Mattoon, IL (February 12, 2026) First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid) has once again been recognized on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Banks, earning a ranking of #2 in Illinois and #24 nationwide for 2026.
The annual list, compiled by Forbes in partnership with S&P Global Market Intelligence, evaluates U.S. banks based on key financial performance measures, including growth, credit quality, and profitability.
“We’re proud to once again be recognized by Forbes and encouraged by the progress reflected in this year’s rankings,” said Joe Dively, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of First Mid. “This recognition is a testament to the way we put our customers and communities first while maintaining strong financial performance. It reflects the dedication and hard work of our employees across the organization, and we’re grateful for the role they play as we continue striving for excellence in all we do.”
First Mid is a community-focused financial services organization serving individuals and businesses across Illinois, Missouri, Texas, Wisconsin, and surrounding markets. Through a network of local banking centers, the company offers banking, trust, wealth management, and insurance services and remains committed to building strong, long-term relationships.
The full list of Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Banks is available on the Forbes website.
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About First Mid Bancshares, Inc.: First Mid Bancshares, Inc. is the parent company of First Mid Bank & Trust, N.A., First Mid Insurance Group, and First Mid Wealth Management Company. First Mid is a $7.8 billion community-focused organization that provides financial services including banking, insurance, wealth management, brokerage, and ag services through a network of locations in Illinois, Missouri, Texas, and Wisconsin, and a loan production office in Indiana. Together, our First Mid team takes great pride in providing solutions and services to our customers and communities and has done so since 1865. This year, we proudly celebrate our 160th anniversary, marking a long history of dedication and service. More information about the Company is available on our website at www.firstmid.com. Our stock is traded in The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC under the ticker symbol “FMBH”. Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender.
Investments and Insurance Products: Not a Deposit | Not Guaranteed by the Bank or its Affiliates | Not FDIC Insured | Not Insured by Any Federal Government Agency | May Go Down in Value.