What changed
FHLBank Chicago's Board declared a 9.75% annualized dividend for Class B1 activity stock and a 3.75% annualized dividend for Class B2 membership stock, based on preliminary Q3 2026 financial results. Dividends will be paid to member DID accounts on November 13, 2026. The higher Class B1 rate lowers members' borrowing costs by an estimated 26.77 basis points. The Bank expects to maintain at least a 9.50% annualized dividend for Class B1 activity stock for Q4 2026 and Q1 2027.