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Peoples Bancorp Q3 2026 earnings rise to $32.6M

A $0.42 quarterly dividend accompanies two pending acquisitions valued at approximately $76.6 million and $728.1 million.

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Peoples Bancorp Inc. reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $32.6 million, or $0.91 per diluted share, compared with $29.5 million and $0.83 per diluted share in third-quarter 2025. Net interest income was $93.8 million, up 3% year over year, and net interest margin was 4.31%, versus 4.16%.

Provision for credit losses was $3.6 million, compared with $7.3 million a year earlier. Classified loans increased $30.1 million, or 21%, from June 30, while criticized loans decreased $17.7 million, or 6%. At September 30, 2026, liquid and liquefiable assets totaled $667.9 million, and available borrowing capacity was $654.3 million.

The board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per common share. Peoples has agreements for two pending acquisitions: Citizens National Corporation in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $76.6 million, and Capital Bancorp, Inc. in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $728.1 million. Acquisition-related expenses recognized as of September 30 were $0.9 million for Citizens and $1.0 million for Capital.

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  • Moderate pointThird-quarter net income was $32.6 million, versus $29.5 million a year earlier.

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Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Net income $32.6 million Third quarter of 2026
Diluted earnings per common share $0.91 Third quarter of 2026
Net interest income $93.8 million Third quarter of 2026; increased 3% from third-quarter 2025
Net interest margin 4.31% Third quarter of 2026
Quarterly dividend per common share $0.42 Declared October 19, 2026
Citizens acquisition value Approximately $76.6 million Pending cash-and-stock transaction
Capital Bancorp acquisition value Approximately $728.1 million Pending all-stock transaction
Classified loans as a percentage of total loans 2.50% At September 30, 2026
net interest margin financial
"net interest margin was 4.31%"
Net interest margin measures how much a bank earns from lending and investing compared with what it pays for funding, expressed as a percentage of its interest-earning assets. Think of it like a grocery store’s markup: it shows the gap between buying cost and selling price per dollar of goods — here, the cost is interest paid and the sale is interest received. Investors watch it because a higher margin usually means a bank is more profitable and better at managing interest rate and credit conditions.
provision for credit losses financial
"Provision for credit losses was $3.6 million"
Provision for credit losses is an amount set aside by a financial institution to cover potential future losses from borrowers who may not repay their loans. It acts like a safety net, helping the institution manage risks and stay financially healthy. For investors, it signals how cautious a lender is about potential loan defaults and can impact the company's profitability and financial stability.
CECL model financial
"economic forecasts used within the CECL model"
The CECL model (Current Expected Credit Loss) is an accounting approach that requires lenders and other companies holding loans or receivables to estimate and record expected credit losses up front, based on reasonable forecasts of future conditions. For investors, CECL matters because it changes when and how much loss is recognized, which can make earnings and capital cushions swing earlier and more sharply—think of it as setting aside money now because a weather forecast predicts future storms.
classified loans financial
"Classified loans increased $30.1 million"
Classified loans are bank loans that regulators or the bank have flagged as showing credit trouble—ranging from early repayment doubts to loans unlikely to be fully repaid—and placed into risk categories. They matter to investors because a rising share of classified loans signals weaker asset quality and higher potential losses, which can force a lender to build reserves or raise capital, much like seeing more cracked shingles warns a homeowner the roof may soon need costly repairs.
core deposits financial
"core deposits, which excludes brokered deposits"
Core deposits are the stable, everyday customer balances a bank keeps—like checking and savings accounts and regular business deposits—that are unlikely to be withdrawn suddenly. Think of them as a household’s paycheck direct-deposits: predictable, low-cost funding the bank can rely on. For investors, a larger share of core deposits means steadier cash available, lower borrowing needs and interest expenses, and therefore more predictable earnings and lower risk.
Net income $32.6 million Compared with $29.5 million in third-quarter 2025
Diluted earnings per common share $0.91 Compared with $0.83 in third-quarter 2025
Net interest income $93.8 million Increased $2.5 million, or 3%, from third-quarter 2025
Net interest margin 4.31% Compared with 4.16% in third-quarter 2025

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How much did PEBO earn in the third quarter of 2026?
Peoples reported net income of $32.6 million and diluted earnings of $0.91 per common share for the third quarter of 2026. In third-quarter 2025, net income was $29.5 million and diluted earnings were $0.83 per common share.

What dividend did PEBO declare?
Peoples declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per common share on October 19, 2026.

What are the terms of PEBO's pending Citizens acquisition?
Peoples agreed to acquire Citizens National Corporation in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $76.6 million. Peoples announced the definitive agreement on April 21, 2026, and recognized $0.9 million in acquisition-related expenses as of September 30, 2026.

What are the terms of PEBO's pending Capital Bancorp acquisition?
Peoples agreed to acquire Capital Bancorp, Inc. in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $728.1 million. Peoples announced the definitive agreement on September 30, 2026, and recognized $1.0 million in acquisition-related expenses as of that date.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 19, 2026

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PEOPLES BANCORP INC.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
Ohio000-1677231-0987416
(State or other jurisdiction(Commission File(I.R.S. Employer
of incorporation)Number)Identification Number)
138 Putnam Street, PO Box 738
Marietta,Ohio45750-0738
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code:(740)373-3155
Not applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
TWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common shares, without par valuePEBOThe Nasdaq Stock Market
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
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Item 2.02     Results of Operation and Financial Condition.

On October 19, 2026, Peoples Bancorp Inc. ("Peoples") issued a news release regarding its financial results for the third quarter of 2026. A copy of the news release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.
Peoples also provided electronic presentation slides that will be used in connection with its conference call to discuss earnings. A copy of the electronic slides is attached as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

Conference Call to Discuss Earnings:
Peoples will conduct a facilitated conference call to discuss third quarter of 2026 results of operations today at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Daylight Time, with members of Peoples' executive management participating. Analysts, media and individual investors are invited to participate in the conference call by calling (866) 890-9285. A simultaneous webcast of the conference call audio and earnings call presentation will be available online via the “Investor Relations” section of Peoples' website, www.peoplesbancorp.com.  Participants are encouraged to call or sign in at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time to ensure participation and, if required, to download and install the necessary software. A replay of the call will be available on Peoples' website in the “Investor Relations” section for one year.

Item 8.01     Other Events

Declaration of Dividend:

On October 19, 2026, Peoples issued a news release announcing that the Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per common share on October 19, 2026. A copy of the news release is included as Exhibit 99.3 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.


Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

a) Financial statements of businesses acquired
No response required.

b) Pro forma financial information
No response required.

c) Exhibits
See Index to Exhibits on Page 3.














SIGNATURES
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

PEOPLES BANCORP INC.
Date:October 19, 2026By:/s/KATIE BAILEY
Katie Bailey
Executive Vice President,
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
Exhibit NumberDescription
99.1
Earnings News Release issued by Peoples Bancorp Inc. on October 19, 2026
99.2
Presentation slides furnished by Peoples Bancorp Inc. on October 19, 2026
99.3
Dividend News Release issued by Peoples Bancorp Inc. on October 19, 2026
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Filed by: Peoples Bancorp, Inc
(Commission File No.: 000-16772)
Pursuant to the Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended
and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
Subject Company: Capital Bancorp Inc.
(Commission File No.: 001-38671)
Date: September 30, 2026

P.O. BOX 738 - MARIETTA, OHIO - 45750NEWS RELEASE
www.peoplesbancorp.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Katie Bailey
October 20, 2026Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
(740) 376-7138

PEOPLES BANCORP INC. ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER 2026
_____________________________________________________________________

MARIETTA, Ohio - Peoples Bancorp Inc. ("Peoples") (NASDAQ: PEBO) today announced results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. Net income totaled $32.6 million for the third quarter of 2026, representing earnings per diluted common share of $0.91. In comparison, Peoples reported net income of $28.0 million, representing earnings per diluted common share of $0.78, for the second quarter of 2026 and net income of $29.5 million, representing earnings per diluted common share of $0.83, for the third quarter of 2025. Non-core items, which include one-time losses and acquisition-related expenses, negatively impacted earnings per diluted common share by $0.13 for the third quarter of 2026, $0.18 for the second quarter of 2026, and $0.07 for the third quarter of 2025.
"We are very pleased with our strong performance for the third quarter of 2026, highlighted by continued improvement in our net interest margin, net interest income, our fee-based revenue streams, and overall profitability," said Tyler Wilcox, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Our results reflect disciplined execution, and we remain committed to maintaining our momentum through the fourth quarter to close the year in a strong financial position."
Citizens Acquisition:
On April 21, 2026, Peoples announced the signing of a definitive agreement and plan of merger pursuant to which Peoples will acquire Citizens National Corporation ("Citizens"), a bank holding company headquartered in Paintsville, Kentucky, and the parent company of Citizens Bank of Kentucky, Inc. (“Citizens Bank”), in a cash and stock transaction. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Citizens will merge with and into Peoples, and Citizens Bank will subsequently merge with and into Peoples’ wholly owned subsidiary, Peoples Bank, in a transaction valued at approximately $76.6 million. As of September 30, 2026, Peoples recognized $0.9 million in acquisition-related expenses associated with this pending transaction.

Capital Acquisition:
On September 30, 2026, Peoples announced the signing of a definitive agreement and plan of merger pursuant to which Peoples will acquire Capital Bancorp, Inc. ("Capital"), a bank holding company headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, and the parent company of Capital Bank, N.A., in an all stock transaction. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Capital will merge with and into Peoples, and Capital Bank, N.A. will subsequently merge with and into Peoples Bank, in a transaction valued at approximately $728.1 million. As of September 30, 2026, Peoples recognized $1.0 million in acquisition-related expenses associated with this pending transaction.
Quarterly Highlights:
•Net interest margin for the third quarter of 2026 increased to 4.31% when compared to 4.23% for the linked quarter driven by increased investment and loan yields.
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◦Net interest income increased $1.1 million compared to the linked quarter driven by higher loan income.
•Provision for credit losses decreased $1.1 million when compared to the linked quarter.
◦The reduction in the provision for credit losses was due to declines in reserves for individually-analyzed loans and leases, coupled with updates to prepayment, curtailment, and funding rates, partially offset by higher net charge-offs.
◦Period-end total loan and lease balances at September 30, 2026, increased $19.2 million, or 1% annualized, when compared to the linked quarter.
◦The loan growth was largely due to increases in construction loans, commercial and industrial loans, and home equity lines of credit, partially offset by decreases in other commercial real estate loans, residential real estate loans, and leases.
•Total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses, increased $1.5 million, or 5%, for the third quarter of 2026 compared to the linked quarter.
◦The growth was due to increases in lease income, driven by gains on terminated leases, other non-interest income, driven by swap fee income, deposit account service charges, trust and investment income, and bank owned life insurance income.
•Total period-end core deposits, which excludes brokered deposits, increased $19.2 million compared to the linked quarter.
◦The increase was attributable to increases in interest-bearing demand accounts and money market deposit accounts, partially offset by decreases in retail certificates of deposit and non-interest bearing deposits.
Net Interest Income
Net interest income was $93.8 million for the third quarter of 2026, which increased by $1.1 million compared to the linked quarter. Net interest margin was 4.31% for the third quarter of 2026, compared to 4.23% for the linked quarter. The increase in net interest income was driven by higher loan income, while the increase in net interest margin was driven by higher investment and loan yields.
Net interest income for the third quarter of 2026 increased $2.5 million, or 3%, compared to the third quarter of 2025. Net interest margin increased 15 basis points when compared to the third quarter of 2025. The increases in net interest income and net interest margin were primarily driven by lower deposit and borrowing costs compared to the third quarter of 2025.
Accretion income, net of amortization expense, from acquisitions was $1.0 million for the third quarter of 2026, $1.1 million for the linked quarter and $1.7 million for the third quarter of 2025, which added four basis points, five basis points and eight basis points, respectively, to net interest margin. The decrease in accretion income for the third quarter of 2026 when compared to the linked quarter and third quarter of 2025 was driven by less accretion income recognized in the current period from the 2023 merger with Limestone Bancorp, Inc.
For the first nine months of 2026, net interest income increased $12.8 million compared to the same period of 2025, while net interest margin increased eight basis points to 4.23%. The increases in net interest income and net interest margin were driven by lower deposit costs compared to the first nine months of 2025.
Accretion income, net of amortization expense, was $3.4 million for the first nine months of 2026, compared to $7.8 million of accretion income recognized in the first nine months of 2025. Accretion income contributed five basis points and 12 basis points to net interest margin in the first nine months of 2026 and 2025, respectively.

