Independent Bank to buy HCB Financial in deal valued at USD 70.2 million

Reuters

Mar 19

Independent Bank to buy HCB Financial in deal valued at USD 70.2 million

Independent Bank agreed to merge with HCB Financial in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at about USD 70.2 million. HCB shareholders are set to receive 1.59 shares of Independent stock plus USD 17.51 in cash per share. Based on financial data as of Dec. 31, 2025, the combined company is expected to have about USD 6.1 billion in assets and USD 5.3 billion in deposits. The deal is expected to close early in the third quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and HCB shareholder approval. One HCB director is expected to join Independent’s board after closing, increasing the board to 11 members.

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