FMBH

Financial Services

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. · Banks - Regional · $1B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
49.3
Below Average

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. scores 49.3/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Financial Services Sector
FMBH
49.3
Sector avg
39.7
Quality
Good
Moat
Weak
Growth
Weak
Risk
Weak
Valuation
Attractive

What is First Mid Bancshares, Inc.?

First Mid Bancshares is a community-focused financial holding company serving commercial, retail, and agricultural customers across Illinois and Missouri through a network of banking centers.

The company generates revenue through traditional lending — including commercial real estate, agricultural, and consumer loans — alongside deposit-gathering, wealth management, and insurance services. Its branch network spans Illinois and Missouri, with additional loan production in Indiana, serving both individuals and business clients.

Founded in 1865 and headquartered in Mattoon, Illinois, First Mid Bancshares has deep roots in Midwestern community banking.

  • Commercial and agricultural lending
  • Retail deposit products
  • Wealth management and estate planning
  • Business and personal insurance services

Is FMBH a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates FMBH as Below Average overall.

The Quality pillar stands out as the relative bright spot, suggesting reasonable operational fundamentals for a community bank. Valuation is rated Attractive, meaning the stock may not be priced at a premium relative to its profile.

Moat, Growth, and Risk all register as Weak, pointing to limited competitive differentiation, constrained expansion prospects, and elevated risk considerations.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does FMBH pay dividends?

Yes — First Mid Bancshares, Inc. pays a dividend.

First Mid Bancshares pays a regular dividend, consistent with many community banks that return capital to shareholders. This reflects a mature, income-oriented business model rather than one prioritizing aggressive reinvestment for rapid expansion.

When does FMBH report earnings?

First Mid Bancshares reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed bank holding companies.

The company's Growth and Risk pillar ratings suggest the earnings trajectory has faced headwinds relative to higher-rated peers in the regional banking space. Investors should weigh both the income potential and the underlying risk profile when reviewing quarterly results.

For the most recent quarter's results, visit First Mid Bancshares' investor relations page directly.

FMBH Price History

+10.5% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in First Mid Bancshares, Inc.?

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Today it would be worth
$11,451
That's a +14.5% total return, or +2.7% annualized.

Based on First Mid Bancshares, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does First Mid Bancshares do?

First Mid Bancshares is a community banking holding company offering loans, deposits, wealth management, and insurance services to commercial, agricultural, and retail customers primarily in Illinois and Missouri.

Does FMBH pay dividends?

Yes, First Mid Bancshares pays a regular dividend. This is typical for established community banks that prioritize returning capital to shareholders rather than pursuing aggressive growth strategies.

When does FMBH report earnings?

First Mid Bancshares follows a standard quarterly reporting cadence. For exact dates and the latest results, check the investor relations section of the company's official website.

Is FMBH a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates FMBH as Below Average overall. While Valuation appears Attractive and Quality is rated Good, the Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars are all Weak. The complete pillar breakdown is available to Pro members on uqs-score.com.

Is FMBH overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for FMBH is rated Attractive, suggesting the stock is not trading at an elevated premium. However, valuation alone does not determine overall quality — the other pillar ratings provide important context.

What is FMBH's market cap bracket?

First Mid Bancshares is classified as a small-cap stock, which typically means it operates with less scale than regional or national banking giants but may offer different risk-return characteristics for investors focused on community banking.

Is FMBH a long-term quality indicator?

As a long-term quality indicator, FMBH's Below Average UQS Score — driven by Weak Moat, Growth, and Risk ratings — suggests caution. The Good Quality pillar offers some foundation, but sustained competitive advantages appear limited based on the current profile.

What sector does FMBH belong to?

First Mid Bancshares operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically within community and regional banking. It competes with other small and mid-sized bank holding companies across the Midwest.

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FMBH — Score History

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Score changes· 12 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 21, 202648.771.620.039.631.088.0+0.1
May 14, 202648.671.620.039.631.087.6-6.2
May 12, 202654.871.620.039.667.292.80.0
May 10, 202654.871.620.039.667.292.6+5.8
May 9, 202649.071.620.014.067.288.4-0.1
May 4, 202649.172.920.039.530.289.8+0.3
Apr 25, 202648.872.920.038.130.289.8-0.4
Apr 23, 202649.272.920.038.130.292.50.0
Apr 21, 202649.272.920.038.130.292.30.0
Apr 18, 202649.272.920.038.130.292.1-1.2

FMBH — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

71.6/100 (25%)

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

Return on EquityModerate

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityModerate

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityStrong

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Cash GenerationStrong

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

39.6/100 (20%)

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.

Recent Revenue TrendWeak

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRModerate

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthModerate

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookWeak

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthStrong

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

Risk

30.6/100 (15%)

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Debt/EquityStrong

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioWeak

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageWeak

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

92.3/100 (15%)

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Earnings YieldStrong

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

Price to Free Cash FlowStrong

How many years of FCF the market cap represents.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorModerate

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

20/100 (25%)

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for FMBH.

Score Composition

Quality
71.6×25%17.9
Growth
39.6×20%7.9
Risk
30.6×15%4.6
Valuation
92.3×15%13.8
Moat
20.0×25%5.0
Total
49.3Below Average

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How is the FMBH UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for First Mid Bancshares, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses First Mid Bancshares, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether First Mid Bancshares, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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