Provision for Credit Losses:
The provision for credit losses was $3.6 million for the third quarter of 2026, compared to $4.7 million for the linked quarter, and $7.3 million for the third quarter of 2025. The provision for credit losses for the third quarter of 2026 was driven by net charge-offs, partially offset by a decrease in reserves for individually-analyzed loans and leases and updates to prepayment, curtailment, and funding rates. The provision for credit losses for the linked quarter was primarily driven by net charge-offs and an increase in reserves for individually analyzed loans and leases, partially offset by a reduction of balances within higher loss rate segments. The provision for credit losses for the third quarter of 2025 was primarily driven by (i) net charge-offs, (ii) loan growth, and (iii) a slight deterioration in the economic forecasts used within the current expected credit loss ("CECL") model, partially offset by reductions in reserves for individually analyzed loans and leases.
The provision for credit losses during the first nine months of 2026 was $18.0 million and was primarily driven by net charge-offs and a deterioration of macroeconomic conditions used within the CECL model, partially offset by updates to prepayment, curtailment, and funding rates, and a reduction in balances of loans and leases within higher loss rate segments. The provision for credit losses for the same period of 2025 was $34.1 million and was mainly a result of (i) net charge-offs, (ii) an increase in reserves for individually analyzed loans and leases, (iii) an increase in reserves for leases originated by the North Star Leasing division, (iv) deterioration in the economic forecasts used within the CECL model, and (v) loan growth.
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The provision for credit losses recorded represents the amount needed to maintain the appropriate level of the allowance for credit losses based on management’s quarterly estimates. The provision for credit losses negatively impacted earnings per diluted common share by $0.08 for the third quarter of 2026, $0.10 for the second quarter of 2026, and $0.16 for the third quarter of 2025. The provision for credit losses negatively impacted earnings per diluted common share by $0.39 and $0.75 for the first nine months of 2026 and 2025, respectively.
For additional information on net charge-offs, credit trends and the allowance for credit losses, see the "Asset Quality" section below.
Net Gains and Losses:
Net gains and losses include gains and losses on investment securities, asset disposals and other transactions, which are included in total non-interest income on the Consolidated Statements of Income. The net loss for the third quarter of 2026 was $4.8 million, compared to a net loss of $8.6 million for the linked quarter, and a net loss of $3.1 million for the third quarter of 2025. The net loss for each of the third and second quarter of 2026 was driven by the sale of $58.5 million of available-for-sale securities at a net loss of $4.5 million and the sale of $135.2 million of available-for-sale investment securities at a net loss of $8.2 million, respectively, as Peoples continued to manage its balance sheet under $10 billion in assets ahead of the Citizens merger. The net loss for the third quarter of 2025 was driven by a $2.7 million net loss on the sale of lower yielding available-for-sale securities.
The net losses realized during the first nine months of 2026 and 2025 were $13.9 million and $3.7 million, respectively. The net loss for the first nine months of 2026 was driven by the aforementioned investment portfolio restructures during the second and third quarters. The net loss for the first nine months of 2025 was primarily driven by the
$2.7 million net loss on the sale of lower yielding available-for-sale investment securities.

Total Non-interest Income, Excluding Net Gains and Losses:
Total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses, for the third quarter of 2026 increased $1.5 million compared to the linked quarter. The increase in non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses, was primarily impacted by increases of $0.7 million in lease income, driven by an increase in gains on terminated leases, $0.2 million in other non-interest income, driven by swap fee income, $0.2 million in deposit account service charges, and $0.2 million in trust and investment income, driven by higher assets under management. Total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses, for the third quarter of 2026 was 25% of total revenue (defined as net interest income plus total non-interest income excluding net gains and losses), compared to 24% for the linked quarter.
Compared to the third quarter of 2025, total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses, increased $3.6 million due to increases of $2.1 million in lease income, driven by higher operating lease income and gains on terminated leases, $0.8 million in trust and investment income, driven by an increase in assets under administration and management, $0.4 million in deposit account services charges, and $0.3 million in mortgage banking income, partially offset by a decrease of $0.2 million in insurance income.
During the first nine months of 2026, total non-interest income, excluding gains and losses, increased $6.6 million, or 8%, when compared to the same period of 2025. The increase was primarily due to increases of $3.9 million in lease income, driven by operating lease income, $2.0 million in trust and investment income, driven by an increase in assets under administration and management, $1.1 million in deposit account service charges, and $0.7 million in mortgage banking income, partially offset by decreases of $0.9 million in both insurance income and other non-interest income, driven by lower swap fee income.

Total Non-interest Expense:
Total non-interest expense increased $1.8 million for the third quarter of 2026, compared to the linked quarter. The increase in total non-interest expense was primarily due to increases of $0.7 million in professional fees, driven by acquisition-related expenses, $0.5 million in salaries and employee benefits costs, driven by an increase in sales-based incentives, $0.4 million in marketing expense, due to a vendor incentive received in the second quarter of 2026, and $0.2 million in operating lease expense, which were partially offset by a decrease of $0.1 million in travel and entertainment expense, driven by timing of travel.
Compared to the third quarter of 2025, total non-interest expense increased $4.6 million. The increase in total non-interest expense was primarily driven by increases of $1.9 million in professional fees, driven by acquisition-related expenses, $1.9 million in salaries and benefit costs due to annual merit increases coupled with higher sales levels and overall company performance measures used in calculating incentive awards, $1.0 million in operating lease expense, $0.5 million in data processing and software expense due to costs associated with recent technology projects, partially offset by a decrease of $0.5 million in amortization of other intangible assets, driven by decreases in amortization on core deposits and customer relationship intangibles.
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For the first nine months of 2026, total non-interest expense increased $7.9 million, when compared to the same period of 2025. This increase was primarily driven by increases of $3.0 million in salaries and employee benefit costs due to annual merit increases and an increase in sales incentives, $2.5 million in operating lease expense, driven by the increase in operating lease volume, $2.0 million in professional fees, driven by acquisition-related expenses, and $1.6 million in data processing and software expenses driven by recent technology projects, partially offset by a decrease of $1.5 million in amortization of other intangible assets, due to decreases in amortization on core deposits and customer relationship intangibles.
The table below summarizes the amount of acquisition-related expenses for each line item that is a component of non-interest expense. Acquisition-related expenses are considered a non-core non-interest expense by Peoples. This information is used by Peoples to provide information useful to investors in understanding Peoples' operating performance and trends.
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Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
20262026202520262025
(Dollars in thousands)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)
Non-interest expense:
Salaries and employee benefit costs40,560 40,012 38,698 $120,407 $117,412 
Data processing and software expense7,890 7,850 7,356 23,276 21,717 
Net occupancy and equipment expense5,806 5,765 5,896 17,795 17,198 
Professional fees4,743 4,018 2,798 11,514 9,495 
Electronic banking expense2,337 2,225 2,161 6,643 6,204 
Operating lease expense2,010 1,797 1,039 5,611 3,077 
Amortization of other intangible assets1,697 1,697 2,211 5,091 6,635 
Other loan expenses1,309 1,278 1,385 3,710 3,717 
FDIC insurance premiums1,260 1,370 1,284 4,040 3,786 
Marketing expense1,004 604 1,001 2,494 2,622 
Franchise tax expense956 972 916 2,932 2,523 
Communication expense598 605 664 1,792 2,110 
Travel and entertainment expense595 726 796 1,904 2,009 
Other non-interest expense3,775 3,840 3,689 11,725 12,538 
  Total non-interest expense74,540 72,759 69,894 218,934 211,043 
Acquisition-related non-interest expense:
Professional fees1,442 338 — 1,795 — 
Marketing expense32 52 — 84 — 
Travel and entertainment expense22 10 — 32 — 
Other non-interest expense2 10 — 12 — 
Net occupancy and equipment expense— — — 1 — 
  Total acquisition-related non-interest expense1,498 410 — 1,924 — 
Non-interest expense excluding acquisition-related expense:
Salaries and employee benefit costs40,560 40,012 38,698 120,407 117,412 
Data processing and software expense7,890 7,850 7,356 23,276 21,717 
Net occupancy and equipment expense5,806 5,765 5,896 17,794 17,198 
Professional fees3,301 3,680 2,798 9,719 9,495 
Electronic banking expense2,337 2,225 2,161 6,643 6,204 
Operating lease expense2,010 1,797 1,039 5,611 3,077 
Amortization of other intangible assets1,697 1,697 2,211 5,091 6,635 
Other loan expenses1,309 1,278 1,385 3,710 3,717 
FDIC insurance premiums1,260 1,370 1,284 4,040 3,786 
Marketing expense972 552 1,001 2,410 2,622 
Franchise tax expense956 972 916 2,932 2,523 
Communication expense598 605 664 1,792 2,110 
Travel and entertainment expense573 716 796 1,872 2,009 
Other non-interest expense3,773 3,830 3,689 11,713 12,538 
Total non-interest expense excluding acquisition-related expense73,042 72,349 69,894 $217,010 $211,043 

