First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. current report, 16 February 2017

First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. - 8-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 8-K was filed by First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. on February 16, 2017. The report details a corporate action taken by the Board of Directors regarding shareholder dividends.

Key Financial Metrics

The filing does not provide comprehensive financial statements, revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. The only financial figure disclosed is the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per share on outstanding common stock.

Material Changes

The primary event reported is the declaration of the 95th consecutive quarterly dividend. No other material changes to operations or financial condition are disclosed in this specific filing.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

The filing contains no forward-looking guidance, management commentary on future performance, or discussion of risks and contingencies. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on March 31, 2017, to shareholders of record as of March 21, 2017.

Key Facts for Investors to Verify

  • Dividend amount: $0.16 per share.
  • Record date: March 21, 2017.
  • Payment date: March 31, 2017.
  • Dividend history: This marks the 95th consecutive quarterly dividend paid to common shareholders.
  • Verification needed: Confirm the total number of outstanding shares to calculate the total dividend payout obligation.