First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBMS) is a registered bank holding company headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Its primary subsidiary, The First, A National Banking Association ("The First"), was founded in 1996. The company is dedicated to providing a wide range of financial services to individuals, small to medium-sized businesses, and professionals. Its services include consumer and commercial banking, mortgage lending, and wealth management. Through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, The First has expanded its presence and now operates numerous full-service branches across Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.

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