Finward Bancorp cuts quarterly dividend to $0.12 from prior quarter's level to build capital

Finward Bancorp

Board declared $0.12 per share dividend payable Feb 5, 2024 to holders of record Jan 23, 2024.
Dividend is lower than Q3 2023 level; CEO cites need to accelerate capital build-up and strengthen balance sheet.
Peoples Bank remains well-capitalized; Board will review dividend policy periodically.
Bank operates under FDIC/DFI consent order that restricts dividends without prior regulatory approval.

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