Financial Education Center

Feeling the Effects of Holiday Spending? It’s Time to Get Back on Track!

Are you feeling the effects of your holiday spending? You’re not alone. In fact, a new study shows that 37% of consumers will spend two or more months paying off debt from the holiday season. With added expenses to account for now, this brings developing a plan to pay off holiday debts and staying current on your other bills to the forefront.

Asset Allocation and the Benefits of Diversification

When discussing investing, there are two basic concepts that will get discussed a great deal and are significant to long term success – diversification and asset allocation. Your asset allocation should balance your financial goals with your emotional needs. If the way your money is invested, makes you uncomfortable, you may need to rethink your investing goals.

AI and Your Brand: A Journey from "What's That?" to "Wow, That's Incredible!"

Are you ready to dip your toes into the vast ocean of Artificial Intelligence (AI) without feeling like you're drowning in tech jargon? We’ve got you covered! Let's demystify AI and turn it from a head-scratcher into your brand's secret weapon.

First Bank Invests in Future Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs with Girls Inc.

In partnership with First Bank, Girls Inc. St. Louis is launching the Girls Inc. Entrepreneurship and Business Academy (GEBA) focused on exposing young women, primarily of color, in grades 8 through 12 to business and entrepreneurial professionals, curriculum and opportunities. Learn more about First Bank's partnership with Girls Inc.

Tribute to Those Who Served - Gibson Brothers

During the St. Louis Blues game on December 14, 2023, First Bank had the incredible honor of celebrating the Gibson brothers, three brothers with a strong relationship who served in the Vietnam War. Watch First Bank’s Tribute to Those Who Served as we honor the Gibson brothers who shared their incredible story of brotherly love and their experience on the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight.

2023 Family Business Symposium - Defining Success in Family Businesses

Josh Baron, Senior Lecturer, Harvard Business School and Co-Founder, BanyanGlobal, explores what it means to define success in a family business. Watch Baron's presentation and his discussion with family business owners on navigating strategy and metrics to define success.