The efficiency ratio for the third quarter of 2026 was 58.5%, compared to 58.3% for the linked quarter and 57.1% for the third quarter of 2025. The efficiency ratio increased slightly compared to the linked quarter mainly as the result of
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higher non-interest expense, largely driven by acquisition-related expenses. The efficiency ratio for the first nine months of 2026 was 58.5%, compared to 59.0% for the same period of 2025. The efficiency ratio improved compared to the same period of 2025 due to higher revenue. The efficiency ratio adjusted for non-core items was 57.3% and 57.9% for the third and second quarters of 2026, respectively. Peoples continues to focus on controlling expenses, while recognizing necessary costs in order to continue growing the business.
Income Tax Expense:
Peoples recorded income tax expense of $8.8 million with an effective tax rate of 21.2% for the third quarter of 2026, compared to income tax expense of $7.7 million with an effective tax rate of 21.6% for the linked quarter and income tax expense of $8.5 million with an effective tax rate of 22.4% for the third quarter of 2025. Income tax expense for each of the first nine months of 2026 and 2025 was $24.8 million and $21.8 million, respectively, with an associated effective tax rate of 21.7% and 22.5%, respectively. The increase in income tax expense when compared to the linked quarter was driven by higher pretax income in the third quarter of 2026 and a $0.5 million benefit relating to tax credits purchased in the second quarter of 2026. The increase in income tax expense when compared to the nine month period ended September 30, 2025, was driven by higher pretax income.
Investment Securities and Liquidity:
Peoples' investment portfolio primarily consists of available-for-sale investment securities reported at fair value and held-to-maturity investment securities reported at amortized cost. The available-for-sale investment securities balance at September 30, 2026, decreased $68.9 million when compared to at June 30, 2026, decreased $179.2 million when compared to at December 31, 2025, and decreased $171.8 million when compared to at September 30, 2025. The decrease in available-for-sale investment securities compared to all prior periods was driven by the aforementioned sales of available-for-sale investment securities. The unrealized losses, net of tax, on available-for-sale investment securities recognized within accumulated other comprehensive loss were $99.8 million at September 30, 2026, $71.2 million at June 30, 2026, $71.0 million at December 31, 2025, and $90.9 million at September 30, 2025. The increase in accumulated other comprehensive loss compared to the linked quarter was the result of the changes in the market value of available-for-sale investment securities during the period. At September 30, 2026, Peoples’ investment securities represented approximately 18.3% of total assets, compared to 19.1% at June 30, 2026, and 20.5% at both December 31, 2025 and September 30, 2025. As of the third quarter of 2026, the decrease in the percentage of investment securities was mainly due to the aforementioned available-for-sale investment restructures.
The held-to-maturity investment securities balance at September 30, 2026, increased $10.7 million when compared to at June 30, 2026, decreased $44.8 million when compared to at December 31, 2025, and decreased $53.7 million when compared to at September 30, 2025. The increase when compared to the linked quarter was driven by purchases of higher yielding, longer duration securities for pledging purposes as market rates impacted the market value of pledged securities during the quarter. The decrease when compared to December 31, 2025 and September 30, 2025 was driven by prepayments and maturities of collateralized mortgage obligations.
The effective durations of the available-for-sale investment securities and the held-to-maturity investment securities as of September 30, 2026, were approximately 6.15 and 7.46 years, respectively. The duration of Peoples’ investments is managed as part of Peoples' Asset Liability Management program and has the potential to impact both liquidity and capital, as mismatches in duration may require a liquidation of investment securities at market prices to meet funding needs. These assets are a component of Peoples' liquidity profile.
Peoples maintains a number of liquid and liquefiable assets, borrowing capacity, and other sources of liquidity to ensure the availability of funds. At September 30, 2026, Peoples had liquid and liquefiable assets totaling $667.9 million, which included (i) cash and cash equivalents, (ii) unpledged government and agency investment securities and (iii) unpledged non-agency investment securities that could be liquidated. At September 30, 2026, Peoples had a total borrowing capacity of $654.3 million available through the Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”), the Federal Reserve Bank ("FRB"), and federal funds. Additionally, at September 30, 2026, Peoples had contingent sources of liquidity totaling $3.8 billion. Contingent sources of liquidity are generally comprised of borrowing capacity at the FHLB and FRB, unpledged securities, liquifiable securities, and available capacity from wholesale funding sources. Cash and cash equivalents increased $111.8 million when compared to December 31, 2025, as the level of cash fluctuates given Peoples' total liquidity position.
Loans and Leases:
The period-end total loan and lease balances at September 30, 2026, increased $19.2 million, or 1% annualized, compared to at June 30, 2026. The increase in loans was driven by increases of $40.4 million in construction loans, $34.3 million in commercial and industrial loans, and $10.2 million in home equity lines of credit, partially offset by decreases of
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$38.4 million in other commercial real estate loans, $13.8 million in residential real estate loans, and $11.6 million in leases.
Total loans and leases increased by $83.9 million, or 1%, when compared to at December 31, 2025. The loan growth was driven by increases of $188.4 million in commercial and industrial loans, $33.8 million in construction loans, and $30.3 million in home equity lines of credit, partially offset by decreases of $119.2 million in other commercial real estate loans, $29.1 million in residential real estate loans, and $23.3 million in leases.
The period-end total loan and lease balances at September 30, 2026, increased $112.1 million, or 2%, compared to at September 30, 2025, driven by increases of $234.6 million in commercial and industrial loans and $73.7 million in construction loans, partially offset by decreases of $124.7 million in other commercial real estate loans, $43.1 million in residential real estate loans, and $40.4 million in leases.
Quarterly average total loan balances increased $35.0 million compared to the linked quarter and $175.2 million when compared to the prior year quarter. The increase in average total loan balances when compared to the linked quarter was primarily the result of increases of $42.7 million in commercial and industrial loans, $28.7 million in construction loans, and $23.4 million in premium finance loans, partially offset by decreases of $46.7 million and $11.2 million in other commercial real estate loans and residential real estate loans, respectively. The increase in average total loans when compared to the prior year quarter was driven by increases of $266.7 million in commercial and industrial loans and $34.6 million in home equity lines of credit, partially offset by decreases of $58.0 million, $44.3 million, and $22.2 million in residential real estate loans, leases, and construction loans, respectively.
For the first nine months of 2026, the average total loan balances increased $294.9 million compared to the first nine months of 2025. The increase in average total loan balances was primarily the result of increases of $270.9 million in commercial and industrial loans, $96.2 million in other commercial real estate loans, and $28.7 million in home equity lines of credit, partially offset by decreases of $38.4 million and $32.6 million in leases and construction loans, respectively.
Asset Quality:
Key asset quality metrics were stable during the third quarter of 2026. Delinquency trends improved as loans considered current comprised 99.2%, 99.1%, and 99.0% of the loan portfolio at September 30, 2026, at June 30, 2026, and at September 30, 2025, respectively. Total nonperforming assets at September 30, 2026, decreased $4.1 million, or 10%, compared to at June 30, 2026, and decreased $7.8 million, or 18%, compared to at September 30, 2025. The decrease in nonperforming assets compared to at June 30, 2026, was driven by reductions in nonaccrual leases of $2.0 million, other commercial real estate loans of $1.8 million, and commercial and industrial loans of $1.3 million, partially offset by an increase in residential real estate loans 90+ days past due and accruing of $1.2 million. Compared to at September 30, 2025, nonperforming assets decreased because of the sale of an OREO property in the fourth quarter of 2025, coupled with reductions in nonaccrual leases, partially offset by increases in other commercial real estate loans 90+ days past due and accruing. Nonperforming assets as a percent of total loans and OREO was 0.54% at September 30, 2026, compared to 0.60% at June 30, 2026, and 0.66% at September 30, 2025.
Criticized loans, which are those categorized as special mention, substandard, doubtful or loss decreased $17.7 million, or 6%, compared to at June 30, 2026, and decreased $12.3 million, or 5%, compared to at September 30, 2025. As a percent of total loans, criticized loans were 3.74% at September 30, 2026, compared to 4.01% at June 30, 2026, and 3.99% at September 30, 2025. The decrease in the amount of criticized loans compared to at June 30, 2026, and at September 30, 2025, was driven by loan upgrades and paydowns.
Classified loans, which are those categorized as substandard, doubtful or loss increased $30.1 million, or 21%, compared to at June 30, 2026, and increased $12.3 million, or 8%, compared to at September 30, 2025. As a percent of total loans, classified loans were 2.50% at September 30, 2026, compared to 2.06% at June 30, 2026, and 2.36% at September 30, 2025. The increase in classified loans compared to at June 30, 2026, and at September 30, 2025, was primarily driven by loan downgrades.
Annualized net charge-offs were 0.35% of average total loans for the third quarter of 2026, compared to 0.31% for the linked quarter, and 0.41% for the third quarter of 2025. Compared to the linked quarter, net charge-offs increased because of increased net charge-offs in commercial and industrial loans associated with one customer relationship. Compared to the prior year third quarter, net charge-offs decreased driven by a reduction in net charge-offs by North Star Leasing, partially offset by increases in net charge-offs of other commercial real estate loans and commercial and industrial loans.
At September 30, 2026, the allowance for credit losses decreased $2.4 million when compared to at June 30, 2026, and increased $0.9 million when compared to at September 30, 2025. The ratio of the allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans was 1.11% at September 30, 2026, compared to 1.14% at June 30, 2026, and 1.11% at September 30, 2025. The ratio of allowance for credit losses as a percentage of non-performing loans was 206.83% at September 30, 2026, compared to 190.78% at June 30, 2026, and 193.01% at September 30, 2025.
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Deposits:
As of September 30, 2026, period-end core deposits, which exclude brokered deposits, increased $19.2 million compared to at June 30, 2026. The increase in core deposits was attributable to increases of $51.9 million in interest-bearing demand accounts and $46.4 million in money market deposit accounts, partially offset by decreases of $44.4 million in retail certificates of deposit and $33.6 million in non-interest bearing deposits.
Compared to at December 31, 2025, period-end core deposit balances increased $55.8 million. The increase was primarily driven by increases of $96.6 million in money market deposit accounts, $54.5 million in interest-bearing demand deposits, $26.4 million in savings accounts, and $15.6 million in governmental deposits, partially offset by a decrease of $152.1 million in retail certificates of deposits.
Compared to at September 30, 2025, period-end core deposit balances increased $34.6 million. The increase in core deposits was primarily driven by increases of $93.7 million in money market deposit accounts, $78.3 million in interest-bearing demand accounts, $29.6 million in savings accounts, and $24.1 million in non-interest bearing deposits, partially offset by a decrease of $177.0 million in retail certificates of deposit.
The total deposit balances attributable to retail deposits and commercial deposits were 78% and 22%, respectively, at both September 30, 2026 and June 30, 2026, and 77% and 23%, respectively, at September 30, 2025.
Uninsured deposits were 27% of total deposits for each period ending at September 30, 2026, at June 30, 2026, and at September 30, 2025. Uninsured amounts were based on the portion of customer account balances that exceeded the FDIC limit of $250,000. Peoples pledges investment securities against certain governmental deposit accounts, which collateralized $574.8 million, or 28%, $595.7 million, or 30%, and $660.0 million, or 32%, of the uninsured deposit balances at September 30, 2026, at June 30, 2026, and at September 30, 2025, respectively.
Average deposit balances during the third quarter of 2026 decreased $65.7 million when compared to the linked quarter and decreased $232.4 million when compared to the third quarter of 2025. The decrease over the linked quarter was driven by decreases of $66.0 million in governmental deposit accounts, $60.8 million in retail certificates of deposit, and $24.8 million in interest-bearing demand accounts, partially offset by increases of $59.0 million and $23.1 million in brokered deposits and money market deposit accounts, respectively. The decrease when compared to the third quarter of 2025 was driven by decreases of $186.7 million in brokered deposits and $150.9 million in retail certificates of deposit, partially offset by increases of $66.2 million, $38.8 million, and $26.3 million in non-interest bearing deposits, money market deposit accounts, and savings accounts, respectively. Total demand deposit accounts comprised 36% of total deposits at September 30, 2026, 36% at June 30, 2026, and 33% at September 30, 2025.
For the first nine months of 2026, average deposit balances decreased $113.8 million when compared to the first nine months of 2025. The decrease was primarily a result of decreases of $176.1 million in brokered deposits and $66.5 million in retail certificates of deposits, partially offset by increases of $85.4 million, $27.6 million, and $26.2 million in non-interest bearing deposits, money market deposit accounts, and savings accounts, respectively.
Stockholders' Equity:
Total stockholders' equity at September 30, 2026, decreased $8.6 million, or 1%, compared to at June 30, 2026. This change was primarily driven by an increase of $28.5 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss and dividends paid of $15.1 million during the third quarter of 2026, partially offset by net income of $32.6 million. The increase in accumulated other comprehensive loss was the result of the changes in the market value of available-for-sale investment securities during the period.
Total stockholders' equity at September 30, 2026 increased $21.3 million, or 2%, when compared to at December 31, 2025. This change was driven by net income of $89.6 million, partially offset by an increase of $28.8 million in accumulated other comprehensive loss during the quarter and dividends paid of $44.9 million.
Total stockholders' equity at September 30, 2026, increased $45.1 million, or 4%, compared to at September 30, 2025, which was due to net income of $121.3 million for the last twelve months, partially offset by an increase in other comprehensive loss of $21.8 million and dividends paid of $59.5 million.
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Peoples Bancorp Inc. ("Peoples", Nasdaq: PEBO) is a diversified financial services holding company and makes available a complete line of banking, trust and investment, insurance and specialty financing solutions through its subsidiaries. Headquartered in Marietta, Ohio, since 1902, Peoples has established a heritage of financial stability, growth and community impact. Peoples had $9.7 billion in total assets as of September 30, 2026, and 144 locations, including 127 full-service bank branches in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Peoples' vision is to be the Best Community Bank in America.
Peoples is a member of the Russell 3000 index of United States ("U.S.") publicly-traded companies. Peoples offers services through Peoples Bank (which includes the divisions of Peoples Investment Services, Peoples Premium Finance, Peoples Life Premium Finance, and North Star Leasing), Peoples Insurance Agency, LLC, and Vantage Financial, LLC.


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Conference Call to Discuss Earnings:
Peoples will conduct a facilitated conference call to discuss third quarter 2026 results of operations on October 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, with members of Peoples' executive management participating. Analysts, media and individual investors are invited to participate in the conference call by calling (866) 890-9285. A simultaneous webcast of the conference call audio and earnings conference call presentation will be available online via the "Investor Relations" section of Peoples' website, www.peoplesbancorp.com. Participants are encouraged to call or sign in at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time to ensure participation and, if required, to download and install the necessary software. A replay of the call will be available on Peoples' website in the "Investor Relations" section for one year.

