Peoples Bancorp Announces Cash Dividend

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Peoples Bancorp (Nasdaq: PEBK) declared a regular cash dividend of $0.21 per share for Q1 2026. The dividend will be paid on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 4, 2026. Shareholders are invited to enroll in the Company's Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan.

Peoples Bank operates 15 banking offices across Catawba, Alexander, Lincoln, Mecklenburg and Iredell counties, plus loan production offices in Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan and Forsyth counties.

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• Declared $0.21 cash dividend per share for Q1 2026
• Dividend payable on March 16, 2026 to record holders as of March 4, 2026
• Company promotes participation in its Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan

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NEWTON, NC / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2026 / The Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc., Newton, NC (Nasdaq:PEBK) declared the Company's regular cash dividend for the first quarter of 2026 in the amount of $0.21 per share. The first quarter cash dividend will be paid on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 4, 2026.

Shareholders are encouraged to enroll in the Company's Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan. For details, contact Krissy Price at (828) 464-5620 or (800) 948-7195 or you may email any questions to our transfer agent, Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions, Inc. at shareholder@broadridge.com.

Peoples Bank operates 15 banking offices in North Carolina, with offices in Catawba, Alexander, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, and Iredell Counties. The Bank also operates loan production offices in Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, and Forsyth Counties. The Company's common stock is publicly traded and is listed on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "PEBK."

Statements made in this press release, other than those concerning historical information, should be considered forward-looking statements pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to management and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those described in Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc.'s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, under "General Description of Business" and otherwise in the Company's reports and filings.

Contact:

William D. Cable, Sr.
President and Chief Executive Officer

Jeffrey N. Hooper
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Phone: 828-464-5620

SOURCE: Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc.

View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire

FAQ

What dividend did Peoples Bancorp (PEBK) declare for Q1 2026?

Peoples Bancorp declared a $0.21 per share cash dividend for Q1 2026. According to the company, the dividend is payable on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 4, 2026.

When will PEBK shareholders receive the March 2026 dividend payment?

PEBK will pay the Q1 2026 cash dividend on March 16, 2026. According to the company, eligible shareholders must be on record by March 4, 2026 to receive the payment.

How can PEBK shareholders enroll in the Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan?

Shareholders can enroll in the Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan via the company or transfer agent. According to the company, contact Krissy Price or Broadridge at shareholder@broadridge.com for details and enrollment instructions.

What is Peoples Bancorp's (PEBK) footprint relevant to this dividend announcement?

Peoples Bank operates 15 banking offices in North Carolina and several loan production offices. According to the company, branches are in Catawba, Alexander, Lincoln, Mecklenburg and Iredell counties.

Who can investors contact with questions about the PEBK dividend?

Investors can contact the company's investor relations and transfer agent for dividend questions. According to the company, call 828-464-5620 or 800-948-7195, or email shareholder@broadridge.com for assistance.