First Financial Bankshares: Lofty Valuation Continues To Weigh

First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) has been a disappointing performer over the past year, entirely missing out on the banking industry's large rally. FFIN's operating performance hasn't been poor. Revenue, earnings and book value have all grown nicely, but the stock has been hampered by valuation changes. With around 40% of its interest-earning assets invested in relatively low-yielding bonds, repricing should be an ongoing tailwind for FFIN's net interest income.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 14, 2026

FIRST FINANCIAL BANK ABILENE REGION ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION AND EXECUTIVE PROMOTIONS

ABILENE, Texas, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of First Financial Bank, a subsidiary of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN), has announced a series of leadership transitions and executive promotions within its Abilene Region including the year-end retirement of longtime Abilene Region leader Marelyn Shedd, the promotion of Marshall Morris to Chairman, President and CEO of the Abilene Region, Evan Harris to Executive Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager - Construction and Development, Dayton Borger to Executive Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager - Commercial, as well as the promotion and relocation of Tracy Howle to join the Abilene Region as Executive Vice President, Relationship Manager. Marelyn Shedd Following a distinguished career and 35 years of dedicated service to First Financial Bank, Marelyn Shedd has announced she will retire December 31, 2026, ensuring a thoughtful and seamless transition of leadership for customers, employees, and the community.

PRNewsWire • Aug 6, 2026

Fidelity Bank Completes the Acquisition of Affinity Bancshares, Inc. and Affinity Bank

FUQUAY-VARINA, N.C. & COVINGTON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fidelity Bank Completes the Acquisition of Affinity Bancshares, Inc. and Affinity Bank.

Business Wire • Jul 31, 2026

Why First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Financial (FFIN) have what it takes?

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 31, 2026

FIRST FINANCIAL BANKSHARES ANNOUNCES 2026 SHARE REPURCHASE PLAN

ABILENE, Texas, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) (the "Company," "we," "us," or "our") has announced the renewal and increase in the size of its share repurchase plan through July 31, 2027. Pursuant to the renewed plan, the Company may repurchase up to 7,200,000 shares of its common stock, representing approximately 5 percent of the Company's outstanding shares as of July 28, 2026.

PRNewsWire • Jul 30, 2026

FIRST FINANCIAL BANKSHARES ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER 2026 EARNINGS

ABILENE, Texas, July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company," "we," "us" or "our") (NASDAQ: FFIN) today reported earnings of $71.89 million for the second quarter of 2026 compared to earnings of $66.66 million for the same quarter a year ago and $71.54 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. Basic and diluted earnings per share were $0.50 for the second quarter of 2026 compared with $0.47 for the second quarter of 2025 and $0.50 for the linked quarter.

PRNewsWire • Jul 16, 2026

First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) Meets Q2 Earnings Estimates

First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.5 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate . This compares to earnings of $0.47 per share a year ago.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 16, 2026

Why First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Financial (FFIN) have what it takes?

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 15, 2026

FIRST FINANCIAL BANKSHARES RENAMES WEALTH COMPANY TO FIRST FINANCIAL WEALTH MANAGEMENT

ABILENE, Texas, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) has announced that its wealth services company, formerly known as First Financial Trust, is now operating as First Financial Wealth Management. The name change takes effect immediately and will be reflected across all communications, locations, and materials over the coming months.

PRNewsWire • Jul 9, 2026

First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) Could Be a Great Choice

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does First Financial (FFIN) have what it takes?

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 29, 2026