0.24quarterly2024-07-26
2024-04-18$0.24quarterly2024-04-26
2024-01-18$0.24quarterly2024-01-26
2023-10-19$0.24quarterly2023-10-27
2023-07-20$0.24quarterly2023-07-28
2023-04-20$0.24quarterly2023-04-28
2023-01-19$0.24quarterly2023-01-27
2022-10-20$0.23quarterly2022-10-28
2022-07-21$0.23quarterly2022-07-29
2022-04-21$0.23quarterly2022-04-29
2022-01-20$0.23quarterly2022-01-28
2021-10-21$0.23quarterly2021-10-29
2021-07-22$0.23quarterly2021-07-30
2021-04-22$0.23quarterly2021-04-30
2021-01-21$0.23quarterly2021-01-29
2020-10-22$0.22quarterly2020-10-30
2020-07-23$0.22quarterly2020-07-31
2020-04-23$0.22quarterly2020-05-01
2020-01-23$0.22quarterly2020-01-31
2019-10-17$0.21quarterly2019-10-25
2019-07-18$0.21quarterly2019-07-26
2019-04-17$0.21quarterly2019-04-26
2019-01-24$0.21quarterly2019-02-01
2018-10-18$0.20quarterly2018-10-26
2018-07-19$0.20quarterly2018-07-27
2018-04-19$0.20quarterly2018-04-27
2018-01-25$0.20quarterly2018-02-02
2017-10-19$0.18quarterly2017-10-27
2017-07-19$0.18quarterly2017-07-28
2017-04-19$0.18quarterly2017-04-28
2017-01-25$0.18quarterly2017-02-03
2016-10-19$0.17quarterly2016-10-28
2016-07-20$0.17quarterly2016-07-29
2016-04-20$0.17quarterly2016-04-29
2016-01-20$0.17quarterly2016-01-29
2015-10-21$0.17quarterly2015-10-30
2015-07-22$0.05quarterly2015-07-31
2015-04-22$0.05quarterly2015-05-01
2015-01-21$0.05quarterly2015-01-30
2014-10-15$0.05quarterly2014-10-24
2014-07-16$0.05quarterly2014-07-25
2014-04-15$0.05quarterly2014-04-25
2014-01-22$0.04quarterly2014-01-31
2013-10-23$0.04quarterly2013-11-01
2013-07-17$0.04quarterly2013-07-26
2013-04-17$0.04quarterly2013-04-26

First Busey Dividend per year

First Busey Dividend growth

First Busey Dividend Yield

First Busey current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 5.0%. Interested in purchasing First Busey stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

First Busey Financial Ratios

P/E ratio12.16
PEG ratio1.18
P/B ratio0.97
ROE8.42%
Payout ratio47.97%
Current ratio206.79
Quick ratio206.79
Cash Ratio48.27

First Busey Dividend FAQ

How much is the next First Busey dividend?
First Busey's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next First Busey dividend. The next First Busey dividend will be released in January, April, July, or October.
When is First Busey dividend paid?
First Busey pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around January, April, July, and October. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does First Busey pay?
The specific amount of First Busey dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find First Busey's dividend history.
Does First Busey stock pay dividends?
Yes, First Busey does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find First Busey's dividend history.
How much dividend does First Busey pay?
First Busey paid $0.96 in 2024, $0.96 in 2023, $0.92 in 2022, $0.92 in 2021, and $0.88 in 2020.
How often does First Busey pay dividends?
First Busey typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 4 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around January, April, July, and October.
What is First Busey's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for First Busey is 5.0%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate First Busey's exact dividend yield.
When does First Busey go ex dividend?
First Busey's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-10-18. First Busey typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next First Busey dividend paid?
First Busey pays dividends on a quarterly basis, typically around January, April, July, or October, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will First Busey increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether First Busey will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is First Busey dividend per share?
First Busey paid $0.96 per share in 2024 and $0.96 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that First Busey pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is First Busey a dividend aristocrat?
No, the term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is First Busey a dividend king?
No, a "Dividend King" is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is First Busey a dividend stock?
Yes, First Busey is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is First Busey a good dividend stock?
Whether First Busey is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. First Busey has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating First Busey as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does First Busey pay dividends monthly?
First Busey typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Does First Busey pay dividends quarterly?
First Busey currently pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Has First Busey ever paid a dividend?
Yes, First Busey has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. First Busey is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy First Busey dividend stocks?
To buy First Busey you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy First Busey stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does First Busey pay dividends 2024?
First Busey pays dividends on a quarterly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2024-10-25. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will First Busey increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding First Busey dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date First Busey dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How First Busey dividend works?
The First Busey dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how First Busey's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: First Busey's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.

2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, First Busey publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, First Busey distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.

5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from First Busey are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
How are First Busey dividends paid?
First Busey dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: First Busey sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, First Busey distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: First Busey declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
How many times does First Busey pay dividends?
First Busey typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does First Busey pay dividends?
The general pattern is that First Busey pays dividends around January, April, July, and October. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is First Busey dividend safe?
The safety of First Busey's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of First Busey's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.

It is recommended to review First Busey's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.