Peoples Bancorp reports Q1 EPS 80c vs. 79c last year

Net interest margin was 3.68% for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 3.51% for the three months ended March 31, 2025. Reports book value per share $29.78. William Cable, Sr., CEO, attributed the increase in first quarter net earnings to an increase in net interest income, which was partially offset by an increase in the provision for credit losses and an increase in non-interest expense, compared to the prior year period.