Unpacking First Mid Bancshares' Latest Financials
First Mid Bancshares' Fourth Quarter Performance Insights
First Mid Bancshares (FMBH) announced its financial results for the fourth quarter on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 8:00 AM. The company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.06, which narrowly missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.06. Despite this, the company's revenue showed a positive trend, increasing by $7.58 million when compared to the same period in the prior year.
Investor Considerations Post-Earnings Release
For investors, understanding the nuances of this earnings report is crucial. While the EPS figure was in line with expectations, the revenue growth indicates a healthy expansion in the company's operations. The slight miss on EPS by 0.0% suggests that the company performed as anticipated by analysts, maintaining stability in its earnings capacity.
A Look Back at First Mid Bancshares' Earnings Trajectory
Examining past performance provides valuable context. In the preceding quarter, First Mid Bancshares exceeded EPS estimates by $0.01, which led to a 2.0% increase in its share price the following day. This historical data highlights the company's ability to occasionally outperform expectations and the market's positive response to such results.
Quarterly Financial Performance at a Glance
The following table summarizes First Mid Bancshares' financial performance over several quarters, showcasing estimated versus actual EPS and revenue figures:
| **Quarter** | **Q3 2025** | **Q2 2025** | **Q1 2025** | **Q4 2024** |
| **EPS Estimate** | 0.96 | 0.92 | 0.94 | 0.84 |
| **EPS Actual** | 0.97 | 0.99 | 0.96 | 0.87 |
| **Revenue Estimate** | 74.46M | 71.09M | 58.29M | 59.02M |
| **Revenue Actual** | 66.36M | 63.86M | 59.41M | 58.95M |
This table illustrates a consistent pattern of meeting or slightly surpassing EPS estimates in previous quarters, alongside fluctuating revenue figures that generally show an upward trend over time.