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First Bancorp Q3 Net Interest Margin Expands to 3.75%

Reports Q3 net interest margin 3.75%, an expansion of 0.04% from the linked quarter and 0.29% from the year ago quarter. Tangible book value per share was $29.77 from $29.84 last quarter. CEO Richard Moore stated, "First Bancorp delivered another strong quarter, reflecting disciplined balance sheet management, strong credit quality, loan growth and continued operating efficiency. Our performance through the first nine months of 2026 demonstrates the strength of our franchise, while liquidity and capital remain solid. We are pleased with our year-to-date results and remain confident in our ability to finish the year on a strong note. We also look forward to welcoming the Carolina Bank team and the enhancements to our South Carolina franchise."

First Bancorp Q2 Net Interest Margin at 3.71%

Reports Q2 net interest margin 3.71%, up 0.04% from the linked quarter and 0.39% from the like quarter. Reports tangible book value per common share $29.84 vs. $29.01 at previous quarter end. CEO Richard Moore stated, "First Bancorp continued to build on its positive start to 2026 with strong Q2 financial results driven by continued margin expansion, prudent balance sheet execution, high quality loans and a controlled efficiency ratio. Earnings continue to benefit from the repositioning of lower-yielding assets into higher-yielding opportunities, while our liquidity position, capital levels, and credit quality remain strong. We are pleased with our performance through the first half of the year and remain confident in our ability to sustain positive momentum and deliver continued success in 2026. We are excited about the acquisition of First Carolina which brings talented bankers and will help us accelerate our South Carolina growth expansion."

First Bancorp to Acquire First Carolina for $166M

First Bancorp (FBNC) and First Carolina (FCBM) signed a definitive merger agreement under which First Bancorp will acquire First Carolina in a stock and cash transaction with an aggregate value of $166M, based on First Bancorp's stock price of $64.22 as of July 13. The consideration payable to First Carolina shareholders consists of 1,967,017 shares of First Bancorp common stock and $40M in cash. The merger agreement is expected to close in 4Q26 or early in 1Q27, subject to customary closing conditions, including First Carolina shareholder approval and regulatory approval. Carolina Bank is a privately held community bank headquartered in Florence, South Carolina with approximately $831M in assets. Founded in 1936, the Bank has had a presence in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina and operates 14 branches across six counties in the state. Carolina Bank is one of the top-performing community banks based in the Carolinas with an LTM return on average assets of 1.60% for the twelve months ended March 31, 2026.