Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (NYSE: VRTS), today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $2.45 per common share.
“This ninth consecutive annual dividend increase reflects our continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders,” said CEO George R. Aylward.
“Supported by a solid balance sheet and ongoing cash flow generation, our disciplined approach to capital management allows us to provide an attractive dividend, pursue share repurchase opportunities, and retain appropriate leverage while continuing to invest in the business.”
The third quarter 2026 common stock dividend of $2.45 per share will be paid on November 13, to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 30.
Future declarations of dividends and the establishment of future record and payment dates are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors.
“Virtus,” to quote this morning’s news release, “is a distinctive partnership of boutique investment managers singularly committed to the long-term success of individual and institutional investors.
“We provide investment products and services from our investment managers, each with a distinct investment style and autonomous investment process, as well as select sub-advisers. Investment solutions are available across multiple disciplines and product types to meet a wide array of investor needs.”
VTUS opened Thursday down $2.31, or 1,4%, to $166.30.
