First Us Bancshares, Inc. shares rise 2.12% after-hours after Bank First Corporation signs definitive agreement to acquire Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc.

First Us Bancshares, Inc. rose 2.12% in after-hours trading, with the company announcing a definitive agreement to acquire Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc. for approximately $170 million. This strategic move expands Bank First's footprint into relationship-oriented communities in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, marking its first out-of-state expansion into markets that complement Bank First's existing presence without overlap. This move aligns two strong organizations in high-potential, relationship-driven markets and supports long-term value.