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Dividend Increase of 5.6%: Trustco Shareholders Benefit From Corporate Success As Company Announces Increased Payout

1. TrustCo increased quarterly dividend to $0.38 per share, 5.6% rise. 2. Dividend payable on October 1, 2025, to shareholders recorded by September 5. 3. TrustCo has paid dividends since 1904, emphasizing financial stability. 4. Company continues share buyback program to enhance shareholder value. 5. Stable financial position allows for consistent dividend growth despite market uncertainties.

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Why Bullish?

The 5.6% dividend increase reflects strong corporate performance and stability, which typically attracts investors. Historically, dividend increases are positively correlated with stock price appreciation, as seen with similar financial institutions in stable economic conditions.

How important is it?

This announcement signifies financial health and attracts investor confidence, likely influencing TRST's market performance positively. The consistent dividend payments and buyback program are strong signals of TrustCo’s commitment to shareholder value.

Why Short Term?

The immediate positive impact from the dividend increase is expected as investors react to this news. Short-term price appreciation can often be observed after dividend announcements.

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August 19, 2025 16:00 ET  | Source: TrustCo Bank Corp NY GLENVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of TrustCo Bank Corp NY (TrustCo, Nasdaq: TRST) on August 19, 2025 declared an increased quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share, or $1.52 per share on an annualized basis. The declared dividend represents an increase of 5.6% over the prior dividend amount. The dividend will be payable on October 1, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 5, 2025. Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer Robert J. McCormick said: “Corporate performance at the level achieved by TrustCo is the culmination of years of planning, hard work, and determination. These attributes have been the hallmarks of TrustCo as it has paid a dividend every quarter since 1904. The resulting capital position supports not only our independence from borrowing, but the increased payout announced today and the ongoing execution on our authorized million-share buyback initiative. It is our distinct privilege to build upon and enhance the century-long tradition of distributing a solid payout to our owners and building long-term shareholder value.” About TrustCo Bank Corp NY TrustCo Bank Corp NY is a $6.3 billion savings and loan holding company and through its subsidiary, Trustco Bank, operated 136 offices in New York, New Jersey, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Florida as of June 30, 2025. In addition, the Bank’s Wealth Management Department offers a full range of investment services, retirement planning and trust and estate administration services. The common shares of TrustCo are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol TRST. Forward-Looking Statements All statements in this news release that are not historical are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "goal," "seek," "believe," "project," "estimate," "expect," "strategy," "future," "likely," "may," "should," "will" and similar references to future developments, results or periods. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements we make regarding our expectations for our future performance, including our expectations regarding our capital position and capital management strategy, including our stock repurchase program. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations as well as certain assumptions and estimates made by, and information available to, management at the time the statements are made. TrustCo wishes to caution readers not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made and which are subject to factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially for TrustCo from the views, beliefs and projections expressed in or implied by such statements, including but not limited to, risks and uncertainties relating to future changes in interest rates; external economic factors, such as changes the interest rate policies of the Federal Reserve Board and other changes in monetary policy, as well as ongoing inflationary pressures and continued elevated prices; exposure to credit risk in our lending activities; the risk of weakness in residential real estate markets; limitations on our ability to pay dividends; the impact of the manner in which we allocate capital; the risks and uncertainties set forth under the heading “Risk Factors” in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and, if any, our subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q; the financial, operational and legal risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in TrustCo’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including within the cautionary statements contained in such filings; and the effect of all of such items on our operations, liquidity and capital position, and on the financial condition of our borrowers and other customers. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release represent TrustCo management’s judgment as of the date of this news release. TrustCo disclaims, however, any intent or obligation to update forward-looking statements, either as a result of future developments, new information or otherwise, except as may be required by law. Subsidiary: Trustco Bank    Contact: Robert M. Leonard Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer (518) 381-3693   

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