FBNC — First Bancorp
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | FBNC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.73% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 4.80% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 34.0% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +31.8% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
3.41%
3-Year Growth
1.12%
5-Year Growth
4.80%
10-Year Growth
11.02%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 24, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 25, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.2400 | +4.35% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.2300 | +4.55% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.2200 | +10.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
34.0%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
19.0%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.88 | $52.35M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.93 | $44.34M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.49 | $48.21M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.38 | $53.98M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does First Bancorp pay a dividend?
Yes, First Bancorp (FBNC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.73%.
What is FBNC's dividend yield?
FBNC's current dividend yield is 1.73%. The annual dividend is $0.91.
When is FBNC's next ex-dividend date?
FBNC's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has First Bancorp increased its dividend?
First Bancorp has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.