FIRST BANK EXPANDS CHARLOTTE PRESENCE WITH NEW SOUTHPARK BRANCH AND OFFICE

First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FBNC) subsidiary First Bank has opened a new SouthPark branch and office in Charlotte, expanding its local presence.

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First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FBNC) subsidiary First Bank has opened a new SouthPark branch and office in Charlotte, expanding its local presence.

The location will offer commercial and business banking, personal banking, lending and wealth management services. The expanded office space will also support associates serving clients across the Charlotte market. First Bank describes the investment as part of its long-term commitment to Charlotte.

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11/06/2026 - 08:00 AM EST

Strategic investment strengthens First Bank's presence and supports growth in the Charlotte market

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Bank, a subsidiary of First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FBNC), announced the opening of its new SouthPark branch and office, marking an important milestone for the bank and a significant investment in its continued growth in Charlotte.

"Charlotte has been an important part of First Bank's growth, and our investment in SouthPark reflects our long-term commitment to this market," said Adam Currie, CEO of First Bank. "We've assembled an exceptional team here and built strong relationships with the clients and communities we serve. This new location gives our team greater resources to serve our clients, pursue new opportunities and strengthen our position in the market."

That momentum is backed by strong financial performance and national recognition. In 2026, First Bank was named to Forbes' inaugural list of the World's Top Performing Banks, which evaluates financial institutions using objective measures including profitability, growth and earnings quality, capital and funding resilience, and asset quality and efficiency. Earlier in the year, First Bank was ranked No. 14 among U.S. public banks with more than $10 billion in assets by S&P Global Market Intelligence, based on 2025 financial performance across measures of growth, profitability, safety and soundness.

"SouthPark represents an exciting next step for our team and the clients we serve," said Andrew Griffin, SVP, Regional Executive for Charlotte. "We bring deep experience in this market and a commitment to understanding each client's needs and delivering the right solutions. This new space allows us to elevate that experience while continuing to build lasting relationships across the region."

The SouthPark location will offer a comprehensive range of financial services, including commercial and business banking, personal banking, lending and wealth management solutions. The expanded office space will also support First Bank associates serving clients across the Charlotte market. SouthPark reflects the continued evolution of First Bank, pairing a strong regional presence with the people, expertise and resources to serve a growing market well into the future.

About First Bank
First Bank is the banking subsidiary of First Bancorp and is headquartered in Southern Pines, North Carolina, with total assets of approximately $13.2 billion. As a state-chartered community-focused bank, First Bank operates 113 bank branches in North Carolina and South Carolina. Since 1935, First Bank has taken a tailored approach to banking, combining best-in-class financial solutions and helpful local expertise to help customers achieve their dreams. First Bancorp's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "FBNC." Visit www.LocalFirstBank.com to learn more. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.