Farmers & Merchants Bancshares to be Acquired by Shore Bancshares
Ticker: FMFG · Form: 8-K · Filed: Nov 19, 2024 · CIK: 1698022
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, INC. (FMFG) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Nov 19, 2024 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 2 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: acquisition, merger, financials
TL;DR
FMBK is getting bought by SHBI, deal expected Q2 2025.
AI Summary
Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc. announced on November 18, 2024, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Shore Bancshares, Inc. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. This acquisition will create a larger financial institution with expanded reach and services.
Why It Matters
This acquisition will lead to consolidation in the banking sector, potentially impacting local markets and customer services as the two entities merge.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and other closing conditions, which introduces uncertainty until completion.
Key Players & Entities
- Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Shore Bancshares, Inc. (company) — Acquiring entity
- November 18, 2024 (date) — Date of earliest event reported
- second quarter of 2025 (date) — Expected closing period
FAQ
Who is acquiring Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc.?
Shore Bancshares, Inc. is acquiring Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc.
When is the acquisition expected to close?
The acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025.
What is the filing date of this 8-K report?
This 8-K report was filed on November 19, 2024, with the earliest event reported being November 18, 2024.
What is the state of incorporation for Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc.?
Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc. is incorporated in Maryland.
What is the IRS Employer Identification Number for Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc.?
The IRS Employer Identification Number for Farmers & Merchants Bancshares, Inc. is 81-3605835.
Filing Stats: 451 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 10.1 · Accepted 2024-11-19 16:02:16
Filing Documents
- fmfg20241119_8k.htm (8-K) — 24KB
- ex_749687.htm (EX-99.1) — 6KB
- fmblogo2.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 141KB
- 0001437749-24-035729.txt ( ) — 348KB
- fmfg-20241118.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 3KB
- fmfg-20241118_def.xml (EX-101.DEF) — 10KB
- fmfg-20241118_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 14KB
- fmfg-20241118_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 11KB
- fmfg20241119_8k_htm.xml (XML) — 3KB
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Item 8.01 Other Events. On November 18, 2024, the Board of Directors of Farmers and Merchants Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company") declared a cash dividend on the common stock of $.34 per share, which will be paid on December 17, 2024 to stockholders of record as of December 3, 2024. A copy of the Company's press release relating to the dividend is filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and incorporated herein by reference.
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. The exhibits filed with this report are listed in the following Exhibit Index: Exhibit No. Description 99.1 Press release dated November 19, 2024 (filed herewith) 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANCSHARES, INC. Dated: November 19, 2024 By: /s/ Gary A. Harris Gary A. Harris President & CEO 2