Use of Non-US GAAP Financial Measures:
This news release contains financial information and performance measures determined by methods other than those in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("US GAAP"). Management uses these "non-US GAAP" financial measures in its analysis of Peoples' performance and the efficiency of its operations. Management believes that these non-US GAAP financial measures provide a greater understanding of ongoing operations and enhance comparability of results with prior periods and peers. These disclosures should not be viewed as substitutes for financial measures determined in accordance with US GAAP, nor are they necessarily comparable to non-US GAAP performance measures that may be presented by other companies. Below is a listing of the non-US GAAP financial measures used in this news release:
◦Core non-interest expense is a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the impact of acquisition-related expenses.
◦The efficiency ratio is calculated as total non-interest expense (less amortization of other intangible assets) as a percentage of fully tax-equivalent net interest income plus total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses. This ratio is a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes amortization of other intangible assets and all gains and losses included in earnings, and uses fully tax-equivalent net interest income.
◦The efficiency ratio adjusted for non-core items is calculated as core non-interest expense (less amortization of other intangible assets) as a percentage of fully tax-equivalent net interest income plus total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses. This ratio is a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the impact of acquisition-related expenses and the amortization of other intangible assets and all gains and losses included in earnings, and uses fully tax-equivalent net interest income.
◦Tangible assets, tangible equity, the tangible equity to tangible assets ratio, and tangible book value per common share are non-US GAAP financial measures since they exclude the impact of goodwill and other intangible assets acquired through acquisitions on both total stockholders' equity and total assets.
◦Pre-provision net revenue is defined as net interest income plus total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses, minus total non-interest expense. This measure is a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the provision for (recovery of) credit losses and all gains and losses included in net income.
◦Return on average assets adjusted for non-core items is calculated as annualized core net income (less the after-tax impact of all gains and losses, and acquisition-related expenses) divided by average assets. This measure is a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the after-tax impact of all gains and losses, and acquisition-related expenses.
◦Return on average tangible equity is calculated as annualized net income (less the after-tax impact of amortization of other intangible assets) divided by average tangible equity. This measure is a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the after-tax impact of amortization of other intangible assets from net income and the impact of average goodwill and other average intangible assets acquired through acquisitions on average stockholders' equity.
A reconciliation of these non-US GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable US GAAP financial measures is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
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Safe Harbor Statement:
Certain statements made in this news release regarding Peoples' financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are identified by the fact they are not historical facts and include words such as "anticipate," "estimate," "may," "feel," "expect," "believe," "plan," "will," "will likely," "would," "should," "could," "project," "goal," "target," "potential," "seek," "intend," "continue," "remain," and similar expressions.
These forward-looking statements reflect management's current expectations based on all information available to management and its knowledge of Peoples' business and operations. Additionally, Peoples' financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. These factors include, but are not limited to:

(1)the effects of interest rate policies, including any changes to such policies that may result from potential changes in the composition of the Federal Reserve Board, changes in the interest rate environment due to economic conditions and/or the fiscal and monetary policy measures undertaken by the U.S. government and the Federal Reserve Board, including changes in the Federal Funds Target Rate, in response to such economic conditions, which may adversely impact interest rates, the interest rate yield curve, interest margins, loan demand and interest rate sensitivity;
(2)the effects of inflationary pressures on borrowers’ liquidity and ability to repay;
(3)the success, impact, and timing of the implementation of Peoples' business strategies and Peoples' ability to manage strategic initiatives, including the interest rate policies of the Federal Reserve Board, the completion and successful integration of acquisitions, including the pending mergers with Citizens National Corporation (the "Citizens merger") and Capital Bancorp, Inc (the "Capital merger"), and the expansion of commercial and consumer lending activities;
(4)competitive pressures among financial institutions, or from non-financial institutions, which may increase significantly, including product and pricing pressures, which can in turn impact Peoples' credit spreads, changes to third-party relationships and revenues, changes in the manner of providing services, customer acquisition and retention pressures, and Peoples' ability to attract, develop and retain qualified professionals;
(5)uncertainty regarding the nature, timing, cost, and effect of legislative or regulatory changes or actions, or deposit insurance premium levels, promulgated and to be promulgated by governmental and regulatory agencies, including the Ohio Division of Financial Institutions, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Federal Reserve Board and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which may subject Peoples, its subsidiaries, or acquired companies to a variety of new and more stringent legal and regulatory requirements;
(6)the effects of easing restrictions on participants in the financial services industry;
(7)current and future local, regional, national and international economic conditions (including the impact of persistent inflation, supply chain issues or labor shortages, supply-demand imbalances affecting local real estate prices, high unemployment rates in the local or regional economies in which Peoples operates and/or the U.S. economy generally, a future U.S. government shutdown, an increasing federal government budget deficit, the failure of the federal government to raise the federal debt ceiling, potential or imposed tariffs, a U.S. withdrawal from or significant renegotiation of trade agreements, trade wars and other changes in trade regulations, and changes in the relationship of the U.S. and U.S. global trading partners), and changes in the federal, state, and local governmental policy and the impact these conditions may have on Peoples, Peoples' customers and Peoples' counterparties, and Peoples' assessment of the impact, which may be different than anticipated;
(8)Peoples may issue equity securities in connection with future acquisitions, which could cause ownership and economic dilution to Peoples' current shareholders;
(9)changes in prepayment speeds, loan originations, levels of nonperforming assets, delinquent loans, charge-offs, and customer and other counterparties' performance and creditworthiness generally, which may be less favorable than expected in light of recent inflationary pressures and continued elevated interest rates, and may adversely impact the amount of interest income generated;
(10)Peoples may have more credit risk and higher credit losses to the extent there are loan concentrations by location or industry of borrowers or collateral;
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(11)future credit quality and performance, including expectations regarding future credit losses and the allowance for credit losses;
(12)changes in accounting standards, policies, estimates or procedures may adversely affect Peoples' reported financial condition or results of operations;
(13)the impact of assumptions, estimates and inputs used within models, which may vary materially from actual outcomes, including under the CECL model;
(14)adverse changes in the conditions and trends in the financial markets, including inflationary pressures and the impacts of potential or imposed tariffs on markets, which may adversely affect the fair value of securities within Peoples' investment portfolio, the interest rate sensitivity of Peoples' consolidated balance sheet, and the income generated by Peoples' trust and investment activities;
(15)the volatility from quarter to quarter of mortgage banking income, whether due to interest rates, demand, the fair value of mortgage loans, or other factors;
(16)Peoples' ability to receive dividends from Peoples' subsidiaries;
(17)Peoples' ability to maintain required capital levels and adequate sources of funding and liquidity;
(18)the impact of larger or similar-sized financial institutions encountering problems, which may adversely affect the banking industry and/or Peoples' business generation and retention, funding and liquidity, including Peoples’ continued ability to grow deposits or maintain adequate deposit levels, and may further result in potential increased regulatory requirements, increased reputational risk and potential impacts to macroeconomic conditions;
(19)Peoples' ability to secure confidential information and avoid misappropriation of confidential information in connection with the delivery of products and services through the use of computer systems and telecommunications networks, including those of Peoples' third-party vendors and other service providers, which may prove inadequate, and could adversely affect customer confidence in Peoples and/or result in Peoples incurring a financial loss;
(20)Peoples' ability to anticipate and respond to technological changes, and Peoples' reliance on, and the potential failure of, a number of third-party vendors to perform as expected, including Peoples' primary core banking system provider, which can impact Peoples' ability to respond to customer needs and meet competitive demands;
(21)operational issues stemming from and/or capital spending necessitated by the potential need to adapt to industry changes in information technology systems on which Peoples and Peoples' subsidiaries are highly dependent;
(22)changes in consumer spending, borrowing and saving habits, whether due to changes in retail distribution strategies, consumer preferences and behavior, changes in business and economic conditions, legislative or regulatory initiatives, or other factors, which may be different than anticipated;
(23)the adequacy of Peoples' internal controls and risk management program in the event of changes in strategic, reputational, market, economic, operational, cybersecurity, compliance, legal, asset/liability repricing, liquidity, credit and interest rate risks associated with Peoples' business;
(24)the impact on Peoples' businesses, personnel, facilities or systems of losses related to acts of fraud, theft, misappropriation or violence;
(25)the impact on Peoples' businesses, as well as on the risks described above, of various domestic or international widespread natural or other disasters including severe weather events, pandemics, cybersecurity attacks, system failures, civil unrest, military or terrorist activities or international conflicts, including Russia's ongoing war on Ukraine, the continued U.S. political and military presence in Venezuela, and the conflict in Iran (and the resulting disruptions in oil, energy and other commodity markets and supply chains);
(26)the potential deterioration of the U.S. economy due to financial, political or other shocks;
(27)the potential influence on the U.S. financial markets and economy from the effects of climate change, including any enhanced regulatory, compliance, credit and reputational risks and costs;
(28)the impact on Peoples' businesses and operating results of any costs associated with obtaining rights in intellectual property claimed by others and adequately protecting Peoples' intellectual property;
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(29)risks and uncertainties associated with Peoples' entry into new geographic markets and risks resulting from Peoples' inexperience in these new geographic markets;
(30)Peoples' ability to integrate the pending Citizens merger and/or the pending Capital merger, which may be unsuccessful, or may be more difficult, time-consuming or costly than expected;
(31)the failure to obtain necessary regulatory approvals in connection with the Capital merger (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the proposed transaction) and the possibility that the proposed Capital merger does not close when expected or at all because of the failure to obtain required regulatory approvals, shareholder approvals, or other approvals or because the other conditions to closing are not received or satisfied on a timely basis or at all;
(32)the possibility that the anticipated benefits of the proposed Citizens merger and Capital merger, including expected revenue synergies and cost savings, will not be realized or will not be realized within expected time periods;
(33)changes in laws or regulations imposed by Peoples' regulators impacting Peoples' capital actions, including dividend payments and share repurchases;
(34)the vulnerability of Peoples' network and online banking portals, and the systems of parties with whom Peoples contracts, to unauthorized access, computer viruses, phishing schemes, spam attacks, human error, natural disasters, power loss and other security breaches;
(35)regulatory and legal matters, including the failure to resolve any outstanding matters on a timely basis and the potential of new regulatory matters, litigation, or other legal actions, which may result in, among other things, additional costs, fines, penalties, restrictions on our business activities, reputational harm, or other adverse consequences;
(36)the impact on Peoples of increased political and regulatory scrutiny of corporate environmental, social and governance ("ESG") practices;
(37)the effect of a fall in stock market prices on Peoples' asset and wealth management business;
(38)the risk that energy tax credits purchased and used by Peoples to reduce tax liabilities will be disallowed by the Internal Revenue Service; and
(39)other risk factors relating to the banking industry or Peoples as detailed from time to time in Peoples' reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including those risk factors included in the disclosures under the heading "ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS" of Peoples' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, as supplemented by the disclosures under the heading "ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS" of Peoples' Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ending March 31, 2026.
Peoples encourages readers of this news release to understand forward-looking statements to be strategic objectives rather than absolute targets of future performance. Peoples undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by applicable legal requirements. Copies of documents filed with the SEC are available free of charge at the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov and/or from Peoples' website - www.peoplesbancorp.com under the “Investor Relations” section.

As required by US GAAP, Peoples is required to evaluate the impact of subsequent events through the issuance date of its September 30, 2026 consolidated financial statements as part of its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q to be filed with the SEC. Accordingly, subsequent events could occur that may cause Peoples to update its critical accounting estimates and/or to revise its financial information from the estimates and information contained in this news release.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

In connection with the proposed Capital merger, Peoples intends to file with the SEC a Registration Statement on Form S-4 to register the shares of Peoples common stock to be issued in connection with the proposed transaction. The Registration Statement will include a joint proxy statement/prospectus, and Peoples and Capital may file with the SEC other relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction. The information contained herein does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or
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qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING OR INVESTMENT DECISION, INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF PEOPLES AND CAPITAL ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS REGARDING THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THOSE DOCUMENTS, BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PEOPLES, CAPITAL, AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS.

Investors and security holders will be able to obtain a free copy of the registration statement, including the joint proxy statement/prospectus, as well as other relevant documents filed with the SEC containing information about Peoples and Capital, without charge, at the SEC’s website (https://www.sec.gov).

Participants in Solicitation

Peoples and Capital, along with their respective directors, executive officers, management, and employees may be deemed participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed Capital merger. Information concerning Peoples’ participants is set forth in the Proxy Statement, dated March 6, 2026, for Peoples’ 2026 annual meeting of shareholders as filed with the SEC on Schedule 14A. Information concerning Capital’s participants is set forth in the Proxy Statement, dated April 7, 2026, for Capital’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders as filed with the SEC on Schedule 14A. Additional information regarding the participants in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed transaction and interests of participants of Peoples and Capital in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed merger will be included in the registration statement and joint proxy statement/prospectus to be filed with the SEC. Free copies of these documents, when available, may be obtained as described in the preceding paragraph.





