What changed
United Bankshares declared a third quarter dividend of $0.38 per share for shareholders of record as of September 11, 2026, payable October 1, 2026. The payout totals approximately $51.8 million on 136.2 million shares. The board also approved a new repurchase plan for up to 6.8 million shares, or approximately 5% of outstanding common stock, replacing the prior November 2025 plan. United had consolidated assets of approximately $34 billion as of June 30, 2026.
Why it matters
United Bankshares declared a third quarter dividend of $0.38 per share for shareholders of record as of September 11, 2026, payable October 1, 2026. The payout totals approximately $51.8 million on 136.2 million shares. The board also approved a new repurchase plan for up to 6.8 million shares, or approximately 5% of outstanding common stock, replacing the prior November 2025 plan. United had consolidated assets of approximately $34 billion as of June 30, 2026.