BCB Bancorp lifts quarterly dividend by 20% - quick facts

BCB Bancorp, Inc. (BCBP) said Friday the Board unanimously approved a 20% increase in the payment of quarterly cash dividend to $0.12 per share from $0.10 per share, to shareholders of record on October 30, payable on November 14, 2008.

Donald Mindiak, President & chief Executive Officer commented, " We take great pride in the declaration of the payment of this quarterly cash dividend, which is 20% greater than the prior quarter, in that we believe this represents the Board's confidence in the Company's ability to provide our shareholders' with a competitive return on their investment. It also bespeaks the Board's confidence in management's ability to prudently manage the risks associated with the complex and challenging operating environment we are presently experiencing. As we continue on in this endeavor, we will strive to find and implement initiatives that have the capacity of increasing franchise and shareholder value."

by RTTNews Staff Writer

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