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PER COMMON SHARE DATA AND SELECTED RATIOS (Unaudited)
At or For the Three Months EndedAt or For the Nine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
20262026202520262025
PER COMMON SHARE:
Earnings per common share:
   Basic$0.92 $0.79 $0.83 $2.52 $2.13 
   Diluted0.91 0.78 0.83 2.49 2.10 
Cash dividends declared per common share0.42 0.42 0.41 1.25 1.22 
Book value per common share (a)34.15 34.41 33.13 34.15 33.13 
Tangible book value per common share (a)(b)23.35 23.56 22.05 23.35 22.05 
Closing price of common shares at end of period$36.59 $38.41 $29.99 $36.59 $29.99 
SELECTED RATIOS:
Return on average stockholders' equity (c)10.44 %9.13 %10.06 %9.75 %8.76 %
Return on average tangible equity (c)(d)15.84 %14.03 %16.17 %14.93 %14.40 %
Return on average assets (c)1.36 %1.17 %1.22 %1.25 %1.07 %
Return on average assets adjusted for non-core items (c)(h)1.57 %1.47 %1.32 %1.43 %1.11 %
Efficiency ratio (e)58.50 %58.27 %57.11 %58.46 %58.99 %
Efficiency ratio adjusted for non-core items (f)(i)57.30 %57.93 %57.11 %57.93 %58.99 %
Net interest margin (c)(f)4.31 %4.23 %4.16 %4.23 %4.15 %
Dividend payout ratio (g)46.36 %54.04 %49.72 %50.10 %57.98 %
(a) Data presented as of the end of the period indicated.
(b) Tangible book value per common share represents a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the balance sheet impact of goodwill and other intangible assets acquired through acquisitions on stockholders' equity. Additional information regarding the calculation of this ratio is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
(c) Ratios are presented on an annualized basis.
(d) Return on average tangible equity represents a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the after-tax impact of amortization of other intangible assets from net income and it excludes the balance sheet impact of average goodwill and other intangible assets acquired through acquisitions on average stockholders' equity. Additional information regarding the calculation of this ratio is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
(e) The efficiency ratio is defined as total non-interest expense (less amortization of other intangible assets) as a percentage of fully tax-equivalent net interest income plus total non-interest income (excluding all gains and losses). This ratio represents a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes amortization of other intangible assets, and all gains and losses included in earnings, and uses fully tax-equivalent net interest income. Additional information regarding the calculation of this ratio is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
(f) Interest income and yields are presented on a fully tax-equivalent basis, using a 21% statutory federal corporate income tax rate.
(g) This ratio is calculated based on dividends declared during the period divided by net income for the period.
(h) Return on average assets adjusted for non-core items represents a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the after-tax impact of all gains and losses and acquisition-related expenses. Additional information regarding the calculation of this ratio is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
(i) The efficiency ratio adjusted for non-core items is defined as core non-interest expense (less amortization of other intangible assets) as a percentage of fully tax-equivalent net interest income plus total non-interest income (excluding all gains and losses). This ratio represents a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the impact of all gains and losses and acquisition-related expenses included in earnings, and uses fully tax-equivalent net interest income. Additional information regarding the calculation of this ratio is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
20262026202520262025
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)
Total interest income$128,492 $127,580 $132,808 $382,893 $383,757 
Total interest expense34,650 34,852 41,459 105,903 119,576 
Net interest income93,842 92,728 91,349 276,990 264,181 
Provision for credit losses3,569 4,709 7,280 17,972 34,112 
Net interest income after provision for credit losses90,273 88,019 84,069 259,018 230,069 
Non-interest income:
Electronic banking income6,649 6,543 6,538 19,119 18,695 
Trust and investment income6,176 5,986 5,414 17,767 15,756 
Lease income5,696 4,977 3,643 15,254 11,322 
Deposit account service charges4,679 4,488 4,274 13,434 12,348 
Insurance income4,222 4,331 4,469 14,133 15,072 
Bank owned life insurance income1,364 1,189 1,143 3,715 3,388 
Mortgage banking income582 598 245 1,556 861 
Net loss on asset disposals and other transactions(311)(446)(478)(1,167)(1,119)
Net loss on investment securities(4,512)(8,181)(2,580)(12,693)(2,582)
Other non-interest income1,100 893 1,159 3,159 4,065 
  Total non-interest income25,645 20,378 23,827 74,277 77,806 
Non-interest expense:
Salaries and employee benefit costs40,560 40,012 38,698 120,407 117,412 
Data processing and software expense7,890 7,850 7,356 23,276 21,717 
Net occupancy and equipment expense5,806 5,765 5,896 17,795 17,198 
Professional fees4,743 4,018 2,798 11,514 9,495 
Electronic banking expense2,337 2,225 2,161 6,643 6,204 
Operating lease expense2,010 1,797 1,039 5,611 3,077 
Amortization of other intangible assets1,697 1,697 2,211 5,091 6,635 
Other loan expenses1,309 1,278 1,385 3,710 3,717 
FDIC insurance expense1,260 1,370 1,284 4,040 3,786 
Marketing expense1,004 604 1,001 2,494 2,622 
Franchise tax expense956 972 916 2,932 2,523 
Communication expense598 605 664 1,792 2,110 
Travel and entertainment expense595 726 796 1,904 2,009 
Other non-interest expense3,775 3,840 3,689 11,725 12,538 
  Total non-interest expense74,540 72,759 69,894 218,934 211,043 
  Income before income taxes41,378 35,638 38,002 114,361 96,832 
Income tax expense8,772 7,685 8,526 24,796 21,808 
    Net income$32,606 $27,953 $29,476 $89,565 $75,024 
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (Cont.)
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
20262026202520262025
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)
PER COMMON SHARE DATA:
Net income available to common shareholders$32,606 $27,953 $29,476 $89,565 $75,024 
Less: Dividends paid on unvested common shares211 212 208 623 628 
Less: Undistributed income allocated to unvested common shares88 81 46 223 100 
Net earnings allocated to common shareholders$32,307 $27,660 $29,222 $88,719 $74,296 
Weighted-average common shares outstanding35,197,746 35,173,525 35,003,054 35,160,300 34,957,341 
Effect of potentially dilutive common shares464,688 393,041 395,755 413,759 370,475 
Total weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding35,662,434 35,566,566 35,398,809 35,574,059 35,327,816 
Earnings per common share – basic$0.92 $0.79 $0.83 $2.52 $2.13 
Earnings per common share – diluted$0.91 $0.78 $0.83 $2.49 $2.10 
Cash dividends declared per common share$0.42 $0.42 $0.41 $1.25 $1.22 
Weighted-average common shares outstanding – basic35,197,746 35,173,525 35,003,054 35,160,300 34,957,341 
Weighted-average common shares outstanding – diluted35,662,434 35,566,566 35,398,809 35,574,059 35,327,816 
Common shares outstanding at the end of period35,961,276 35,939,954 35,705,369 35,961,276 35,705,369 
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
September 30,December 31,
20262025
(Dollars in thousands)(Unaudited)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents:
  Cash and due from banks$92,955 $107,864 
  Interest-bearing deposits in other banks207,820 81,087 
    Total cash and cash equivalents300,775 188,951 
Available-for-sale investment securities, at fair value (amortized cost of
 $934,740 at September 30, 2026 and $1,076,980 at December 31, 2025) (a)
805,119 984,367 
Held-to-maturity investment securities, at amortized cost (fair value of
  $766,426 at September 30, 2026 and $867,714 at December 31, 2025) (a)
878,076 922,837 
Other investment securities, at cost81,529 68,656 
    Total investment securities (a)1,764,724 1,975,860 
Loans and leases, net of deferred fees and costs (b)6,840,809 6,756,907 
Allowance for credit losses(75,727)(75,676)
    Net loans and leases6,765,082 6,681,231 
Loans held for sale3,251 2,667 
Bank premises and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation96,721 100,508 
Bank owned life insurance151,820 148,264 
Goodwill363,199 363,199 
Other intangible assets25,106 30,120 
Other assets181,417 158,830 
    Total assets$9,652,095 $9,649,630 
Liabilities
Deposits:
Non-interest-bearing$1,560,184 $1,545,428 
Interest-bearing5,881,910 6,159,155 
    Total deposits7,442,094 7,704,583 
Short-term borrowings704,120 435,926 
Long-term borrowings155,054 204,138 
Accrued expenses and other liabilities122,924 98,381 
    Total liabilities$8,424,192 $8,443,028 
Stockholders' Equity
Preferred shares, no par value, 50,000 shares authorized, no shares issued at September 30, 2026 or at December 31, 2025
— — 
Common shares, no par value, 50,000,000 shares authorized, 36,868,595 shares issued at September 30, 2026 and 36,836,943 shares issued at December 31, 2025, including shares in treasury
871,896 871,571 
Retained earnings 481,443 436,748 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of deferred income taxes(99,385)(70,628)
Treasury stock, at cost, 996,472 common shares at September 30, 2026 and 1,215,120 common shares at December 31, 2025
(26,051)(31,089)
    Total stockholders' equity1,227,903 1,206,602 
    Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$9,652,095 $9,649,630 
(a)Available-for-sale investment securities and held-to-maturity investment securities are presented net of allowance for credit losses of $0 and $233 and $0 and $236 at September 30, 2026, and at December 31, 2025, respectively.
(b)Also referred to throughout this document as "total loans" and "loans held for investment."
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SELECTED FINANCIAL INFORMATION (Unaudited)
September 30,June 30,March 31,December 31,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202620252025
Loan Portfolio
Construction$334,701 $294,350 $269,571 $300,941 $261,048 
Commercial real estate, other2,244,721 2,283,163 2,340,833 2,363,967 2,369,396 
Commercial and industrial1,724,108 1,689,817 1,646,797 1,535,755 1,489,505 
Premium finance270,634 266,015 228,883 253,075 273,297 
Leases342,343 353,952 350,226 365,649 382,753 
Residential real estate832,656 846,475 852,011 861,722 875,773 
Home equity lines of credit284,173 273,965 260,909 253,864 247,383 
Consumer, indirect685,329 693,529 699,854 700,582 710,385 
Consumer, direct120,536 119,273 119,859 120,338 118,206 
Deposit account overdrafts1,608 1,041 1,265 1,014 982 
    Total loans and leases$6,840,809 $6,821,580 $6,770,208 $6,756,907 $6,728,728 
Total acquired loans and leases (a)$1,084,152 $1,140,586 $1,225,112 $1,299,543 $1,380,354 
    Total originated loans and leases$5,756,657 $5,680,994 $5,545,096 $5,457,364 $5,348,374 
Total investment securities $1,764,724 $1,817,481 $1,961,522 $1,975,860 $1,972,721 
Deposit Balances
Non-interest-bearing deposits (b)$1,560,184 $1,593,799 $1,586,514 $1,545,428 $1,536,094 
Interest-bearing deposits:
  Retail certificates of deposit1,831,665 1,876,056 1,968,441 1,983,791 2,008,619 
  Interest-bearing demand accounts (b)1,146,769 1,094,873 1,111,875 1,092,252 1,068,443 
  Money market deposit accounts1,041,921 995,487 958,413 945,313 948,177 
  Savings accounts913,816 915,505 918,557 887,402 884,230 
  Governmental deposit accounts755,584 755,024 842,087 739,939 769,782 
  Brokered deposits192,155 225,621 262,553 510,458 617,179 
    Total interest-bearing deposits$5,881,910 $5,862,566 $6,061,926 $6,159,155 $6,296,430 
    Total deposits$7,442,094 $7,456,365 $7,648,440 $7,704,583 $7,832,524 
Total demand deposits (b)$2,706,953 $2,688,672 $2,698,389 $2,637,680 $2,604,537 
Asset Quality
Nonperforming assets (NPAs):
  Loans 90+ days past due and accruing $8,114 $7,838 $2,846 $6,156 $4,898 
  Nonaccrual loans28,500 33,101 36,714 36,886 33,889 
    Total nonperforming loans (NPLs) (f)36,614 40,939 39,560 43,042 38,787 
  Other real estate owned (OREO)341 115 97 123 6,013 
Total NPAs (f)$36,955 $41,054 $39,657 $43,165 $44,800 
Criticized loans (c)$256,049 $273,791 $224,124 $236,468 $268,326 
Classified loans (d)170,916 140,811 141,940 147,175 158,577 
Allowance for credit losses as a percent of NPLs (f)206.83 %190.78 %198.16 %175.82 %193.01 %
NPLs as a percent of total loans (f)0.53 %0.60 %0.58 %0.64 %0.58 %
NPAs as a percent of total assets (f)0.38 %0.43 %0.41 %0.45 %0.47 %
NPAs as a percent of total loans and OREO (f)0.54 %0.60 %0.59 %0.64 %0.66 %
Criticized loans as a percent of total loans (c)3.74 %4.01 %3.31 %3.50 %3.99 %
Classified loans as a percent of total loans (d)2.50 %2.06 %2.10 %2.18 %2.36 %
Allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans1.11 %1.14 %1.16 %1.12 %1.11 %
Total demand deposits as a percent of total deposits (b)36.37 %36.06 %35.28 %34.24 %33.25 %
Capital Information (e)(g)
Common equity tier 1 capital ratio (h)12.81 %12.66 %12.45 %12.29 %12.11 %
Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio13.24 %13.10 %12.89 %12.73 %12.54 %
Total risk-based capital ratio (tier 1 and tier 2)14.29 %14.19 %13.98 %13.78 %13.79 %
Leverage ratio10.67 %10.33 %10.14 %9.91 %9.74 %
Common equity tier 1 capital$949,924 $928,639 $911,986 $893,970 $875,454 
Tier 1 capital982,293 960,823 943,986 925,616 906,900 
Total capital (tier 1 and tier 2)1,059,990 1,041,030 1,023,777 1,002,226 997,309 
Total risk-weighted assets$7,417,087 $7,334,717 $7,323,344 $7,273,985 $7,231,476 
Total stockholders' equity to total assets12.72 %12.96 %12.60 %12.50 %12.29 %
Tangible equity to tangible assets (i)9.06 %9.25 %8.91 %8.79 %8.53 %
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(a)Includes all loans and leases acquired and purchased in 2012 and thereafter.
(b)The sum of non-interest-bearing deposits and interest-bearing demand accounts is considered total demand deposits.
(c)Includes loans categorized as special mention, substandard, doubtful or loss.
(d)Includes loans categorized as substandard, doubtful or loss.
(e)Data presented as of the end of the period indicated.
(f)Nonperforming loans include loans 90+ days past due and accruing, renegotiated loans and nonaccrual loans. Nonperforming assets include nonperforming loans and OREO.
(g)September 30, 2026 data based on preliminary analysis and subject to revision.
(h)Peoples' capital conservation buffer was 6.29% at September 30, 2026, 6.19% at June 30, 2026, 5.98% at March 31, 2026, 5.78% at December 31, 2025, and 5.79% at September 30, 2025, compared to required capital conservation buffer of 2.50%
(i)This ratio represents a non-US GAAP financial measure since it excludes the balance sheet impact of intangible assets acquired through acquisitions on both total stockholders' equity and total assets. Additional information regarding the calculation of this ratio is included at the end of this news release under the caption of "Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)."
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PROVISION FOR (RECOVERY OF) CREDIT LOSSES INFORMATION
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
20262026202520262025
(Dollars in thousands)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)(Unaudited)
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses$3,307 $4,477 $7,004 $17,199 $33,514 
Provision for checking account overdrafts262 232 276 773 598 
  Total provision for credit losses$3,569 $4,709 $7,280 $17,972 $34,112 
Net Charge-Offs
Gross charge-offs$7,580 $6,766 $7,841 $22,105 $24,430 
Recoveries1,568 1,581 1,012 4,263 2,516 
  Net charge-offs$6,012 $5,185 $6,829 $17,842 $21,914 
Net Charge-Offs (Recoveries) by Type
Commercial real estate, other$688 $167 $26 $855 $272 
Commercial and industrial879 196 446 1,329 1,359 
Premium finance77 50 102 173 257 
Leases2,549 3,403 4,487 10,206 14,734 
Residential real estate— 62 31 99 74 
Home equity lines of credit— 32 27 52 39 
Consumer, indirect1,290 841 1,189 3,723 4,089 
Consumer, direct301 183 263 662 480 
Deposit account overdrafts228 251 258 743 610 
  Total net charge-offs$6,012 $5,185 $6,829 $17,842 $21,914 
As a percent of average total loans (annualized)0.35 %0.31 %0.41 %0.35 %0.45 %


