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39.10 USD
P/E
11.53
EPS
3.39
Yield
3.69%
Safety Score
96
P/B
0.92
ROE
7.95
Beta
0.87
Target Price
47.60 USD
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First Merchants Corporation

🧾 Earnings Recap – Q1 2026

First Merchants delivered solid Q1 results with adjusted EPS up 9.6% year-over-year, driven by net interest margin expansion and fee income growth, despite one-time acquisition expenses and portfolio repositioning impacts.

  • Adjusted earnings per share reached $1.03, reflecting strong operational performance amidst integration costs.
  • Loan growth remained stable, with record production in real estate and asset-based teams; mid-single-digit full-year growth outlook maintained.
  • Deposit franchise showed resilience, with high-cost public and brokered funds declining, supporting margin improvements.
  • Strategic loan repositioning and disciplined deposit pricing contributed to margin expansion and enhanced earnings quality.
  • Integration with First Savings Bank progressing on plan, with robust client engagement and development of SBA and specialty verticals to bolster fee income.
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Key Metrics
Earnings dateJuly 22, 2026
P/E11.53
EPS3.39
Book Value42.35
Price to Book0.92
% Insiders2.061%
Growth
Revenue Growth-0.03%
Earnings Growth-0.52%
Estimates
Forward P/E8.58
Forward EPS4.56
Target Mean Price47.60
Dividend
Dividend Yield3.69%
Annual dividends1.44 USD
Ex-Div. DateMarch 6, 2026
Payout43.82%
5y avg Yield3.45%

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Is First Merchants Corporation a good investment? First Merchants Corporation (FRME) is currently trading at 39.10 USD. Market analysts have a consensus price target of 47.60 USD. This suggests a potential upside from current levels.

In terms of valuation, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 11.53. This relatively low multiple may signal that First Merchants Corporation is undervalued compared to historical market norms.

Earnings Schedule: First Merchants Corporation is expected to release its next earnings report on July 22, 2026. The market consensus estimate for Forward EPS is 4.56.

For income investors, First Merchants Corporation pays a dividend yield of 3.69%. With a payout ratio of 44%, the dividend appears sustainable.

Investor FAQ

Does First Merchants Corporation pay a dividend?

Yes, it pays an annual dividend of 1.44 USD (3.69% yield).

What asset class is First Merchants Corporation?

First Merchants Corporation is classified as a Stock. You can compare it against its peer in the "Related Symbols" list.

When is the next earnings date?

The next earnings date is projected to be July 22, 2026. The company currently has a trailing EPS of 3.39.

Company Profile

First Merchants Corporation operates as the financial holding company for First Merchants Bank that provides commercial and consumer banking services. The company offers a range of financial services, including checking, savings, and deposit products; debit and credit cards; mortgages, refinance, construction or renovation of residential properties, agricultural lending, treasury management services and depository products. It also provides personal and commercial wealth management services, brokerage, investment management, private banking, fiduciary estate, and financial planning services. The company operates banking locations in Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan counties. It offers its services through electronic and mobile delivery channels. First Merchants Corporation was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Muncie, Indiana.

Exchange Ticker
NMS (United States) FRME
Dividend Yield

3.69% (5y avg: 3.45%)

Annual Dividends

1.44 USD

Next ex. div date

March 6, 2026

Payout Ratio

43.82%

Historical Dividends
Year Total Dividends
2027 0.39 USD
2026 1.52 USD
2025 1.43 USD
2024 1.39 USD
2023 1.34 USD
2022 1.25 USD
2021 1.13 USD
2020 1.04 USD
2019 1.00 USD
2018 0.84 USD
2017 0.69 USD
2016 0.54 USD
2015 0.41 USD
2014 0.29 USD
2013 0.18 USD
2012 0.10 USD
2011 0.04 USD
2010 0.04 USD
2009 0.47 USD
2008 0.92 USD
2007 0.92 USD
2006 0.92 USD
2005 0.92 USD
2004 0.92 USD
2003 0.90 USD
2002 0.86 USD
2001 0.81 USD
2000 0.78 USD
1999 0.73 USD
1998 0.67 USD
1997 0.60 USD
1996 0.51 USD
1995 0.45 USD
1994 0.41 USD
1993 0.36 USD
1992 0.57 USD
1991 0.30 USD
1990 0.27 USD
1989 0.13 USD

Yearly aggregated dividends

Dividends

First Merchants Corporation
Mar 20, 2026 Paid
Dividend
0.36 USD
First Merchants Corporation
Dec 19, 2025 Paid
Dividend
0.36 USD
First Merchants Corporation
Sep 19, 2025 Paid
Dividend
0.36 USD
First Merchants Corporation
Jun 20, 2025 Paid
Dividend
0.36 USD

Historical Split Corporate Actions

Split Date Split Ratio to 1
Aug. 29, 2001 1.050000
Aug. 28, 2002 1.050000
Aug. 27, 2003 1.050000
Oct. 26, 1998 1.500000
Oct. 30, 1995 1.500000
Jan. 26, 1993 1.500000
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