FRMEP — First Merchants Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | FRMEP | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 7.37% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | — | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 48.3% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 5 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +7.7% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
10.06%
5-Year Growth
N/A
10-Year Growth
N/A
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Jan 30, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 16, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jul 30, 2025 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jul 30, 2024 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Apr 29, 2024 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jan 30, 2024 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Oct 30, 2023 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jul 28, 2023 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Apr 27, 2023 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jan 30, 2023 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Oct 28, 2022 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Jul 28, 2022 | $0.4688 | 0.00% |
| Apr 28, 2022 | $0.4688 | N/A |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
48.3%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
38.0%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.95 | $61.70M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.98 | $53.67M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.98 | $87.56M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.99 | $80.71M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does First Merchants Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, First Merchants Corporation (FRMEP) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 7.37%.
What is FRMEP's dividend yield?
FRMEP's current dividend yield is 7.37%. The annual dividend is $1.88.
When is FRMEP's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for FRMEP has not been announced yet.
How many years has First Merchants Corporation increased its dividend?
First Merchants Corporation has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 23, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.