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION (Unaudited)
September 30,June 30,March 31,December 31,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202620252025
Trust assets under administration and management$2,503,011 $2,521,031 $2,178,467 $2,219,650 $2,271,536 
Brokerage assets under administration and management1,998,810 1,984,252 1,844,940 1,846,084 1,800,781 
Mortgage loans serviced for others328,922 326,021 319,664 322,139 323,347 
Employees (full-time equivalent) 1,463 1,443 1,458 1,454 1,454 

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CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE BALANCE SHEETS AND NET INTEREST INCOME (Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
September 30, 2026June 30, 2026September 30, 2025
(Dollars in thousands)BalanceIncome/
Expense		Yield/ CostBalanceIncome/
Expense		Yield/ CostBalanceIncome/
Expense		Yield/ Cost
Assets
Short-term investments$76,128 $757 3.95 %$112,726 $1,084 3.86 %$71,028 $782 4.37 %
Investment securities (a)(b)1,781,294 16,477 3.70 %1,887,908 17,133 3.63 %2,018,463 19,119 3.79 %
Loans (b)(c):
Construction 311,630 5,319 6.68 %282,906 4,989 6.98 %333,782 5,759 6.75 %
Commercial real estate, other2,158,376 33,088 6.00 %2,205,065 33,969 6.09 %2,144,859 34,751 6.34 %
Commercial and industrial1,695,539 27,586 6.37 %1,652,813 25,826 6.18 %1,428,843 25,090 6.87 %
Premium finance267,007 5,648 8.28 %243,558 5,154 8.37 %273,730 5,820 8.32 %
Leases346,190 8,004 9.05 %352,662 8,180 9.18 %390,499 9,520 9.54 %
Residential real estate (d)932,038 12,940 5.55 %943,268 12,927 5.48 %990,040 13,466 5.44 %
Home equity lines of credit279,640 4,962 7.04 %267,892 4,684 7.01 %245,024 4,765 7.72 %
Consumer, indirect689,424 11,275 6.49 %698,460 11,322 6.50 %703,619 11,545 6.51 %
Consumer, direct129,695 2,647 8.10 %127,928 2,533 7.94 %123,927 2,470 7.91 %
Total loans6,809,539 111,469 6.44 %6,774,552 109,584 6.42 %6,634,323 113,186 6.71 %
Allowance for credit losses(78,067)(78,113)(74,485)
Net loans6,731,472 6,696,439 6,559,838 
Total earning assets8,588,894 128,703 5.91 %8,697,073 127,801 5.84 %8,649,329 133,087 6.07 %
Goodwill and other intangible assets389,131 390,753 396,636 
Other assets504,341 498,500 528,305 
Total assets$9,482,366 $9,586,326 $9,574,270 
Liabilities and Equity
Interest-bearing deposits:
Savings accounts$916,584 $177 0.08 %$917,693 $181 0.08 %$890,316 $196 0.09 %
Governmental deposit accounts752,278 3,869 2.04 %818,274 4,151 2.03 %787,079 4,745 2.39 %
Interest-bearing demand accounts1,066,987 698 0.26 %1,091,757 602 0.22 %1,084,051 617 0.23 %
Money market deposit accounts993,573 5,309 2.12 %970,487 4,977 2.06 %954,778 5,671 2.36 %
Retail certificates of deposit1,856,852 14,693 3.14 %1,917,698 15,357 3.21 %2,007,768 18,094 3.58 %
Brokered deposits (e)304,331 3,063 3.99 %245,378 2,455 4.01 %491,041 5,211 4.21 %
Total interest-bearing deposits5,890,605 27,809 1.87 %5,961,287 27,723 1.87 %6,215,033 34,534 2.21 %
Short-term borrowings (e)453,056 4,347 3.81 %487,109 4,550 3.75 %308,916 3,400 4.37 %
Long-term borrowings155,077 2,494 6.37 %182,032 2,579 5.66 %229,388 3,525 6.07 %
Total borrowed funds608,133 6,841 4.46 %669,141 7,129 4.26 %538,304 6,925 5.10 %
Total interest-bearing liabilities6,498,738 34,650 2.12 %6,630,428 34,852 2.11 %6,753,337 41,459 2.44 %
Non-interest-bearing deposits1,636,258 1,631,305 1,544,184 
Other liabilities107,805 96,401 113,981 
Total liabilities8,242,801 8,358,134 8,411,502 
Stockholders’ equity1,239,565 1,228,192 1,162,768 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$9,482,366 $9,586,326 $9,574,270 
Net interest income/spread (b)$94,053 3.79 %$92,949 3.73 %$91,628 3.63 %
Net interest margin (b)4.31 %4.23 %4.16 %
(a)Average balances are based on carrying value.
(b)Interest income and yields are presented on a fully tax-equivalent basis, using a 21% statutory federal corporate income tax rate.
(c)Average balances include nonaccrual and impaired loans. Interest income includes interest earned and received on nonaccrual loans prior to the loans being placed on nonaccrual status. Loan fees included in interest income were immaterial for all periods presented.
(d)Loans held for sale are included in the average loan balance listed. Related interest income on loans originated for sale prior to the loan being sold is included in loan interest income.
(e)Interest related to interest rate swap transactions is included, as appropriate to the transaction, in interest expense on short-term FHLB advances and interest expense on brokered deposits for the periods presented in which FHLB advances and brokered deposits were being utilized.

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CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE BALANCE SHEETS AND NET INTEREST INCOME (Unaudited) -- (Continued)
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2026September 30, 2025
(Dollars in thousands)BalanceIncome/
Expense		Yield/ CostBalanceIncome/
Expense		Yield/ Cost
Assets
Short-term investments$90,550 $2,631 3.88 %$82,135 $2,720 4.43 %
Investment securities (a)(b)1,876,389 51,168 3.64 %1,942,572 52,524 3.61 %
Loans (b)(c):
Construction 294,889 14,893 6.66 %327,512 17,266 6.95 %
Commercial real estate, other2,204,782 101,716 6.08 %2,108,596 101,444 6.34 %
Commercial and industrial1,634,908 78,522 6.33 %1,363,990 71,727 6.93 %
Premium finance 249,931 15,354 8.10 %266,808 17,148 8.48 %
Leases351,534 24,762 9.29 %389,933 30,004 10.15 %
Residential real estate (d)944,457 38,916 5.49 %973,555 37,906 5.19 %
Home equity lines of credit268,109 14,051 7.01 %239,401 13,687 7.64 %
Consumer, indirect696,058 33,890 6.51 %688,234 33,130 6.44 %
Consumer, direct128,687 7,667 7.97 %120,411 7,042 7.82 %
Total loans6,773,355 329,771 6.44 %6,478,440 329,354 6.73 %
Allowance for credit losses(77,165)(67,619)
Net loans6,696,190 6,410,821 
Total earning assets8,663,129 383,570 5.87 %8,435,528 384,598 6.04 %
Goodwill and other intangible assets390,779 398,956 
Other assets502,257 521,144 
Total assets$9,556,165 $9,355,628 
Liabilities and Equity
Interest-bearing deposits:
Savings accounts$912,492 $542 0.08 %$886,316 $633 0.10 %
Governmental deposit accounts784,254 11,943 2.04 %793,581 14,271 2.40 %
Interest-bearing demand accounts1,071,518 1,873 0.23 %1,081,313 1,703 0.21 %
Money market deposit accounts963,491 14,827 2.06 %935,873 16,554 2.36 %
Retail certificates of deposit1,915,433 46,505 3.25 %1,981,959 54,762 3.69 %
Brokered deposit (e)322,534 9,534 3.95 %498,640 15,889 4.26 %
Total interest-bearing deposits5,969,722 85,224 1.91 %6,177,682 103,812 2.25 %
Short-term borrowings (e)457,692 12,793 3.74 %158,072 5,058 4.28 %
Long-term borrowings175,883 7,886 5.96 %233,468 10,705 6.09 %
Total borrowed funds633,575 20,679 4.35 %391,540 15,763 5.36 %
Total interest-bearing liabilities6,603,297 105,903 2.14 %6,569,222 119,575 2.43 %
Non-interest-bearing deposits1,624,206 1,530,040 
Other liabilities99,876 111,926 
Total liabilities8,327,379 8,211,188 
Stockholders’ equity1,228,786 1,144,440 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$9,556,165 $9,355,628 
Net interest income/spread (b)$277,667 3.73 %$265,023 3.61 %
Net interest margin (b)4.23 %4.15 %
(a)Average balances are based on carrying value.
(b)Interest income and yields are presented on a fully tax-equivalent basis, using a 21% statutory federal corporate income tax rate.
(c)Average balances include nonaccrual and impaired loans. Interest income includes interest earned and received on nonaccrual loans prior to the loans being placed on nonaccrual status. Loan fees included in interest income were immaterial for all periods presented.
(d)Loans held for sale are included in the average loan balance listed. Related interest income on loans originated for sale prior to the loan being sold is included in loan interest income.
(e)Interest related to interest rate swap transactions is included, as appropriate to the transaction, in interest expense on short-term FHLB advances and interest expense on brokered deposits for the periods presented in which FHLB advances and brokered deposits were being utilized.

