First Community Bankshares Declares Special Cash Dividend of $1.00 per Share
First Community Bankshares reported its Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend to common shareholders of $1.00 per common share. The Company earned approximately $36.33 million in the first three quarters of 2025, from which it paid regular dividends of $17.02M, and repurchased shares for $1.85M. The Board of Directors determined that the Company will have sufficient surplus capital to support anticipated growth opportunities and other needs after payment of the special dividend totaling approximately $18.32M. This special cash dividend is expected to be payable on or about January 16, 2026, to shareholders of record on or about January 2, 2026, and may not be indicative of special cash dividend activity in the future.
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First Community Bankshares Completes Acquisition of Hometown Bancshares
- Acquisition Completed: First Community Bankshares finalized its acquisition of Hometown Bancshares and its subsidiary Union Bank on January 23, 2026, marking a strategic expansion into the West Virginia market and enhancing its potential for low-cost core deposit growth.
- Shareholder Returns: Under the merger agreement, Hometown shareholders will receive 11.706 shares of First Community common stock for each share of Hometown common stock, reflecting a commitment to shareholder value while also presenting potential stock price appreciation opportunities for First Community's investors.
- Market Expansion: Hometown's eight branches will reopen as First Community Bank branches on January 26, 2026, further solidifying First Community's presence in the Parkersburg-Marietta-Vienna MSA and enhancing its customer service capabilities.
- Asset Scale: As of December 2025, Hometown reported approximately $415 million in total assets, $172 million in total loans, and $376 million in total deposits, which will provide First Community with a stronger deposit base and a broader range of product and technology offerings.

First Community Bankshares Declares $1 Special Cash Dividend per Share
- Special Cash Dividend: First Community Bankshares' Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend of $1 per common share, totaling approximately $18.32 million, reflecting the company's strong capital management and commitment to shareholder returns.
- Earnings and Dividend Strategy: The company earned about $36.33 million in the first three quarters of 2025, paying regular dividends of $17.02 million and repurchasing $1.85 million in shares, demonstrating prudent and efficient capital utilization.
- Capital Adequacy: The Board confirmed that after the special dividend payment, the company will have sufficient surplus capital to support anticipated growth opportunities, ensuring the continued development of its core operations and customer service.
- Historical Performance Review: Since July 1, 2013, the company has earned approximately $452 million, paid regular dividends of $192 million and special dividends of $46 million, and repurchased 9.38 million shares, showcasing its stable financial performance and ability to create shareholder value.






