First Financial Northwest, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.11 per Share

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First Financial Northwest has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share on its common stock, payable on December 17, 2021, to shareholders of record as of December 3, 2021. This decision reflects the Company's ongoing commitment to returning value to its shareholders. The bank, based in Renton, Washington, operates 15 full-service banking offices throughout the Puget Sound Region, serving the local community with various banking services.

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• Quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share, indicating commitment to shareholder returns.
• Dividend payment reinforces financial stability and confidence in future performance.

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• None.

RENTON, Wash., Nov. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Financial Northwest, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ GS: FFNW), the holding company for First Financial Northwest Bank (the “Bank”), today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share on the Company’s outstanding common stock. The cash dividend will be payable on December 17, 2021, to shareholders of record on December 3, 2021.

First Financial Northwest, Inc. is the parent company of First Financial Northwest Bank; an FDIC insured Washington State-chartered commercial bank headquartered in Renton, Washington, serving the Puget Sound Region through 15 full-service banking offices. For additional information about us, please visit our website at ffnwb.com and click on the “Investor Relations” link at the bottom of the page.

Forward-looking statements:

When used in this press release and in other documents filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), in press releases or other public stockholder communications, or in oral statements made with the approval of an authorized executive officer, the words or phrases “believe,” “will,” “will likely result,” “are expected to,” “will continue,” “is anticipated,” “estimate,” “project,” “plans,” or similar expressions are intended to identify “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts but instead represent management's current expectations and forecasts regarding future events many of which are inherently uncertain and outside of our control. Actual results may differ, possibly materially from those currently expected or projected in these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, include, but are not limited to, the following: the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, including on our credit quality and business operations, as well as its impact on general economic and financial market conditions and other uncertainties resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, such as the extent and duration of the impact on public health, the U.S. and global economies, and consumer and corporate customers, including economic activity, employment levels and market liquidity; increased competitive pressures; changes in the interest rate environment; legislative and regulatory changes; and other factors described in the Company’s latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission – that are available on our website at www.ffnwb.com and on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.

Any of the forward-looking statements that we make in this press release and in the other public statements are based upon management's beliefs and assumptions at the time they are made and may turn out to be wrong because of the inaccurate assumptions we might make, because of the factors illustrated above or because of other factors that we cannot foresee. Therefore, these factors should be considered in evaluating the forward-looking statements, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. We do not undertake and specifically disclaim any obligation to revise any forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements. These risks could cause our actual results for 2021 and beyond to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us and could negatively affect our operating and stock performance.

For more information, contact:
Joseph W. Kiley III, President and Chief Executive Officer
Rich Jacobson, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(425) 255-4400

FAQ

What is the dividend amount declared by FFNW?

FFNW declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share.

When will the dividend be paid by First Financial Northwest?

The dividend will be paid on December 17, 2021.

Who are the shareholders eligible for the dividend?

Shareholders of record on December 3, 2021, are eligible for the dividend.

How often does First Financial Northwest pay dividends?

First Financial Northwest typically pays dividends quarterly.

What is the significance of the dividend announcement for FFNW investors?

The dividend announcement indicates the company's financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders.