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The conflict in Ukraine has escalated quickly with Russia launching a full-scale invasion last night. Global equity markets are pushing lower today...

First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ - FRME) has reported fourth quarter 2021 net income of $47.7 million compared to $45.1 million during the same period in 2020. Earnings per share for the period totaled $.89 per share compared to the fourth quarter 2020 result of $.83 per share. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2021 totaled $205.5 million, compared to $148.6 million during the same period in 2020. Year-to-date earnings per share totaled $3.81 compared to $2.74 in 2020.

Today, First Merchants Bank emphasized its focus on local communities with the publication of its first corporate social responsibility report, “Elevating Communities.” The release emphasizes the bank’s commitment to making long-lasting change across all its communities and meaningful, positive difference in people’s lives.

Multiple types of fraud are on the rise, especially through texts and mobile phones. Please be extra careful and aware. Beware of texts that appear to be from the bank and the sender later asks you for your account information, online banking credentials, or codes that are texted to you by First Merchants Bank.

MUNCIE, IN. -- Newsweek has released the 2022 America's Best Bank rankings, and First Merchants Bank holds the top big bank spot for the second year in a row. This honor recognizes the bank’s work in Indiana. Newsweek also rated First Merchants as a leading bank in the U.S. for its service to clients during challenging times and ability to provide exceptional customer service built on long-lasting relationships.