BlackRock, Inc. Amends Schedule 13G/A for First Merchants Corporation

BlackRock, Inc. has filed an amendment to its Schedule 13G/A for First Merchants Corporation, reporting a decrease in its beneficial ownership. As of September 30, 2025, BlackRock owns 4,407,367 shares, representing 7.6% of the outstanding common stock. This marks a decrease of 2,396,746 shares (35.225%) from its previous filing. The filing indicates that BlackRock holds sole voting power over 4,268,108 shares and sole dispositive power over all 4,407,367 shares. The filing also notes that various persons have the right to receive dividends or proceeds from the sale of the shares, but no single person's interest exceeds 5% of the total outstanding shares. The amendment was signed by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director, on October 17, 2025.