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Southern National Bancorp of Virginia, Inc2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T Our Promise Our Core Values: We strive to be exceptional Employees and inspire others to be exceptional too. Our Vision To be the bank that’s exceptional at serving our communities, including We are informed, encouraged, and committed. Integrity We are fair and truthful. Exceptional Customer Service We surpass our customers’ expectations. employees, customers Accountability and shareholders. We are accountable for our own actions and bank goals. Progressive and Positive We see change as an opportunity. Our Mission To provide exceptional customer service while selling to customer needs. 2 0 2 3 A n n u a l R e p o r t Table of Contents Message from the President Financial Highlights Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Consolidated Balance Sheets Consolidated Statements of Earnings Our Leadership 2 4 5 6 7 8 From the President “ When we show up for others in truly meaningful ways, they succeed—and we succeed.” In 2023, the Bank marked its 111th consecutive year of delivering exceptional service to our customers, communities, and each other, as this annual report reflects. While our products and capabilities continue to advance, our dedication to empowering people to be exceptional remains unchanged. Each day, our employees actively contribute to improving the lives of our neighbors, the local business community, and the communities we serve. Thank you for being truly exceptional and for helping to bring out the exceptional in others. Year-to-date highlights are as follows: l Net earnings were $15.5 million or $2.87 per share and $2.77 per diluted share for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to $16.1 million or $2.94 per share and $2.85 per diluted share for the year ended December 31, 2022. l Total loans were $1.1 billion at December 31, 2023, as compared to $1.0 billion at December 31, 2022. l Total deposits were $1.4 billion at December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022. Deposit balances covered by FDIC insurance amounted to 72.55% of total deposits at December 31, 2023 and 69.36% of total deposits at December 31, 2022. Peoples Bank continues to be a well-capitalized Bank with robust earnings and operating standards. While we applaud the contributions of our employees who are the driving force behind the Bank’s success, we also wish to thank our board of directors for their guidance, support, vision, and expertise. You lead with integrity, serve with passion, and demonstrate wisdom and care. Here is a recap of some of our more noteworthy achievements and announcements this year. Investment in Technology We launched a new customer service platform. With this platform, we have streamlined the account opening process, centralized business account opening, and provided an easy-to-use interface for employees. This new platform enhances our customer service experience and improves our overall efficiency. Mooresville Relocation We strategically relocated our Mooresville business center to a more prominent and accessible area, positioning ourselves to capitalize on greater opportunities. The new address is 163 Plantation Ridge Dr, Mooresville, and officially opened on April 4th. This relocation represents a pivotal opportunity and is a significant stride in reinforcing our presence and expanding our influence in the area.. 2 2 0 2 3 A n n u a l R e p o r t Supporting our Communities In 2023, we significantly increased our community involvement through volunteering, with an increase of 134% in volunteer hours and a 54% rise in total number of employee volunteers. Notably, Catawba County accounted for 51% of our volunteer hours, demonstrating our dedication to volunteering within the community. We are dedicated to our partnerships with non-profit organizations and education, which comprised 74% of our volunteer hours. This underscores our strong commitment to supporting important institutions and prioritizing youth education. In addition to the Bank, which operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, we would like to remind you of our three subsidiary companies: Peoples Investment Services, Inc., licensed financial advisors who provide access to investment products, which include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and other suitable monetary investments through our affiliation with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Real Estate Advisory Services, Inc., which provides real estate appraisals (both residential and commercial) to the Peoples Bank market area, is a valued partner with respect to real estate lending. Community Bank Real Estate Solutions, LLC, assists community banks across the country with appraisal management services. Thank you for your support and for recommending our Bank and subsidiary companies to members of your communities. Sincerely, Lance A. Sellers President and Chief Executive Officer 3 Financial Highlights Dollars in Thousands Except Per Share Amounts Interest income Interest expense Net interest earnings Provision for (recovery of) credit losses Net interest earnings after provision for credit losses Non-interest income Non-interest expense Income taxes Net earnings Per Share of Common Stock Basic net earnings Diluted net earnings Cash dividends Market price at December 31 Book value at