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Republic Bancorp (NASDAQ: RBCAA) sets Q2 2026 cash dividends by share class

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Republic Bancorp, Inc. declared a second quarter 2026 cash dividend, paying $0.495 per share on its Class A Common Stock and $0.45 per share on its Class B Common Stock. The dividend will be paid on July 17, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 18, 2026.

The company, parent of Republic Bank & Trust Company, reported approximately $7.25 billion in total assets as of March 31, 2026 and operates 47 banking centers across five metropolitan areas in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Florida, and Tennessee.

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Class A dividend $0.495 per share Second quarter 2026 cash dividend on Class A Common Stock
Class B dividend $0.45 per share Second quarter 2026 cash dividend on Class B Common Stock
Dividend record date June 18, 2026 Shareholders of record on this date receive the Q2 2026 dividend
Dividend payment date July 17, 2026 Scheduled payment date for declared Q2 2026 cash dividend
Total assets $7.25 billion Company total assets as of March 31, 2026
Banking centers 47 locations Banking centers across five metropolitan statistical areas
cash dividend financial
"declared a cash dividend of $0.495 per share on Class A Common Stock"
A cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders directly in money, usually on a regular schedule. It is a way for investors to receive a portion of the company's profits, similar to earning interest or a bonus for holding the company's stock. Cash dividends provide income to shareholders and can indicate the company's financial health and stability.
shareholders of record financial
"payable July 17, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 18, 2026"
Shareholders of record are the people officially listed as owners of a company's stock on a specific date. This matters because only these shareholders are entitled to receive dividends or vote at company meetings. It's like being on the official guest list for a party—you get to enjoy the perks and have a say.
Class A Common Stock financial
"declared a cash dividend of $0.495 per share on Class A Common Stock"
Class A common stock is a category of a company’s shares that carries a specific set of ownership rights—most commonly defined voting power and claims on dividends—set out in the company’s charter. For investors it matters because the class determines how much influence you have over corporate decisions, the share’s likely dividend and trading behavior, and how it compares in value to other share classes, like choosing a particular seat with different privileges at the company’s decision-making table.
Class B Common Stock financial
"and $0.45 per share on Class B Common Stock, payable July 17, 2026"
A class B common stock is one of multiple types of a company’s ordinary shares that carries specific rights—often different voting power or dividend priority—compared with other classes. For investors it matters because those differences affect how much influence you have over company decisions, the income you might receive, and how freely the shares trade; think of it like owning a car with different keys: some keys let you start the engine and open the trunk, others only unlock the door.
metropolitan statistical areas financial
"within five metropolitan statistical areas (“MSAs”) across five states"
Metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) are geographic regions defined by population size and the degree of economic and commuting integration around a central city, similar to how a school district groups nearby neighborhoods that share resources and routines. Investors use MSAs to evaluate local demand, labor markets, real estate trends and regulatory environments — factors that influence company sales, property values and the risk profile of investments tied to specific places.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2026

REPUBLIC BANCORP, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Kentucky

0-24649

61-0862051

(State or other jurisdiction

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

of incorporation)

601 West Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky

40202

(Address of principal executive offices)

(zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (502) 584-3600

NOT APPLICABLE
(Former Name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol

Name of each exchange on which registered

Class A Common

RBCAA

The Nasdaq Stock Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

Item 7.01.  REGULATION FD DISCLOSURE.

On May 20, 2026, Republic Bancorp, Inc. announced its second quarter 2026 cash dividend. The public announcement was made by means of a news release, the text of which is set forth in Exhibit 99.1 hereto.

ITEM 9.01. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.

(d)

Exhibits.

Exhibit No.

99.1

Republic Bancorp, Inc. News Release dated May 20, 2026.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Republic Bancorp, Inc.

(Registrant)

Date: May 20, 2026

By:

/s/ Kevin Sipes

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Accounting Officer

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EXHIBIT 99.1

Republic Bancorp, Inc. Declares Common Stock Dividends

LOUISVILLE, KY – Republic Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBCAA), parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company, declared a cash dividend of $0.495 per share on Class A Common Stock and $0.45 per share on Class B Common Stock, payable July 17, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 18, 2026.

Republic Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) is the parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company (the “Bank”). The Bank currently has 47 banking centers in communities within five metropolitan statistical areas (“MSAs”) across five states: 22 banking centers located within the Louisville MSA in Louisville, Prospect, Shelbyville, and Shepherdsville in Kentucky, and Floyds Knobs, Jeffersonville, and New Albany in Indiana; six banking centers within the Lexington MSA in Georgetown and Lexington in Kentucky; eight banking centers within the Cincinnati MSA in Cincinnati and West Chester in Ohio, and Bellevue, Covington, Crestview Hills, and Florence in Kentucky; seven banking centers within the Tampa MSA in Largo, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg, Seminole, and Tampa in Florida; and four banking centers within the Nashville MSA in Franklin, Murfreesboro, Nashville and Spring Hill, Tennessee. The Bank offers online banking at www.republicbank.com. The Company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and as of March 31, 2026, had approximately $7.25 billion in total assets. The Company’s Class A Common Stock is listed under the symbol “RBCAA” on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.

Republic Bank. Time to Thrive.


FAQ

What dividend did Republic Bancorp (RBCAA) declare for Q2 2026?

Republic Bancorp declared a Q2 2026 cash dividend of $0.495 per share on Class A Common Stock and $0.45 per share on Class B Common Stock, as announced in a news release dated May 20, 2026.

When is the Republic Bancorp (RBCAA) Q2 2026 dividend payable and what is the record date?

The Q2 2026 dividend is payable on July 17, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 18, 2026. Investors must be on the company’s books by that record date to receive the cash dividend.

Which Republic Bancorp share classes receive the Q2 2026 dividend and at what rates?

Both share classes receive dividends: Class A Common Stock holders get $0.495 per share, while Class B Common Stock holders receive $0.45 per share. These rates apply to the announced second quarter 2026 cash dividend.

How large is Republic Bancorp (RBCAA) based on total assets?

As of March 31, 2026, Republic Bancorp reported approximately $7.25 billion in total assets. This figure reflects the combined size of the parent company and its banking operations across multiple metropolitan statistical areas.

How many banking centers does Republic Bancorp operate and in which regions?

Republic Bancorp’s bank subsidiary operates 47 banking centers across five metropolitan statistical areas in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Florida, and Tennessee, including Louisville, Lexington, Cincinnati, Tampa, and Nashville markets.

On which exchange is Republic Bancorp’s Class A Common Stock listed?

Republic Bancorp’s Class A Common Stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “RBCAA”. This listing provides investors an electronic marketplace to buy and sell the company’s shares.

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