Why Lakeland Financial (LKFN) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Lakeland Financial (LKFN) have what it takes?

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 16, 2026

Dividend Champion, Contender, And Challenger Highlights: Week Of October 18

A weekly summary of dividend activity for Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers. Companies that changed their dividends. Companies with upcoming ex-dividend dates.

Seeking Alpha • 20 hours ago

Lake City Bank Announces Significant Market Expansion in Fort Wayne at Electric Works

WARSAW, Ind., Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lake City Bank is pleased to announce significant expansion in the Fort Wayne market due to its continued growth. The bank will lease approximately 15,025 square feet in Electric Works that will serve as the market headquarters of the bank's Commercial Banking and Credit Administration teams. In addition, the bank will open a 2,500 square foot full-service branch at Electric Works to serve the growing community generated by the further development taking place at the Electric Works campus. The expansion further strengthens the bank's commitment to serving the Fort Wayne community while investing in one of Northeast Indiana's most transformative developments that has become a destination for businesses, entrepreneurs, residents and visitors from across the region.

GlobeNewsWire • Oct 7, 2026

Why Lakeland Financial (LKFN) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Lakeland Financial (LKFN) have what it takes?

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 30, 2026

Lake City Bank Named to Piper Sandler Sm-All Stars Class of 2026; Among Top 25 Small-cap Banks and Thrifts in the Country

WARSAW, Indiana, Sept. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lake City Bank, the single bank subsidiary of Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: LKFN), announced it was named to the Piper Sandler Sm-All Stars Class of 2026, which recognizes the top performing small-cap banks and thrifts across the United States. Lake City Bank was among only 25 institutions recognized nationwide and was the only bank headquartered in Indiana to make the list.

GlobeNewsWire • Sep 22, 2026

Lakeland Financial (LKFN) Could Be a Great Choice

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Lakeland Financial (LKFN) have what it takes?

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 14, 2026

Lake City Bank Ranked Among Top Performing U.S. Banks in Bank Director Magazine's 2026 RankingBanking

WARSAW, Ind., Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lake City Bank, the single bank subsidiary of Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: LKFN), announced today that the bank ranked 15th in its peer group of banks in Bank Director Magazine's 2026 RankingBanking analysis of the 300 largest publicly traded banks in the United States.

GlobeNewsWire • Aug 25, 2026

Lakeland Financial: A Well-Managed Indiana Bank But A Bit Too Expensive For Me

Lakeland Financial delivered strong Q2 results, with net profit up 5% and EPS rising 8% to $1.14. LKFN's robust loan book and reduced loan loss provisions drove improved profitability and a payout ratio below 50%. The stock trades at roughly 2x tangible book and 13-14x earnings, reflecting market appreciation for its quality metrics.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 3, 2026

Lakeland Financial Reports Record Second Quarter Performance; Net Income Increases 5% to $28.4 million on 7% Revenue Expansion; Average Loans Grow by 6%

WARSAW, Ind., July 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq Global Select/LKFN), parent company of Lake City Bank, today reported record second quarter net income of $28.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, which represents an increase of $1.5 million, or 5%, compared to net income of $27.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025. Diluted earnings per share of $1.13 for the second quarter of 2026 also represents a record second quarter performance and increased $0.09, or 9%, compared to $1.04 for the second quarter of 2025. On a linked quarter basis, net income increased $2.0 million, or 7%, from $26.5 million. Diluted earnings per share increased $0.09, or 9%, from $1.04 on a linked quarter basis.

GlobeNewsWire • Jul 27, 2026

Lakeland Financial (LKFN) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

Lakeland Financial (LKFN) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.13 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.07 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.04 per share a year ago.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 27, 2026