First Merchants Corporation (FRME)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol FRME
  • Rev/Share 12.7786
  • Book/Share 40.2321
  • PB 0.9251
  • Debt/Equity 0.0
  • CurrentRatio 0.0
  • ROIC 0.0601

 

  • MktCap 2170186540.0
  • FreeCF/Share 4.6415
  • PFCF 8.0657
  • PE 10.3334
  • Debt/Assets 0.0
  • DivYield 0.0376
  • ROE 0.0913

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 3
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade FRME Hovde Group Market Perform Outperform -- $50 Jan. 31, 2025

News

First Merchants Corporation Announces Cash Dividend
FRME
Published: May 16, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

MUNCIE, Ind., May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ: FRME) declared a cash dividend on May 16, 2025 of $0.36 per share. The dividend is payable on June 20, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of June 6, 2025. For purposes of broker trading, the ex-date of the cash dividend is June 5, 2025.

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First Merchants Corporation: Downgrading After A Good Run
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Published: May 15, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

First Merchants Corporation has seen a 27.5% increase in shares since my 'buy' rating in June 2024, outperforming the S&P 500's 7% rise. Despite growth in key balance sheet areas, recent financial performance has been mixed, with revenue and profit volatility prompting a downgrade to 'hold'. The bank's loan portfolio is diversified, but a high proportion of variable-rate loans could impact income negatively if interest rates drop.

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Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About First Merchants (FRME) Q1 Earnings
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Published: April 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for First Merchants (FRME) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?
FRME
Published: April 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Merchants (FRME) have what it takes?

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Why First Merchants (FRME) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now
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Published: April 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Merchants (FRME) have what it takes?

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First Merchants Corporation to Report First Quarter 2025 Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast
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Published: April 03, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

MUNCIE, Ind., April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Merchants Corporation (Nasdaq:FRME) will report first quarter 2025 financial results on April 24, 2025. The Corporation will host a first quarter 2025 earnings conference call and webcast at 11:30 a.m. (ET) on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

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First Merchants (FRME) Upgraded to Strong Buy: Here's Why
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Published: March 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

First Merchants (FRME) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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Why First Merchants (FRME) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio
FRME
Published: March 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Merchants (FRME) have what it takes?

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Best Momentum Stock to Buy for March 20th
FRME, HSNGY, TKOMY
Published: March 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HSNGY, TKOMY and FRME made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on March 20, 2025.

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Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for March 14th
FRME, HWC, ZION
Published: March 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ZION, FRME and HWC made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on March 14, 2025.

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First Merchants (FRME) is a Top Dividend Stock Right Now: Should You Buy?
FRME
Published: March 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Merchants (FRME) have what it takes?

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First Merchants (FRME) Could Be a Great Choice
FRME
Published: February 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Merchants (FRME) have what it takes?

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About First Merchants Corporation (FRME)

  • IPO Date 1989-06-20
  • Website https://www.firstmerchants.com
  • Industry Banks - Regional
  • CEO Mr. Mark K. Hardwick
  • Employees 2120

First Merchants Corporation operates as the financial holding company for First Merchants Bank that provides community banking services. It accepts time, savings, and demand deposits; and provides consumer, commercial, agri-business, and real estate mortgage loans, as well as public finance. The company also offers personal and corporate trust; brokerage and private wealth management; and letters of credit, repurchase agreements, and other corporate services. It operates 109 banking locations in Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, and Michigan counties. The company also offers its services through electronic and mobile delivery channels. First Merchants Corporation was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Muncie, Indiana.