Westamerica Bancorporation Raises Quarterly Dividend to $0.48/Share

Westamerica Bancorporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.48 per share, marking a two-cent increase from the previous quarter. The dividend is payable on May 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 4, 2026. Chairman, President, and CEO David Payne attributed the increase to the company's consistent earnings, strong financial position, and prudent risk management. This follows the company's recent report of $27.4 million in net income for the first quarter of 2026.