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Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) is a prominent community bank headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with a rich history dating back to its charter in 1864. The bank specializes in commercial mortgage finance in the NY metro area, and it serves depositors through 24 full-service branches located in Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and the Bronx. Dime Community Bancshares operates as a holding company, accumulating deposits from its local market and via the internet. These deposits are then invested in multifamily residential, commercial real estate, commercial and industrial (C&I) loans, and one-to-four family residential real estate loans. Additionally, the company also invests in mortgage-backed securities, obligations of the U.S. government and government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs), and corporate debt and equity securities.
Recently, Dime Community Bancshares has made significant strides in its digital transformation journey. The launch of ZSuite for Commercial Escrow Management marks a major advancement in their technology stack. This all-digital platform streamlines the commercial escrow and subaccounting processes, providing a seamless experience for property managers, law firms, municipalities, title companies, and other industries reliant on escrow and subaccounts. Michael Fegan, the Chief Technology and Operations Officer at Dime, expressed enthusiasm about this launch, emphasizing its alignment with Dime’s commitment to delivering top-tier digital experiences to its customers.
Dime Community Bancshares is the parent company of Dime Community Bank, which boasts assets exceeding $13.8 billion. It holds the number one deposit market share among community banks in the Greater Long Island area for banks with assets under $20 billion. The company continues to focus on customer service and technological advancements to enhance its offerings. With plans to expand its Commercial Online Banking platform to include international wire transfers and real-time foreign currency rate requests by the end of the second quarter of 2024, Dime remains dedicated to executing its growth strategy and providing its business clients with the necessary tools to succeed.
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCOM) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share, payable on April 25, 2022, to stockholders of record as of April 18, 2022. This consistent dividend payment highlights the company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders, maintaining an uninterrupted dividend trend. With assets exceeding $12.0 billion, Dime Community Bank leads in deposit market share among community banks in Greater Long Island.
Dime Community Bancshares reported strong financial results for 2021, with net income of $96.7 million, or $2.45 per diluted share. In Q4 2021, net income was $33.5 million ($0.83 per diluted share), significantly up from $3.3 million in Q4 2020. Loan originations surpassed $500 million, with a non-interest-bearing deposits ratio at 37.5%. The efficiency ratio improved to 49.9%, and the company repurchased 850,901 shares, representing about 2% of outstanding shares. Despite a quarterly decline in total deposits by $215.1 million to $10.5 billion, the company is well-positioned for rising interest rates.
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCOM, DCOMP) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34375 per share on its 5.50% Fixed-Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A. The dividend is payable on February 15, 2022, to shareholders on record as of February 7, 2022. The company, which has over $12.0 billion in assets, holds the top deposit market share among community banks on Greater Long Island. This dividend declaration reflects the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ: DCOM) plans to release its earnings for the quarter ending December 31, 2021, before U.S. markets open on January 28, 2022. CEO Kevin O’Connor will discuss the financial performance during a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day. This call will include a Q&A session and will be available via live webcast and archived for one year. The company, with over $12.3 billion in assets, holds the number one deposit market share among community banks on Greater Long Island.
On December 21, 2021, Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (DCOM) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share, scheduled for payment on January 24, 2022, to stockholders of record by January 17, 2022. This marks a continuation of the company’s trend of uninterrupted dividends. Dime Community Bancshares operates Dime Community Bank, which has over $12.3 billion in assets and holds the top deposit market share among community banks in Greater Long Island.
Dime Community Bancshares reported a net income of $36.6 million ($0.89 per diluted share) for Q3 2021, up from $14.0 million in Q3 2020. Adjusted net income stood at $41.4 million. Non-interest-bearing deposits increased to 36% of total deposits, positioning the company favorably for rising interest rates. Total loans held for investment rose by 4% annually, while non-performing assets remained low at 0.28%. The cost of deposits decreased to 0.13%. However, total deposits fell by $392.2 million due to non-renewal of higher-cost certificates of deposit.
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCOM, DCOMP) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34375 per share on its 5.50% Fixed-Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A. This dividend will be payable on November 15, 2021 to shareholders on record as of November 7, 2021.
The company holds over $12.3 billion in assets and boasts the highest deposit market share among community banks in Greater Long Island.
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) announced its upcoming earnings release for the quarter ended September 30, 2021, scheduled for October 29, 2021, before U.S. markets open. CEO Kevin O'Connor will discuss the third quarter financial performance during a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day. The call will feature a question-and-answer segment and will be available via webcast. Dime Community Bancshares, with over $12.7 billion in assets, holds the largest deposit market share among community banks on Greater Long Island.
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCOM) has appointed Christopher Porzelt as Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer. He previously served as EVP and Interim Chief Risk Officer since June 2021. Porzelt will enhance the Enterprise Risk Management function, aligning risk management with corporate strategy. CEO Kevin M. O’Connor praised his valuable knowledge and experience. Dime Community Bancshares holds over $12.7 billion in assets and leads in deposit market share among community banks on Greater Long Island.
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCOM) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share, scheduled for payment on October 25, 2021. Shareholders of record as of October 18, 2021 will receive this dividend, continuing the Company's trend of uninterrupted dividends. With over $12.7 billion in assets, Dime Community Bank holds the top deposit market share among community banks in Greater Long Island.