AUB

Atlantic Union (AUB), a Northeast-based bank holding company, is highlighted as a strong dividend play with a 3.95% yield, significantly outperforming the S&P 500's 1.38% yield. The company has increased its dividend 4 times over the past 5 years with an average annual increase of 6.64%, and earnings are expected to grow 9.30% in 2026. With a conservative 41% payout ratio and a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), AUB presents a compelling opportunity for income investors seeking consistent cash flow.

Atlantic Union Bancorp is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on October 20 with consensus EPS of $0.96 (up 14.3% YoY) and revenues of $391.81 million (up 4.4% YoY). The company has a positive Earnings ESP of +1.91% with a Zacks Rank #3, suggesting a likely earnings beat. Atlantic Union has beaten consensus estimates in 3 of the last 4 quarters.

Atlantic Union (AUB), a Northeast bank holding company, shows strong potential for another earnings beat in its upcoming October 20, 2026 report. The company has demonstrated a consistent streak of beating earnings estimates with an average surprise of 1.66% over the last two quarters and currently has a positive Earnings ESP of +1.91%, combined with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating.