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15 Jun 2026, 16:45 UTC · 2h ago

Why First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio

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First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) expects earnings to grow by 9.22% for fiscal year 2026, reaching $3.20 per share. — Projected earnings growth is a positive fundamental driver for stock price appreciation.
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First Financial Bancorp currently offers a dividend yield of 3.1%, which is higher than both the Midwest Banks industry (2.59%) and the S&P 500 (1.41%). — A competitive dividend yield makes the stock more attractive to income-focused investors.
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First Financial Bancorp's current dividend payout ratio is 33% of its trailing 12-month earnings per share. — A relatively low payout ratio suggests that the current dividend is sustainable and has room for future growth.
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