PEBO

Peoples Bancorp (PEBO) is highlighted as an attractive dividend investment opportunity with a 4.67% dividend yield, significantly higher than the S&P 500's 1.38%. The company has demonstrated consistent dividend growth with a 3.63% average annual increase over the past 5 years and a solid earnings growth forecast of 16.35% for 2026. With a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy) and a conservative 47% payout ratio, PEBO represents a compelling income investment for dividend-focused investors.

Peoples Bancorp (PEBO) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on October 20 with consensus estimates of $0.92 EPS and $123.17M in revenue. The company has a positive Earnings ESP of +1.09% combined with a Zacks Rank #1, suggesting a likely earnings beat. The stock has beaten consensus estimates in all four of the last quarters.

Zacks highlights two stocks with Strong Buy ratings and value characteristics: Peoples Bancorp (PEBO), a financial holding company with a P/E of 10.20 and earnings estimate increases of 0.8% over 60 days, and Avient (AVNT), a specialty-materials company with a P/E of 12.58 and earnings estimate increases of 3.9% over 60 days. Both stocks carry a Zacks Rank #1 and possess a Value Score of B.