First Merchants Corporation (FRME) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

First Merchants Corporation (FRME) is a Banks - Regional company in the Financial Services sector listed on the NASDAQ Global Select. It pays a current dividend yield of 3.56% ($1.45 per share annually (TTM)), with 14 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was June 5, 2026, with payment scheduled for June 19, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 43.8%; the market capitalization is approximately $2.50B.

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Frequently Asked Questions about First Merchants Corporation (FRME)

What is First Merchants Corporation's dividend yield?
First Merchants Corporation (FRME) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 3.56%, which works out to $1.45 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does First Merchants Corporation pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was June 5, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is June 19, 2026.
How many years has First Merchants Corporation increased its dividend?
First Merchants Corporation (FRME) has increased its dividend for 14 consecutive years.
Is First Merchants Corporation a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. First Merchants Corporation (FRME) currently has 14 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is First Merchants Corporation in?
First Merchants Corporation (FRME) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Banks - Regional industry.
What is First Merchants Corporation's dividend payout ratio?
First Merchants Corporation (FRME)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 43.8%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.