Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: First Merchants Corporation (FRME)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Report Date: July 22, 2026
Reporting Period: Second Quarter ended June 30, 2026
This filing announces the issuance of a press release regarding Q2 2026 financial results and schedules an earnings conference call for July 23, 2026.
Key Financial Metrics
The provided text is a cover report and does not contain specific financial data. Revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, and liquidity figures are not present in this document.
Note: Detailed metrics are contained in the referenced Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) and Exhibit 99.2 (Slide Presentation), which are not included in the input text.
Material Changes
No material changes or comparative financial data are disclosed in the text of this Form 8-K. The filing serves solely to notify the market of the availability of the Q2 2026 results.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
- Management Commentary: Scheduled for the earnings conference call on July 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET.
- Legal Disclaimer: The information in this report, including the press release and slide presentation, is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is not subject to liability under that section.
- Incorporation by Reference: This information shall not be incorporated by reference into any other filing unless expressly set forth by specific reference.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for specific Q2 2026 revenue, net income, and earnings per share figures.
- Access Exhibit 99.2 (Slide Presentation) for management's outlook and strategic updates.
- Verify the earnings call details: July 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET.
- Confirm trading symbols: Common Stock (FRME) and Preferred Stock Series A (FRMEP) on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC.