New York, October 14, 2026 — OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), which operates regulated markets for more than 12,000 U.S. and international securities, announced today that Peoples, Ltd. (OTCQX: PPLL), the holding company behind PS Bank, has successfully advanced its listing to the OTCQX® Best Market, moving up from the OTCID Basic Market.
Peoples, Ltd. began trading on the OTCQX platform earlier today under the ticker symbol “PPLL.” Private equity investors can now obtain up‑to‑date financial disclosures and real‑time Level 2 pricing directly at www.otcmarkets.com.
Escaping onto the OTCQX Market constitutes a defining milestone for American community banks seeking participation in public capital markets. The OTCQX designate empowers commercial banks with greater price transparency, rigorous shareholder reporting, and expanded access to institutional investors. Achieving this tier requires firms to satisfy demanding financial benchmarks, demonstrate strong corporate‑governance practices, and guarantee full compliance with applicable securities regulations.
“Joining the OTCQX Market represents an exciting progression for Peoples Ltd. as we broaden our investor base and deepen engagement. This step reaffirms our dedication to creating durable value for shareholders while preserving the community‑banking principles of sound risk management and long‑term stability,” said Anthony J. Gabello, President & Chief Executive Officer.
In Q2 2026, dollar‑volume generated by U.S. community banks listed on the OTCQX top‑tier reached $464 million. Across the first half of the year, OTC Markets posted total dollar volume of $453.34 billion. Within this period, 104 banks engaged in OTCQX listings, averaging an enterprise value of approximately $166 million per firm.
About Peoples, Ltd.
The entity offers a broad spectrum of core financial services to individual clients, small enterprises, and corporate customers through offices located in Bradford, Lackawanna, Sullivan, Wyoming, and Susquehanna Counties, Pennsylvania.
About OTC Markets Group Inc.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated market venues supporting over 12,000 U.S. and global securities offerings. The company relies on data‑driven disclosure frameworks that define its public market segmentation: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID Basic Market, and Pink Limited Market. Complementary infrastructure comes from OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems, including OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, OTC Overnight®, and MOON ATS®—all secured and overseen by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA‑ and SEC‑registered broker‑dealer with SIPC coverage.
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