Peoples Bancorp Announces Special Cash Dividend

Core Viewpoint - Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. has declared a special cash dividend of $0.16 per share, which will be paid on February 14, 2025, to shareholders of record on February 3, 2025 [1] Company Information - Peoples Bank operates 16 banking offices across North Carolina, specifically in Catawba, Alexander, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Iredell, and Wake Counties, and has loan production offices in Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, and Forsyth Counties [3] - The company's common stock is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "PEBK" [3] Dividend Information - Shareholders are encouraged to enroll in the Company's Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan, with contact details provided for inquiries [2]