December 31 At Year-end Loans, net Available for sale securities Assets Deposits Shareholders’ equity 2023 2022 Change $ $ $ 71,862 17,143 54,719 1,566 53,153 22,914 56,144 4,377 15,546 2.87 2.77 0.91 30.94 22.53 54,431 3,323 51,108 1,472 49,636 26,689 56,030 4,172 16,123 2.94 2.85 0.87 32.56 19.24 $ 1,082,025 1,022,114 391,924 1,635,910 1,392,045 121,016 445,394 1,620,927 1,435,215 105,195 32% 416% 7% 6% 7% -14% 0% 5% -4% -2% -3% 5% -5% 17% 6% -12% 1% -3% 15% Key Performance Ratios Return on average assets Return on average shareholders’ equity Dividend payout ratio Average shareholders’ equity to total average assets 0.97% 13.37% 32.86% 7.24% 0.97% 13.01% 30.61% 7.45% 4 2 0 2 3 A n n u a l R e p o r t Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. We have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (United States), the consolidated balance sheets of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, and the related consolidated statements of earnings, comprehensive income, shareholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. 31, 2018 (not presented herein); and in our report, dated March 14, 2019, we expressed an unqualified We have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United opinion on those consolidated financial statements. States), the consolidated balance sheets of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, and the related consolidated statements of earnings, comprehensive income (loss), changes in In our opinion, the information set forth in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial shareholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2023 (not statements is fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the consolidated financial statements presented herein); and in our report, dated March 7, 2024, we expressed an unqualified opinion on those from which it has been derived. consolidated financial statements. In our opinion, the information set forth in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements is fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the consolidated financial statements from which it has been derived. Charlotte, North Carolina March 14, 2019 Raleigh, North Carolina March 7, 2024 elliottdavis.com elliottdavis.com 5 Consolidated Balance Sheets December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (Dollars in thousands) Assets Cash and due from banks, including reserve requirements of $0 at both 12/31/23 and 12/31/22 Interest-bearing deposits Cash and cash equivalents Investment securities available for sale Other investments Total securities Mortgage loans held for sale Loans Less allowance for credit losses Net loans Premises and equipment, net Cash surrender value of life insurance Right of use lease asset Accrued interest receivable and other assets Total assets Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity Deposits: Noninterest-bearing demand Interest-bearing demand, MMDA & savings Time, $250,000 or more Other time Total deposits Securities sold under agreements to repurchase Junior subordinated debentures Lease liability Accrued interest payable and other liabilities Total liabilities Commitments Shareholders’ equity: Preferred stock, no par value; authorized 5,000,000 shares; no shares issued and outstanding Common stock, no par value; authorized 20,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 5,534,499 shares at December 31, 2023 and 5,636,830 shares at December 31, 2022 Common stock, held by deferred compensation trust, at cost: 163.702 shares at December 31, 2023 and 169,094 shares at December 31, 2022 Deferred compensation Retained earnings Accumulated other comprehensive loss Total shareholders’ equity Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity December 31, December 31, 2023 (Audited) $ 32,819 49,556 82,375 391,924 2,874 394,798 686 1,093,066 (11,041) 1,082,025 16,702 18,134 4,731 36,459 $ 1,635,910 $ 432,687 620,244 148,904 190,210 1,392,045 86,715 15,464 4,832 15,838 2 022 (Audited) 50,061 21,535 71,596 445,394 2,656 448,050 211 1,032,608 (10,494) 1,022,114 18,205 17,703 5,116 37,932 1,620,927 523,088 814,128 31,001 66,998 1,435,215 47,688 15,464 5,185 12,180 1,514,894 1,515,732 - - 50,625 52,636 (1,910) 1,910 109,756 (39,365) 121,016 (2,181) 2,181 100,156 (47,597) 105,195 $ 1,635,910 1,620,927 See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. See Appendix A to the Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. Proxy Statement for a complete set of Consolidated Financial Statements. 6 Consolidated Statements of Earnings For the Years Ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 2 0 2 3 A n n u a l R e p o r t (Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts) Interest income: Interest and fees on loans Interest on due from banks Interest on investment securities: U.S. Government sponsored enterprises States and political subdivisions Other Total interest income Interest expense: Demand deposits, MMDA & savings deposits Time deposits Junior subordinated debentures Other Total interest expense Net interest income Provision for (recovery of) credit losses Net interest income after provision for credit losses Non-interest income: Service charges Other service charges and fees Loss on sale of securities, net Mortgage banking income Insurance and brokerage commissions Appraisal management fee income Gain (loss) on sale of premises and equipment Gain on sale