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Bank First posts strong Q2 2026 results; Centre deal expands scale toward 7.5B assets

Jul 24, 2026, 10:33 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong quarterly results, higher NIM, and a sizable asset base from the Centre acquisition support earnings visibility and potential multiple expansion; dividend uplift also enhances income appeal.

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Bank First reported strong Q2 2026 results with net income of $24.7M and six-month earnings of $44.7M, aided by the Centre acquisition. Net interest income rose to $55.0M and NIM reached 4.13%, helped by purchase accounting. Management expects continued growth as the Centre/Peoples integration closes in December 2026, with total assets near $7.5B and a higher, disciplined dividend.

Bank First Q2 2026 net income $24.7M; EPS $2.21.
Six months ended June 30, 2026 net income $44.7M; EPS $3.99.
Adjusted net income $27.3M; adjusted EPS $2.45 (Q2) and $4.69 (H1).
Dividend declared: $0.60 per share; up 9.1% QoQ.
Centre acquisition adds $1.48B assets; closing December 2026.

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