CWBC Community West Bancshares dividend history, payout ratio & dates
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- NASDAQ: CWBC
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Last dividend date: Oct 31, 2025
Dividend yield: 2.23%
Payout ratio: 33.6%
Community West Bancshares's most recent dividend was on Oct 31, 2025 (ex-date) with a cash dividend payment of $0.12 per share. On an annualized basis, the company has a current payout of $0.48 per share. This brings the dividend yield to 2.23% based on its recent close price.
CWBC dividend stats
vs. Financial Services sector
Community West Bancshares Dividend yield
Community West Bancshares's dividend yield of 2.23% is lower than the Financial Services sector, the industry and its peers average. In comparison with the Financial Services sector average of 2.85%, Community West Bancshares's dividend yield is 22% lower. The historical 5-year average of CWBC's dividend yield is 2.0%, which is lower than the current one.
CWBC Dividend history
Community West Bancshares has a long dividend history, including the last 13 consecutive years with dividend payouts. CWBC has issued five dividends in the last twelve months. The annualized DPS has increased by 100% for the last year. And since the stock price has gone up by 15% from a year ago, the dividend yield has increased by 74%.
Community West Bancshares Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.12 | 2.27% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $0.12 | 2.56% |
| May 2, 2025 | $0.12 | 2.67% |
| Feb 7, 2025 | $0.12 | 2.49% |
| Nov 8, 2024 | $0.12 | 1.82% |
| Aug 2, 2024 | $0.12 | 1.24% |
| May 2, 2024 | $0.12 | 0.69% |
Community West Bancshares dividend payout ratio
Payout ratio
Community West Bancshares's payout ratio of 33.6% is below the Financial Services sector, the industry and its peers average. Compared to its Financial Services sector average of 41.6%, Community West Bancshares's payout ratio is 19% lower.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
CWBC dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTBK Heritage Commerce Corp | 4.81% | $0.52 | 82.5% |
| BSRR Sierra Bancorp | 3.34% | $1 | 34.5% |
| TCBK Trico Bancshares | 2.97% | $1.35 | 39.7% |
| CATY Cathay General Bancorp | 2.92% | $1.36 | 32.6% |
| EWBC East West Bancorp Inc | 2.38% | $2.4 | 27.8% |
| CWBC Community West Bancshares. | 2.23% | $0.48 | 33.6% |
Frequently asked questions
Does Community West Bancshares pay a dividend?
Yes, Community West Bancshares has been paying dividends for the last 13 years.
When was CWBC's last dividend?
Community West Bancshares's last dividend ex-date was on Oct 31, 2025. The dividend amount was $0.12 per share.
How much dividend does Community West Bancshares pay (per share)?
CWBC's annualized dividend per share is $0.48.
What is Community West Bancshares's dividend yield?
Currently Community West Bancshares's dividend yield is 2.23%.
How often does Community West Bancshares pay dividends?
Community West Bancshares has a quarterly dividend frequency.
What is Community West Bancshares's dividend payout ratio?
Community West Bancshares's dividend payout ratio is 33.6%.
Does Community West Bancshares pay a good dividend?
Community West Bancshares's dividend yield is lower than the Financial Services sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield.