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Major Banks
Corporate GovernanceMay 29, 2026, 09:41 AM

First Financial Shareholders Approve 2026 Stock Plan, 3.85M Shares Reserved

AI Summary

First Financial Bancorp shareholders approved the 2026 Stock Plan, reserving 3.85 million shares for equity incentive awards to directors, executive officers, and other eligible participants. At the Annual Meeting, shareholders also elected ten directors for terms expiring in 2027, ratified Crowe LLP as the independent auditor for 2026, and approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of executive officers.

Key Highlights

  • Shareholders approved the 2026 Stock Plan.
  • 3.85 million shares of common stock reserved for the Plan.
  • Plan allows for various equity incentive awards to eligible participants.
  • Ten director nominees elected for terms expiring in 2027.
  • Crowe LLP ratified as independent auditor for fiscal year 2026.
  • Advisory vote on executive officer compensation approved.
  • 89.71% of eligible shares were present at the Annual Meeting.