Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. Fixed-Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A - DCOMP STOCK NEWS

Dime Community Bancshares announced the pricing of a $65 million offering of 9% fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes due 2034. The company granted underwriters a 30-day option to purchase an additional $9.75 million to cover over-allotments. These notes, bearing a fixed interest rate of 9% per annum until July 15, 2029, will then shift to a floating rate based on the Three-Month Term SOFR plus 495.1 basis points. The company may redeem the notes starting July 15, 2029, and they mature on July 15, 2034. The transaction is expected to close around June 28, 2024. The notes are intended to qualify as Tier 2 capital for regulatory purposes and will be listed on Nasdaq under the symbol 'DCOMG' within 30 days of the issuance date. The proceeds will support general corporate purposes and regulatory capital ratios. Joint book-running managers for the offering are Raymond James & Associates and Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, with D.A. Davidson & Co. and Piper Sandler as co-managers.

Dime Community Bancshares, parent of Dime Community Bank, announced the hiring of a deposit-focused group to expand its presence in Manhattan. The group, led by Avi Azuolay, brings experience from Signature Bank and Flagstar Bank. Dime's CEO, Stuart H. Lubow, highlighted the team's success in Manhattan and commitment to growth. Avi Azuolay praised Dime's client-centric approach and technology. The move aligns with Dime's growth strategy, aiming to leverage the new team's track record in increasing deposits.

Dime Community Bancshares (Nasdaq: DCOM) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on July 24, 2024, to shareholders of record as of July 17, 2024.

This announcement continues the company's trend of consistent dividend payments, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ: DCOM) announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) has affirmed all its ratings, maintaining a 'Stable' outlook. The Bank's senior unsecured debt rating is 'BBB+', and the Company's senior unsecured debt rating is 'BBB'. KBRA supports these ratings due to Dime's consistent credit quality and conservative underwriting. Furthermore, Dime's funding base, driven by a growth in core deposits, is expected to expand, enhancing its funding and liquidity profile. The integration with Bridge Bancorp has reduced operating expenses, positioning Dime for stronger earnings in a normalized interest rate environment. The CET1 ratio has increased by 80 basis points since the end of 2022 and is projected to continue growing. Regulatory capital measures are not significantly impacted by negative AOCI due to a smaller, shorter-duration securities portfolio.

Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ: DCOM) has appointed John Murphy as the Group Head of its newly formed Not-For-Profit vertical. Murphy, who previously held senior roles at Webster Bank and Hudson Valley Bank, brings extensive experience in not-for-profit banking. He will focus on expanding Dime's commercial banking services to not-for-profit organizations from the new office in White Plains, Westchester. CEO Stuart H. Lubow emphasized that this move aligns with Dime's long-term strategy to lead in community commercial banking and highlights the bank's 160-year history of community support and its Outstanding CRA rating.

Dime Community Bancshares has appointed Judy Wu as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary. Wu brings extensive experience from her previous roles at Flagstar Bank and Signature Bank, where she specialized in regulatory compliance and privacy. Dime's President and CEO, Stuart H. Lubow, expressed confidence in Wu's ability to contribute to the company's growth strategy. Wu holds a bachelor's degree in finance and accounting from NYU and a law degree from Fordham University School of Law.

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) has appointed industry veteran Kenneth Scheriff to its commercial lending group. Scheriff brings extensive experience from State Bank of Long Island and New York Community Bancorp. His decision to join Dime was influenced by the bank's single point of contact model and relationship-based approach, aligning with his values.

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) announced the hiring of a deposit-focused Group to cover the Williamsburg market, led by John McDonough and Emanuel Diconimakis. The move aligns with the company's growth plan and commitment to expand its presence in Brooklyn. Dime's strong history and reputation in the area attracted the new Group, emphasizing the bank's innovative approach and community focus.

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) announced technology upgrades for business customers, including expanding Commercial Online Banking for international wires and real-time foreign currency rates, expected by end of Q2 2024.