Peoples Bancorp reported a net loss of $5.8 million, or $0.28 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2021, impacted by acquisition-related costs and increased provision for credit losses. However, fee-based businesses showed great growth and the merger with Premier Financial Bancorp was successfully closed.
Successfully closed merger with Premier Financial Bancorp, Inc. on September 17, 2021, with minimal customer impact.
Premium finance and leasing divisions both had over 60% annualized growth in loan and lease balances compared to the linked quarter.
Fee-based businesses experienced great growth, with trust and investment income up 22% and insurance income up 9% compared to 2020.
Total revenue increased at an annualized rate of 26% compared to the linked quarter.
Peoples Bancorp anticipates continued growth and expansion across its new footprint in 2022, focusing on client care and effective execution.