FFBC

First Financial Bancorp (FFBC.US) climbed nearly 3% during regular trading to $33.59.

The stock is up 5.66% over the past ten sessions, up 13.25% over the past six months and up 37.05% year to date. It sits 50.29% above its 52-week low of US$22.35.

The Nasdaq Composite is down 3.40% over the past five sessions and up 10.35% year to date.

The regional banks industry index rose 2.1% over the same period, in line with the stock's move.

The transaction is expected to close on Jan. 1, 2027, pending remaining state regulatory approvals.

In recent company developments, First Financial Bancorp reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $81.18 million, up 6% from the prior quarter. Revenue rose 15.45% year-over-year to $242 million, while non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.84 exceeded expectations by $0.01. The company has also received federal regulatory approval for its acquisition of Finward.

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