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NON-US GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (Unaudited)
The following non-US GAAP financial measures used by Peoples provide information useful to investors in understanding Peoples' operating performance and trends, and facilitate comparisons with the performance of Peoples' peers. The following tables summarize the non-US GAAP financial measures derived from amounts reported in Peoples' consolidated financial statements:

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202520262025
Core non-interest expense:
Total non-interest expense$74,540 $72,759 $69,894 $218,934 $211,043 
Less: acquisition-related expenses 1,498 410 — 1,924 — 
Core non-interest expense$73,042 $72,349 $69,894 $217,010 $211,043 

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202520262025
Efficiency ratio:
Total non-interest expense$74,540 $72,759 $69,894 $218,934 $211,043 
Less: amortization of other intangible assets1,697 1,697 2,211 5,091 6,635 
Adjusted total non-interest expense72,843 71,062 67,683 213,843 204,408 
Total non-interest income25,645 20,378 23,827 74,277 77,806 
Less: net loss on investment securities(4,512)(8,181)(2,580)(12,693)(2,582)
Less: net loss on asset disposals and other transactions(311)(446)(478)(1,167)(1,119)
Total non-interest income, excluding net gains and losses30,468 29,005 26,885 88,137 81,507 
Net interest income93,842 92,728 91,349 276,990 264,181 
Add: fully tax-equivalent adjustment (a)211 221 279 677 842 
Net interest income on a fully tax-equivalent basis94,053 92,949 91,628 277,667 265,023 
Adjusted revenue$124,521 $121,954 $118,513 $365,804 $346,530 
Efficiency ratio58.50 %58.27 %57.11 %58.46 %58.99 %
Efficiency ratio adjusted for non-core items:
Core non-interest expense$73,042 $72,349 $69,894 $217,010 $211,043 
Less: amortization of other intangible assets1,697 1,697 2,211 5,091 6,635 
Adjusted core non-interest expense71,345 70,652 67,683 211,919 204,408 
Adjusted revenue$124,521 $121,954 $118,513 $365,804 $346,530 
Efficiency ratio adjusted for non-core items57.30 %57.93 %57.11 %57.93 %58.99 %
(a) Tax effect is calculated using a 21% statutory federal corporate income tax rate.
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NON-US GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (Unaudited) -- (Continued)
At or For the Three Months Ended
September 30,June 30,March 31,December 31,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)20262026202620252025
Tangible equity:
Total stockholders' equity$1,227,903 $1,236,551 $1,216,040 $1,206,602 $1,182,776 
Less: goodwill and other intangible assets388,305 389,963 391,601 393,319 395,535 
Tangible equity$839,598 $846,588 $824,439 $813,283 $787,241 
Tangible assets:
Total assets$9,652,095 $9,540,161 $9,648,087 $9,649,630 $9,623,944 
Less: goodwill and other intangible assets388,305 389,963 391,601 393,319 395,535 
Tangible assets$9,263,790 $9,150,198 $9,256,486 $9,256,311 $9,228,409 
Tangible book value per common share:
Tangible equity$839,598 $846,588 $824,439 $813,283 $787,241 
Common shares outstanding35,961,276 35,939,954 35,925,945 35,714,484 35,705,369 
Tangible book value per common share$23.35 $23.56 $22.95 $22.77 $22.05 
Tangible equity to tangible assets ratio:
Tangible equity$839,598 $846,588 $824,439 $813,283 $787,241 
Tangible assets$9,263,790 $9,150,198 $9,256,486 $9,256,311 $9,228,409 
Tangible equity to tangible assets9.06 %9.25 %8.91 %8.79 %8.53 %
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202520262025
Pre-provision net revenue:
Income before income taxes$41,378 $35,638 $38,002 $114,361 $96,832 
Add: provision for credit losses3,569 4,709 7,280 17,972 34,112 
Add: net (gain) loss on OREO(403)— — (377)(30)
Add: net loss on investment securities4,512 8,181 2,580 12,693 2,582 
Add: net loss on other assets366 453 424 1,203 1,021 
Add: net (gain) loss on other transactions 348 (7)54 341 128 
Pre-provision net revenue$49,770 $48,974 $48,340 $146,193 $134,645 

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NON-US GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (Unaudited) -- (Continued)
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202520262025
Annualized net income adjusted for non-core items:
Net income$32,606 $27,953 $29,476 $89,565 $75,024 
Add: net loss on investment securities4,512 8,181 2,580 12,693 2,582 
Less: tax effect of net loss on investment securities (a)948 1,718 542 2,666 542 
Add: net loss on asset disposals and other transactions311 446 478 1,167 1,119 
Less: tax effect of net loss on asset disposals and other transactions (a)65 94 100 245 235 
Add: acquisition-related expenses1,498 410 — 1,924 — 
Less: tax effect of acquisition-related expenses (a)315 86 — 404 — 
Net income adjusted for non-core items$37,599 $35,092 $31,892 $102,034 $77,948 
Days in the period92 91 92 273 273 
Days in the year365 365 365 365 365 
Annualized net income$129,361 $112,119 $116,943 $119,748 $100,307 
Annualized net income adjusted for non-core items$149,170 $140,754 $126,528 $136,419 $104,216 
Return on average assets:
Annualized net income$129,361 $112,119 $116,943 $119,748 $100,307 
Total average assets$9,482,366 $9,586,326 $9,574,270 $9,556,165 $9,355,628 
Return on average assets1.36 %1.17 %1.22 %1.25 %1.07 %
Return on average assets adjusted for non-core items:
Annualized net income adjusted for non-core items$149,170 $140,754 $126,528 $136,419 $104,216 
Total average assets$9,482,366 $9,586,326 $9,574,270 $9,556,165 $9,355,628 
Return on average assets adjusted for non-core items1.57 %1.47 %1.32 %1.43 %1.11 %
(a) Tax effect is calculated using a 21% statutory federal corporate income tax rate.

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NON-US GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (Unaudited) -- (Continued)
For the Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,June 30,September 30,September 30,
(Dollars in thousands)20262026202520262025
Annualized net income excluding amortization of other intangible assets:
Net income $32,606 $27,953 $29,476 $89,565 $75,024 
Add: amortization of other intangible assets1,697 1,697 2,211 5,091 6,635 
Less: tax effect of amortization of other intangible assets (a)356 356 464 1,069 1,393 
Net income excluding amortization of other intangible assets$33,947 $29,294 $31,223 $93,587 $80,266 
Days in the period92 91 92 273 273 
Days in the year365 365 365 365 365 
Annualized net income$129,361 $112,119 $116,943 $119,748 $100,307 
Annualized net income excluding amortization of other intangible assets$134,681 $117,498 $123,874 $125,125 $107,315 
Average tangible equity:
Total average stockholders' equity$1,239,565 $1,228,192 $1,162,768 $1,228,786 $1,144,440 
Less: average goodwill and other intangible assets389,131 390,753 396,636 390,779 398,956 
Average tangible equity$850,434 $837,439 $766,132 $838,007 $745,484 
Return on average stockholders' equity ratio:
Annualized net income$129,361 $112,119 $116,943 $119,748 $100,307 
Average stockholders' equity$1,239,565 $1,228,192 $1,162,768 $1,228,786 $1,144,440 
Return on average stockholders' equity10.44 %9.13 %10.06 %9.75 %8.76 %
Return on average tangible equity ratio:
Annualized net income excluding amortization of other intangible assets$134,681 $117,498 $123,874 $125,125 $107,315 
Average tangible equity$850,434 $837,439 $766,132 $838,007 $745,484 
Return on average tangible equity15.84 %14.03 %16.17 %14.93 %14.40 %
(a) Tax effect is calculated using a 21% statutory federal corporate income tax rate.
END OF RELEASE
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1 Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call October 20, 2026

 

1 Statements in this presentation which are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may include discussions of the financial condition, results of operations, future performance and/or business of Peoples Bancorp Inc. (“Peoples”). The information contained in this presentation should be read in conjunction with Peoples’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 (the “2025 Form 10-K”), Peoples’ Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended June 30, 2026 (the “Second Quarter Form 10-Q”) and March 31, 2026 (the “First Quarter Form 10-Q”), and Peoples’ earnings release for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (the “Third Quarter Earnings Release”), included in Peoples’ Current Report on Form 8-K furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on October 20, 2026, each of which is available on the SEC’s website (sec.gov) or at Peoples’ website (peoplesbancorp.com). Peoples expects to file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (the “Third Quarter Form 10-Q”) with the SEC on or about October 29, 2026. As required by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, Peoples is required to evaluate the impact of subsequent events through the issuance date of its September 30, 2026, consolidated financial statements as part of its Third Quarter Form 10-Q. Accordingly, subsequent events could occur that may cause Peoples to update its critical accounting estimates and/or to revise its financial information from that which is contained in this presentation. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements, which are not historical fact, involve risks and uncertainties, including those detailed in the 2025 Form 10-K under the section “Risk Factors” in Part I, Item 1A, as supplemented by the disclosures in the First Quarter Form 10- Q under the section “Risk Factors”, in Part II, Item 1A, as well as in the Third Quarter Earnings Release. As such, actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking statements made in this presentation. Management believes that the expectations in these forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions within the bounds of management’s knowledge of Peoples’ business and operations. Peoples disclaims any responsibility to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this presentation or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by applicable legal requirements. Safe Harbor Statement

 

2 In connection with the proposed merger with Capital Bancorp, Inc. (“Capital”), Peoples intends to file with the SEC a Registration Statement on Form S-4 to register the shares of Peoples common stock to be issued in connection with the proposed transaction. The Registration Statement will include a joint proxy statement/prospectus, and Peoples and Capital may file with the SEC other relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction. The information contained herein does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING OR INVESTMENT DECISION, INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/ PROSPECTUS REGARDING THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THOSE DOCUMENTS, BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PEOPLES, CAPITAL, AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and security holders will be able to obtain a free copy of the registration statement, including the joint proxy statement/prospectus, as well as other relevant documents filed with the SEC containing information about Peoples and Capital, without charge, at the SEC’s website (https:// www.sec.gov). Peoples and Capital, along with their respective directors, executive officers, management, and employees may be deemed participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed Merger. Information concerning Peoples’ participants is set forth in the Proxy Statement, dated March 6, 2026, for Peoples’ 2026 annual meeting of stockholders as filed with the SEC on Schedule 14A. Information concerning Capital’s participants is set forth in the Proxy Statement, dated April 7, 2026, for Capital’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders as filed with the SEC on Schedule 14A. Additional information regarding the participants in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed transaction and interests of participants of Peoples and Capital in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed Merger will be included in the registration statement and joint proxy statement/prospectus to be filed with the SEC. Free copies of these documents, when available, may be obtained as described in the preceding paragraph. Important Information for Investors and Shareholders

 

3 This presentation contains financial information and performance measures determined by methods other than those in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“US GAAP”). Management uses these “non-US GAAP” financial measures in its analysis of Peoples’ performance and the efficiency of its operations. Management believes that these non-US GAAP financial measures provide a greater understanding of ongoing operations and enhance comparability of results with prior periods and peers. These disclosures should not be viewed as substitutes for financial measures determined in accordance with US GAAP, nor are they necessarily comparable to non-US GAAP performance measures that may be presented by other companies. A reconciliation of these non-US GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable US GAAP financial measures is included under the caption “Non-US GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)” at the end of the Third Quarter Earnings Release. Use of Non-US GAAP Financial Measures

 

