Middlefield Banc Corp. Announces 2026 First-Quarter Cash Dividend Payment

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Middlefield Banc Corp (NASDAQ: MBCN) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per common share for the 2026 first quarter. The dividend is payable on February 27, 2026 to shareholders of record as of February 17, 2026.

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MIDDLEFIELD, Ohio, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Middlefield Banc Corp. (NASDAQ: MBCN) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per common share. The 2026 first-quarter dividend is payable on February 27, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 17, 2026.

About Middlefield Banc Corp.
Middlefield Banc Corp., headquartered in Middlefield, Ohio, is the Bank holding Company of The Middlefield Banking Company, with total assets of $1.98 billion at September 30, 2025. The Bank operates 21 full-service banking centers and an LPL Financial® brokerage office serving Ada, Beachwood, Bellefontaine, Chardon, Cortland, Dublin, Garrettsville, Kenton, Mantua, Marysville, Middlefield, Newbury, Orwell, Plain City, Powell, Solon, Sunbury, Twinsburg, and Westerville. The Bank also operates a Loan Production Office in Mentor, Ohio.

Additional information is available at www.middlefieldbank.bank

This press release of Middlefield Banc Corp. and the reports Middlefield Banc Corp. files with the Securities and Exchange Commission often contain "forward-looking statements" relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry and, specifically, the financial operations, markets and products of Middlefield Banc Corp. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties. There are a number of important factors that could cause Middlefield Banc Corp.'s future results to differ materially from historical performance or projected performance. These factors include, but are not limited to: (1) a significant increase in competitive pressures among financial institutions; (2) changes in the interest rate environment that may reduce interest margins; (3) changes in prepayment speeds, charge-offs and loan loss provisions; (4) less favorable than expected general economic conditions; (5) legislative or regulatory changes that may adversely affect businesses in which Middlefield Banc Corp. is engaged; (6) technological issues which may adversely affect Middlefield Banc Corp.'s financial operations or customers; (7) changes in the securities markets; or (8) risk factors mentioned in the reports and registration statements Middlefield Banc Corp. files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Middlefield Banc Corp. undertakes no obligation to release revisions to these forward-looking statements or to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release.

Company Contact:	Investor and Media Contact:
Ron Zimmerly President and Chief Executive Officer Middlefield Banc Corp. (419) 673-1217 RZimmerly@middlefieldbank.com	Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 andrew@smberger.com

FAQ

What dividend did Middlefield Banc Corp (MBCN) declare for 2026 Q1?

The company declared a $0.21 per share quarterly cash dividend. According to the company, the dividend applies to common shares and covers the 2026 first quarter with payment set for February 27, 2026.

When is the Middlefield Banc Corp (MBCN) 2026 Q1 dividend payable and who is eligible?

The dividend is payable on February 27, 2026 to eligible shareholders. According to the company, shareholders of record on February 17, 2026 will receive the 2026 first-quarter cash dividend.

What is the record date for Middlefield Banc Corp (MBCN) 2026 first-quarter dividend?

The record date is February 17, 2026, determining eligibility for the payment. According to the company, only shareholders recorded by that date will be paid on the announced February 27, 2026 payment date.

How much cash income does a shareholder get per share from MBCN's 2026 Q1 dividend?

Shareholders receive $0.21 in cash per common share for the 2026 first quarter. According to the company, that amount will be distributed on February 27, 2026 to holders of record as of February 17, 2026.

How should investors in Middlefield Banc Corp (MBCN) prepare for the February 2026 dividend?

Confirm share ownership before the February 17, 2026 record date to qualify for the dividend. According to the company, the declared $0.21 per share dividend will be paid on February 27, 2026 to recorded holders.