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First Financial Bank completes integration of BankFinancial

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June 16, 2026

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First Financial Bank has completed its conversion of BankFinancial's main banking systems. Now it is offering consumer, commercial and specialty banking under the First Financial brand at all former BankFinancial branches and ATMs, according to a press release.

First Financial Bank first announced the acquisition of BankFinancial, based in the Chicago area, in August 2025. In honor of the completion of integration, First Financial Bank has donated $1 million to the First Financial Foundation for organizations throughout Chicago.

The bank consolidated products, processes and operating systems from both banks, along with expanded mortgage lending, wealth management and other services

"BankFinancial clients who have transitioned to First Financial are learning more about our focus on creating opportunities for our clients and communities to thrive," Archie Brown, president and CEO of First Financial Bank, said in the release. "We are serving Chicagoland with a community-first approach while offering our deep banking expertise and a comprehensive suite of financial services."

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