FFBC (First Financial Bancorp) GF Value Rank: 5 (As of Jul. 07, 2026) — 29% Below Median


FFBC First Financial Bancorp FFBC
62 GF Score
Price $34.63
GF Value $27.46
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is First Financial Bancorp GF Value Rank?

First Financial Bancorp FFBC +0.70% 62 GF Value Rank is 5 as of Jul. 07, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates FFBC with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $27.46 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

First Financial Bancorp has the GF Value Rank of 5.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

First Financial Bancorp GF Value Rank Related Terms

FFBC vs MCHB, CBU, BKU: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

First Financial Bancorp GF Value Rank vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 5 mean?
First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) has a GF Value Rank of 5 as of Jul. 07, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on First Financial Bancorp and its competitors. This is 29% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00.
Is First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank too high?
First Financial Bancorp's current GF Value Rank of 5 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, First Financial Bancorp has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank compare to MCHB and CBU?
First Financial Bancorp's GF Value Rank of 5 can be compared against companies in the Banks industry. Historically, First Financial Bancorp's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Banks company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Banks industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on First Financial Bancorp and its competitors. First Financial Bancorp's current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First Financial Bancorp stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $27.46, compared to a current price of $34.63 — trading 26.1% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 5, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. First Financial Bancorp's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For First Financial Bancorp (FFBC), the current GF Value Rank is 5 as of Jul. 07, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Financial Bancorp stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $34.63 is trading 26.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $27.46. GuruFocus considers First Financial Bancorp to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FFBC:

  • GF Value Rank: 5 (29% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: $27.46 vs. price of $34.63 (26.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FFBC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

First Financial Bancorp Business Description

Other Exchanges FI5:Germany
Address 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 900, Cincinnati, OH, USA, 45202
First Financial Bancorp is a mid-sized, regional bank holding company. It engages in the business of commercial banking and other banking and banking-related activities through its subsidiary. The range of banking services provided to individuals and businesses includes commercial lending, real estate lending, and consumer financing. Real estate loans are loans secured by a mortgage lien on the real property of the borrower, which may either be residential property or commercial property. In addition, it offers deposit products that include interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing accounts, time deposits, and cash management services for commercial customers. A full range of trust and wealth management services is also provided through First Financial's Wealth Management line of business.
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