of other real estate, net Miscellaneous Total non-interest income Non-interest expense: Salaries and employee benefits Occupancy Professional fees Advertising Debit card expense FDIC insurance Appraisal management fee expense Other Total non-interest expense Earnings before income taxes Income tax expense Net earnings Basic net earnings per share Diluted net earnings per share Cash dividends declared per share 2023 (Audited) 55,507 2,216 9,365 2,949 1,825 71,862 6,731 7,916 1,079 1,417 17,143 54,719 1,566 53,153 5,496 697 (2,488) 301 929 9,592 184 - 8,203 22,914 26,640 7,962 1,716 750 1,255 745 7,559 9,517 56,144 19,923 4,377 15,546 2.87 2.77 0.91 $ $ $ $ $ 2022 (Audited) 43,077 2,223 4,150 4,075 906 54,431 2,019 562 529 213 3,323 51,108 1,472 49,636 5,290 734 - 393 945 11,663 (85) - 7,749 26,689 26,130 8,048 1,915 693 1,224 461 9,264 8,295 56,030 20,295 4,172 16,123 2.94 2.85 0.87 2 021 (Audited) 41,186 258 2,478 3,146 111 47,179 2,029 752 280 144 3,205 43,974 (1,163) 45,137 3,921 803 - 2,505 1,035 8,890 105 21 7,639 24,919 24,506 7,858 1,826 536 1,000 415 7,112 7,874 51,127 18,929 3,796 15,133 2.71 2.63 0.66 See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. See Appendix A to the Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. Proxy Statement for a complete set of Consolidated Financial Statements. 7 Our Leadership Lance Sellers President & CEO Jeffrey N. Hooper EVP, Chief Financial Officer Bill Cable EVP, Chief Operating Officer Kim Boyd-Leaks EVP, Chief Retail Banking Support Officer Tim Turner EVP, Chief Credit Officer Jim Perry EVP, Chief Retail Banking Officer 8 Peoples Bank and Peoples Bancorp Board of Directors Robert C. Abernethy Chairman of the Board Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. and Peoples Bank President, Secretary and Treasurer Carolina Glove Company, Inc. James S. Abernethy President and Assistant Secretary Midstate Contractors, Inc. Kim Boyd-Leaks EVP, Chief Retail Banking Support Officer Peoples Bank Douglas S. Howard Vice President and Treasurer Denver Equipment Company of Charlotte, Inc. John W. Lineberger, Jr. Vice President Lineberger Brothers, Inc. Gary E. Matthews President and Director Matthews Construction Company, Inc. Billy L. Price, Jr., M.D. Practitioner of Internal Medicine BL Price Jr Medical Consultants, PLLC Larry E. Robinson Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer The Blue Ridge Distributing Company, Inc. W. Gregory Terry President Clemson Legacy Designs Collegiate Legacy Designs Director/Consultant Drum & Willis-Reynolds Funeral Home & Crematory Dan Ray Timmerman, Sr. Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Timmerman Manufacturing, Inc. Benjamin I. Zachary President, Treasurer, General Manager and Director Alexander Railroad Company Peoples Bank Subsidiaries’ Board of Directors and Officers Shareholder and General Information 2 0 2 3 A n n u a l R e p o r t Community Bank Real Estate Solutions, LLC Board of Directors Officers Robert C. Abernethy David E. Reitzel Dan Ray Timmerman, Sr. Lance A. Sellers David E. Reitzel President Lance A. Sellers Vice President John Noonan Vice President Krissy O. Price Secretary Jeffrey N. Hooper Treasurer Peoples Investment Services, Inc. Board of Directors Officers Robert C. Abernethy Billy L. Price, Jr., M.D. David C. Brown Larry E. Robinson Douglas S. Howard Lance A. Sellers William D. Cable, Sr. David C. Brown President Lance A. Sellers Vice President and Assistant Secretary Krissy O. Price Secretary Jeffrey N. Hooper Treasurer Real Estate Advisory Services, Inc. Board of Directors Officers Robert C. Abernethy Dan Ray Timmerman, Sr. David E. Reitzel Lance A. Sellers David E. Reitzel President Lance A. Sellers Vice President John Noonan Vice President Krissy O. Price Secretary Jeffrey N. Hooper Treasurer Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Peoples Bancorp will be conducted in a virtual-only format at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Common Stock Peoples Bancorp common stock is listed on the NASDAQ (National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations) Global Market, where our symbol is PEBK. Dividend Reinvestment & Stock Purchase Peoples Bancorp offers a Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan for the benefit of the Company’s shareholders. The Plan provides for the full or partial reinvestment of cash dividends, optional cash purchases of the Company’s stock, safekeeping of the share certificates, liquidation of shares, and gifting of shares and enrollment of the designated recipients. Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions, Inc. is the Plan Administrator. For more information, one may call Peoples Bancorp at 828-464-5620 or 800-948-7195 or contact the Plan Administrator at 855-263-4988. Shareholders of Peoples Bancorp are entitled to receive dividends when and as declared by the Board of Directors out of funds legally available therefore. Such dividend payments are declared based upon the guidelines of North Carolina and federal banking law. Corporate Office Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. 518 West C Street PO Box 467 Newton, NC 28658 828-464-5620 Stock Transfer Agent & Registrar Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 1342 Brentwood, NY 11717 www.broadridge.com Independent Auditors Elliott Davis, PLLC 5410 Trinity Road, Suite 320 Raleigh, NC 27607
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