HWC Dividend History & Analysis | 3.1% Yield

HWC has a dividend yield of 3.1% and paid 1.8 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 3.12%
Payout Ratio 31.7%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 13.62%
Consistency Lifetime 94.8%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.52%
Payout FCF 30.9%
Streak Years 35
Dividend Rating 77.93%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 26.1%
Total Return 5y: 120.5%

Top Dividend Payers in Regional Banks

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
VLK 2,572 M 7.68% 32.2%
BNP 120,848 M 9.55% 24.0%
GHI 187 M 12.2% 14.9%
NRIM 521 M 2.84% 31.3%
ACA 66,277 M 6.74% 16.0%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
USCB 342 M 100% 100%
CBK 46,364 M 80.3% 45.6%
DBK 75,418 M 50.4% 78.7%
CBNK 500 M 44.8% 100%
FCNCA 25,362 M 43.4% 97.6%

Quality Dividend Peers in Regional Banks

NECB
Northeast Community
 4.59% Yield
EWBC
East West Bancorp
 3.17% Yield
AMAL
Amalgamated Bank
 2.30% Yield
FSBC
Five Star Bancorp
 3.24% Yield
SPFI
South Plains Financial
 2.10% Yield
FBP
First Bancorp
 3.55% Yield

HWC Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-05 2025-12-05 2025-12-15 Quarterly 0.45 0% 0.72%
2025-09-05 2025-09-05 2025-09-15 Quarterly 0.45 0% 0.71%
2025-06-05 2025-06-05 2025-06-16 Quarterly 0.45 0% 0.84%
2025-03-05 2025-03-05 2025-03-17 Quarterly 0.45 12.5% 0.83%
2024-12-05 2024-12-05 2024-12-16 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.68%
2024-09-05 2024-09-05 2024-09-16 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.76%
2024-06-05 2024-06-05 2024-06-14 Quarterly 0.4 33.3% 0.88%
2024-03-04 2024-03-05 2024-03-15 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.7%
2023-12-04 2023-12-05 2023-12-15 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.71%
2023-09-01 2023-09-05 2023-09-15 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.73%
2023-06-02 2023-06-05 2023-06-15 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.77%
2023-03-03 2023-03-06 2023-03-15 Quarterly 0.3 11.1% 0.63%
2022-12-02 2022-12-05 2022-12-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.5%
2022-09-02 2022-09-06 2022-09-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.56%
2022-06-03 2022-06-06 2022-06-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.54%
2022-03-03 2022-03-04 2022-03-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.48%
2021-12-03 2021-12-06 2021-12-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.56%
2021-09-03 2021-09-07 2021-09-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.6%
2021-06-04 2021-06-07 2021-06-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.55%
2021-03-05 2021-03-08 2021-03-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% 0.67%
2020-12-03 2020-12-04 2020-12-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2020-09-04 2020-09-08 2020-09-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2020-06-04 2020-06-05 2020-06-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2020-03-04 2020-03-05 2020-03-16 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2019-12-04 2019-12-05 2019-12-16 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2019-09-04 2019-09-05 2019-09-16 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2019-06-04 2019-06-05 2019-06-14 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2019-03-04 2019-03-05 2019-03-15 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2018-12-04 2018-12-05 2018-12-14 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2018-09-04 2018-09-05 2018-09-14 Quarterly 0.27 12.5% N/A
2018-06-04 2018-06-05 2018-06-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2018-03-02 2018-03-05 2018-03-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2017-12-04 2017-12-05 2017-12-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2017-08-31 2017-09-05 2017-09-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2017-06-01 2017-06-05 2017-06-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2017-03-02 2017-03-06 2017-03-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2016-12-01 2016-12-05 2016-12-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2016-09-01 2016-09-06 2016-09-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2016-06-02 2016-06-06 2016-06-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2016-03-02 2016-03-04 2016-03-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2015-12-02 2015-12-04 2015-12-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2015-09-02 2015-09-04 2015-09-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2015-06-03 2015-06-05 2015-06-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2015-03-03 2015-03-05 2015-03-16 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2014-12-03 2014-12-05 2014-12-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2014-09-03 2014-09-05 2014-09-15 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2014-06-03 2014-06-05 2014-06-16 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2014-03-03 2014-03-05 2014-03-14 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2013-12-03 2013-12-05 2013-12-16 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A
2013-09-03 2013-09-05 2013-09-16 Quarterly 0.24 0% N/A

HWC Dividend FAQ

Hancock Whitney Corporation (NASDAQ:HWC) is a U.S. regional-bank holding company headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi. It delivers a full suite of traditional and digital banking services-including deposits, treasury management, consumer and commercial loans, and trust and investment management-to retail, small-business, and corporate clients. The firm also originates commercial real-estate, construction, and residential mortgage loans, offers lease-based financing, and provides ancillary products such as annuities, life insurance, and brokerage services.

What is the Dividend Yield of HWC?

As of February 2026, HWC`s dividend yield is 3.12%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.80 USD by the current share price of 71.94.

Does HWC pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, HWC paid a dividend of 1.80 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-05 and the payout was 0.45 USD.

How often does HWC pay dividends?

HWC pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, HWC has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-05.

HWC dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for HWC for the next 4 payments are between 0.317 (-29.6%) and 0.345 (-23.3%).
This represents a significant dividend cut compared to the last payment.

Will HWC pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.45 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-05. The next Ex-Dividend date for Hancock Whitney (HWC) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for HWC?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Hancock Whitney (HWC) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of HWC?

HWC's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 13.6% per year.
Strong growth: HWC's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of HWC?

HWC's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 5.52%. If you bought HWC's shares at 32.62 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.80 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 5.52% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of HWC?

HWC Payout Consistency is 94.8%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: Hancock Whitney has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does HWC have a good Dividend Yield?

HWC`s 3.12% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of HWC?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of HWC is 31.7%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of HWC?

HWC`s Overall Dividend Rating is 77.93%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

HWC Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in HWC's Outstanding Shares?

Hancock Whitney's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.58% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 81.6%).

Neutral: Share count is relatively stable with minor dilution. This has minimal impact on dividend per share calculations.

Has HWC ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Mar 19, 2004 with a ratio of 2:1.

This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2011 66,000,000
2012 86,000,000 +30.3%
2013 83,000,000 -3.49%
2014 82,000,000 -1.2%
2015 78,000,000 -4.88%
2016 78,000,000
2017 85,000,000 +8.97%
2018 86,000,000 +1.18%
2019 87,000,000 +1.16%
2020 87,000,000
2021 87,000,000
2022 86,000,000 -1.15%
2023 86,000,000
2024 87,000,000 +1.16%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-01 02:17