
The Farmers Bank merges with First Bank Richmond
The two organizations became First Bank Midwest effective July 1, 2026.
Ronamil’s data dispatch coverage for S&P’s U.S. Financial Institutions Group includes topics related to U.S. banks and thrifts such as consumer deposit fees and M&A activity. Based in the Philippines, she earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Santo Tomas and a master’s from the University of the Philippines-Diliman.
S&P Global Market Intelligence is a Preferred Service Provider of the Indiana Bankers Association.

The two organizations became First Bank Midwest effective July 1, 2026.

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe range of protected activity at a financial institution is broader than many managers realize.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUntil a final ruling is issued, Indiana banks should continue to monitor developments in this litigation.

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe IBA’s Financial Services Academy will host 30-35 apprentices across 17 banks spanning the state this fall.