4 • Net interest income increased 1%, while net interest margin expanded 8 basis points • Growth of 5% in fee-based income • Provision for credit losses declined 24% • Reduction in our efficiency ratio, adjusted for one- time items • Higher return on average assets of 1.36% • Increased return on average stockholders’ equity of 10.44% • Declines of 11% in our nonperforming loans • Growth in our lower-cost interest-bearing demand and money market accounts of nearly $100 million combined • Improvement in all regulatory capital ratios Net income was $32.6 million, or $0.91 of diluted EPS • Recorded losses of $4.5 million on sales of investment securities in connection with the pending Citizens merger and our strategic plan to stay below $10 billion in assets, which negatively impacted diluted EPS by $0.10 • Recorded $1.5 million of acquisition-related expenses, reducing diluted EPS by $0.03 • Adjusted for one-time losses and acquisition-related expenses of $0.13, diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) of $1.04 exceeded consensus analyst estimates of $0.93 for the quarter Third Quarter 2026 Financial Highlights

 

5 Loan Balances by Segment (As of Most Recent Quarter-End) 12% 4% 11% 22% 12% 9% 25% 5% Residential real estate Home equity lines of credit Owner occupied commercial real estate Non-owner occupied commercial real estate Other consumer loans Specialty finance Commercial and industrial Construction Loan Balances and Yields (Dollars in billions) $1.38 $1.30 $1.23 $1.14 $1.08 $5.35 $5.46 $5.55 $5.68 $5.76 6.71% 6.54% 6.47% 6.42% 6.44% Acquired loans and leases Originated loans and leases Quarterly loan yield 9/30/2025 12/31/2025 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 9/30/2026 – Total loan balances grew $19 million, or 1% annualized, compared to June 30th, compared to June 30, 2026 – At September 30, 2026, 39% of loans were fixed rate, with the remaining 61% at a variable rate Loan Balances by Segment

 

6 Asset Quality Metrics 3.80% 3.52% 3.70% 3.99% 3.50% 3.31% 4.01% 3.74% 2.03% 1.93% 1.89% 2.36% 2.18% 2.10% 2.06% 2.50% 1.00% 1.01% 1.13% 1.11% 1.12% 1.16% 1.14% 1.11% 0.53% 0.50% 0.49% 0.47% 0.45% 0.41% 0.43% 0.38% Criticized loans as a % of total loans Classified loans as a % of total loans Allowance for credit losses as a % of total loans Nonperforming assets as a % of total assets 12/31/2024 3/31/2025 6/30/2025 9/30/2025 12/31/2025 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 9/30/2026 The allowance for credit losses was 1.11% of total loans at September 30, 2026 – Nonperforming loans declined $4 million, or 11% compared to the linked quarter-end – Our allowance for credit losses to nonperforming loans increased to 206.83%, compared to 190.78% at the linked quarter-end – Delinquency levels improved as 99.2% of our loan portfolio was considered “current” compared to 99.1% at June 30th – Criticized loans decreased $18 million, while classified loans grew $30 million compared to June 30th – The growth in classified loans was driven by the downgrade of two commercial real estate loan relationships, and one commercial and industrial loan relationship – We do not anticipate significant losses from these relationships, as we are in the process of exiting these credits Asset Quality

 

7 Net Charge-Offs (Dollars in thousands) 4,484 5,325 3,819 3,401 2,537 2,345 2,114 2,826 1,784 3,475 Small-ticket leasing net charge-offs All other net charge-offs 9/30/2025 12/31/2025 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 9/30/2026 — 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 Provision for Credit Losses and Net Charge-Offs Provision for credit losses declined, while the annualized net charge-off rate increased compared to the linked quarter – Lower provision for credit losses was driven by lower reserves for individually-analyzed loans, coupled with updates to prepayment, curtailment, and funding rates – These declines were partially offset by higher net charge- offs – Small-ticket leasing net charge-offs continued to decline Quarterly Net Charge-Off Rate (Annualized) 0.41% 0.44% 0.40% 0.31% 0.35% 0.15% 0.13% 0.17% 0.11% 0.14% Total net charge-off rate Net charge-off rate, excluding North Star Leasing 9/30/2025 12/31/2025 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 9/30/2026

 

8 Net interest income improved $1.1 million compared to the linked quarter, while net interest margin expanded by 8 basis points – The higher net interest income was primarily driven by increased loan income – Net interest margin expansion was largely due to higher investment and loan yields For the first nine months of 2026, net interest income grew $12.8 million, and net interest margin expanded 8 basis points – Improvement was driven by controlled deposit costs Net Interest Income (Dollars in thousands) $91,349 $92,728 $93,842 $264,181 $276,990 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026 Quarterly Net Interest Margin ("NIM") 4.27% 4.15% 4.12% 4.15% 4.16% 4.12% 4.16% 4.23% 4.31% 0.39% 0.23% 0.17% 0.12% 0.08% 0.08% 0.06% 0.05% 0.04% Net interest margin Accretion impact 3Q 2024 4Q 2024 1Q 2025 2Q 2025 3Q 2025 4Q 2025 1Q 2026 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 Accretion Income (Dollars in thousands) $1,686 $1,169 $975 $7,759 $3,404 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026 Net Interest Income

 

9 Non-interest income grew 26% compared to the linked quarter – Non-interest income benefited from a reduction in investment securities losses, which totaled $4.5 million during the third quarter, compared to $8.2 million for the linked quarter – The losses were related to sales of investment securities as part of our current strategic plan to stay below $10 billion in total assets, and the restructuring of our investment portfolio ahead of the pending Citizens merger Non-interest income, excluding gains and losses, grew 5% compared to the linked quarter – The increase was driven by higher lease income, deposit account service charges, trust and investment income, and bank owned life insurance income For the first nine months of 2026, non-interest income, excluding gains and losses, increased 8% – The improvement was mostly due to increased lease income, trust and investment income, and deposit accounts service charges Non-Interest Income (Dollars in thousands) $23,827 $20,378 $25,645 $77,806 $74,277 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026 Non-Interest Income Non-Interest Income, Excluding Gains and (Losses) (Dollars in thousands) $26,885 $29,005 $30,468 $81,507 $88,137 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026

 

10 Non-interest expense grew 2% compared to the linked quarter – Includes $1.5 million of acquisition-related expenses – Increase was mostly due to higher professional fees, which included the majority of the acquisition-related expenses For the first nine months of 2026, non-interest expense increased 4% – Includes $1.9 million of acquisition-related expenses – The growth was driven by higher operating lease expense, which corresponds to our fee- based lease income, as well as salaries and employee benefit costs, data processing and software expense, and professional fees The reported efficiency ratio increased compared to the linked quarter, and improved for the first nine months of 2026 compared to 2025 – Excluding non-core items, the efficiency ratio improved compared to the linked quarter, and was driven by higher revenue Non-Interest Expense (Dollars in thousands) $69,894 $72,759 $74,540 $211,043 $218,934 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026 Non-Interest Expense Reported Efficiency Ratio 57.1% 58.3% 58.5% 59.0% 58.5% 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026 Efficiency Ratio, Excluding Non-Core Items 57.1% 57.9% 57.3% 59.0% 57.9% 3Q 2025 2Q 2026 3Q 2026 YTD 2025 YTD 2026

 

11 Deposit Balances by Segment (As of Most Recent Quarter-End) 21% 15% 25% 14% 10% 12% 3% Non-interest-bearing deposits Interest-bearing demand accounts Retail certificates of deposit Money market deposit accounts Governmental deposit accounts Savings accounts Brokered deposits Deposit Balances and Costs (Dollars in billions) $1.54 $1.55 $1.59 $1.59 $1.56 $6.30 $6.16 $6.06 $5.86 $5.88 1.76% 1.68% 1.52% 1.46% 1.48% Non-interest-bearing deposits Interest-bearing deposits Quarterly deposit cost 9/30/2025 12/31/2025 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 9/30/2026 Third quarter 2026 deposits increased by $19 million, excluding brokered CDs – Interest-bearing demand accounts grew $52 million, while money market accounts increased $46 million, and were partially offset by reductions in retail CDs of $44 million, and non-interest bearing accounts of $34 million – At September 30, 2026, 78% of our deposits were to retail customers (comprised of consumers and small businesses), while the remaining 22% were to commercial customers – Our average retail customer deposit relationship was $26,000 at quarter-end, while our median was around $2,600 Deposits

 

12 Capital Metrics 13.79% 13.78% 13.98% 14.19% 14.29% 12.54% 12.73% 12.89% 13.10% 13.24% 12.11% 12.29% 12.45% 12.66% 12.81% 9.74% 9.91% 10.14% 10.33% 10.67% 8.53% 8.79% 8.91% 9.25% 9.06% Total risk-based capital ratio Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio Common equity tier 1 capital ratio Leverage ratio Tangible equity to tangible assets 9/30/2025 12/31/2025 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 9/30/2026 – All of our regulatory capital ratios improved during the third quarter, as earnings outpaced dividends – Our tangible equity to tangible assets ratio declined compared to the second quarter, as unrealized losses on available-for-sale investment securities increased, negatively impacting total stockholders’ equity Capital

 

13 Our current expectations for 2026, excluding non-core expenses, and including the Citizens merger: Operating Leverage – Expect to generate positive operating leverage for 2026, compared to 2025 Net Interest Income – Anticipate our net interest margin will be between 4.20% and 4.30% for the full year of 2026 Non-Interest Income Excluding Gains and Losses – Expect that non-interest income, excluding gains and losses, will be between $28 and $30 million for the fourth quarter of 2026 Non-Interest Expense – Anticipate quarterly non-interest expense of between $78 and $80 million for the fourth quarter of 2026 Loans/Asset Quality – Expect our loan growth will be between 6% and 8% for 2026, compared to 2025, which is impacted by the acquired loans from Citizens – Anticipate a reduction in our net charge-offs for 2026 compared to 2025, which we expect to positively impact provision for credit losses, excluding any changes in the economic forecasts 2026 Outlook

 

14 Our current expectations for 2027, excluding non-core expenses and the pending Capital merger: Operating Leverage – Expect to generate positive operating leverage for 2027, compared to 2026 Net Interest Income – Anticipate our net interest margin will be between 4.30% and 4.50% for the full year of 2027 – This assumes a 25 basis point increase in rates from the Federal Reserve in late 2026, one in March 2027 and another in September 2027 Non-Interest Income Excluding Gains and Losses – Expect that non-interest income, excluding gains and losses, will be between $31 and $33 million a quarter – Our first quarter fee-based income is typically elevated as it includes annual performance-based insurance commissions. Non-Interest Expense – Anticipate quarterly total non-interest expense to be between $80 million and $82 million for the second, third and fourth quarters of 2027, with the first quarter of 2027 being higher due to the annual expenses we typically recognize during the first quarter of each year Loans/Asset Quality – Expect our loan growth will be between 3% and 5% compared to 2026, which is dependent on the timing of paydowns on our portfolio – Anticipate similar charge-offs and net charge-off rate for 2027, compared to 2026, which includes projected increases related to the addition of the Citizens portfolio 2027 Outlook

 

15 Proposed Merger: Capital Bancorp, Inc. Combined Branch Footprint

 


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P.O. BOX 738 - MARIETTA, OHIO - 45750NEWS RELEASE
www.peoplesbancorp.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Katie Bailey
October 20, 2026
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
(740) 376-7138

PEOPLES BANCORP INC. DECLARES
QUARTERLY DIVIDEND
_____________________________________________________________________

MARIETTA, Ohio - The Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp Inc. (“Peoples”) (Nasdaq: PEBO) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per common share on October 19, 2026, payable on November 16, 2026, to shareholders of record on November 2, 2026.
This dividend represents a payout of approximately $15.1 million, or 46.3% of Peoples’ reported third quarter 2026 earnings. Based on the closing stock price of Peoples’ common shares of $36.72 on October 16, 2026, the quarterly dividend produces an annualized yield of 4.58%.
Peoples Bancorp Inc. ("Peoples", Nasdaq: PEBO) is a diversified financial services holding company and makes available a complete line of banking, trust and investment, insurance and specialty financing solutions through its subsidiaries. Headquartered in Marietta, Ohio, since 1902, Peoples has established a heritage of financial stability, growth and community impact. Peoples had $9.7 billion in total assets as of September 30, 2026, and 144 locations, including 127 full-service bank branches in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Peoples' vision is to be the Best Community Bank in America.
Peoples is a member of the Russell 3000 index of United States ("U.S.") publicly-traded companies. Peoples offers services through Peoples Bank (which includes the divisions of Peoples Investment Services, Peoples Premium Finance, Peoples Life Insurance Premium Finance, and North Star Leasing), Peoples Insurance Agency, LLC, and Vantage Financial, LLC.

END OF RELEASE


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