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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results

Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, based in Maryland and the parent company of First Bank Richmond, has released its financial performance report for the second quarter of 2026 on July 27, 2026. The company reported a net income of $2.2 million, translating to a diluted earnings per share of $0.22. This outcome represents a decline from the first quarter of 2026, which had an income of $2.8 million or $0.28 per share, and from $2.6 million or $0.26 per share in the same quarter of the previous year.

The drop in both earnings and diluted earnings per share from the first quarter is primarily due to an increase in noninterest expenses that were associated with the non-recurring expenses from the recently completed merger with The Farmers Bancorp, based in Frankfort, Indiana. Specifically, $1.9 million in merger-related costs accounted for a significant portion of this rise. On the brighter side, the financial report also highlighted an increase in net interest income, boosted by a more extensive net interest margin and higher average loan balances, along with rising noninterest income.

Richmond Mutual successfully concluded its merger with The Farmers Bancorp on July 1, 2026, marking a significant event in the firm's history. The combined entity will continue to function under the existing name, with the bank operating as First Bank Midwest. The headquarters of the combined company will remain in Richmond, Indiana, while the bank's operational head office will be located in Frankfort, Indiana.

In the earnings release, Garry Kleer, the Chairman, and CEO, shared his insights on the company’s growth trajectory, stating, "Our second quarter results reflected ongoing enhancement in our core performance, chiefly through an increase in net interest income and an expansion in our overall net interest margin compared to both the prior quarter and the same quarter last year. Despite facing headwinds from higher credit loss provisions and merger costs, we are optimistic about our financial position as we transition into the next chapter of our business."

The financial highlights for the second quarter include:

• - Net interest income rose by $628,000 (5.5%), reaching $12.1 million compared to the $11.4 million from the previous quarter. Year-over-year, it experienced a $1.3 million (12.2%) growth from $10.8 million recorded in Q2 of 2025.
• - The annualized net interest margin for the current quarter stood at 3.22%, up from 3.10% in the preceding quarter and 2.93% for the same period last year.
• - A provision for credit losses of $823,000 was introduced for this quarter, reflecting concerns about potential defaults in loans.
• - Noninterest income surged by $282,000 (21.7%) to $1.6 million compared to Q1 2026, and represented a remarkable 46.3% increase from $1.1 million in the same quarter of 2025.
• - Conversely, noninterest expense soared by $1.5 million (16.8%) to $10.2 million in the current quarter, driven largely by merger costs.

As per the balance sheet estimates, total assets rose to $1.6 billion, with loans and leases amounting to $1.2 billion. The company also noted an increase in nonperforming loans to $21.8 million, approximately 1.78% of total loans.

In addressing the challenges ahead, Christopher Cook, who joined as President following the merger, expressed a commitment to the smooth integration of operations to realize the potential advantages of the merger for all involved stakeholders. He emphasized a need to prioritize a seamless transition for the employees and customers alike while strategically positioning for future growth.

The merger represents a vital step for Richmond Mutual Bancorporation in solidifying its community banking position with increased scale and market presence. With a firm fiscal foundation, the company looks forward to enhancing service delivery to its customers across various domains.

Overall, the second quarter results showcase the resilience and proactive steps taken by Richmond Mutual despite the obstacles posed by merger-related expenses and credit loss provisions. As the company embarks on a new chapter, stakeholders remain keenly observing their strategic execution moving forward.