Peoples Bancorp Receives Regulatory Approvals for Merger with Citizens National Corporation
Peoples Bancorp Inc., parent company of Peoples Bank, has received all necessary regulatory approvals to proceed with its merger with Citizens National Corporation. The transaction will result in the formation of a new entity under the Peoples umbrella and includes the consolidation of Citizens' subsidiary bank as well. The Merger Agreement was approved by Citizens shareholders on August 6, 2026, following initial agreement terms set forth on April 20, 2026. The merger is expected to expand Peoples’ footprint in key markets across Ohio and beyond while leveraging the combined strengths of both organizations. Peoples operates with a diverse range of financial services through its subsidiaries and has $9.5 billion in total assets as of June 30, 2026.
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