Stellar Bancorp hikes dividend by 7.1%
On November 20, 2025, Stellar Bancorp (STEL) announced a 7.1% dividend increase, raising its quarterly payout to $0.15 per share. Based on a share price of $31.48, the new dividend represents a 2% yield.
This marks the bank’s second consecutive year of dividend growth, following a 7.7% increase in 2024. The latest hike keeps the payout moving higher while the share price is up about 7.3% year-to-date, leaving the yield around 2% for income-focused investors. The ex-dividend date is December 15, 2025.
Stellar Bancorp is a regional banking company operating under the Stellar Bank brand, serving commercial and retail customers in Texas. Learn more at the bank’s official website.
Stellar Bancorp (STEL) – Dividend growth & total return
Company
Stellar Bancorp
Symbol
STEL
Sector
Financials – Commercial Bank (quarterly dividend)
| Year | Dividend hike/cut | Stock Price TR |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 (YTD) | 7,1% | 4,0% |
| 2024 | 7,7% | 9,9% |
| 2023 | 0,0% | -12,8% |
| 2022 | 0,0% | -8,6% |
| 2021 | 30,0% | 31,7% |
| 2020 | 0,0% | -3,0% |
| 5 yr CAGR* | 8,4% | -0,9% |
Updated: 26 November 2025
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