• Peter Winter from D.A. Davidson sets a price target of $39 for NASDAQ:DCOM, indicating a potential upside of approximately 14.03%.
• DCOM reports a new 52-week high, with earnings per share (EPS) of $0.79, surpassing analysts' estimates.
• The company announces a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, highlighting its strong financial health and commitment to shareholder value.

Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) is a financial institution that provides banking services primarily in the United States. The company offers a range of services including savings accounts, loans, and other financial products. Dime Community competes with other regional banks and financial institutions in the market.

On January 22, 2026, Peter Winter from D.A. Davidson set a price target of $39 for DCOM. At that time, the stock was trading at $34.20, suggesting a potential upside of approximately 14.03%. This optimistic outlook aligns with the company's recent performance, as highlighted by its strong earnings report.

DCOM recently reached a new 52-week high, driven by better-than-expected earnings. The stock peaked at $34.45 and last traded at $32.72, with a trading volume exceeding 1.1 million shares. This is a significant increase from its previous close of $30.12, reflecting investor confidence in the company's financial health.

The company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.79 for the quarter, surpassing analysts' estimates of $0.70 by $0.09. Dime Community also generated revenue of $123.85 million, exceeding the expected $118.14 million. These figures demonstrate the company's strong financial performance and ability to exceed market expectations.

Dime Community's return on equity stands at 7.81%, with a net margin of 8.72%. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, amounting to an annual dividend of $1 per share. This dividend is payable on January 23rd to investors recorded by January 16th, providing additional value to shareholders.