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MergerJun 15, 2026, 05:21 PM

Isabella Bank to Acquire Grand River Commerce

AI Summary

Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA) announced a definitive agreement to merge with Grand River Commerce, Inc. The transaction will be structured as a merger of a wholly-owned subsidiary of Isabella into Grand River, followed by a merger of Grand River into Isabella, and a subsequent merger of their respective bank subsidiaries. Grand River shareholders will have the option to receive cash or Isabella common stock, with proration applied to ensure 65% of shares are exchanged for stock and 35% for cash. Outstanding Grand River stock options will be cashed out.

Key Highlights

  • Isabella Bank Corporation and Grand River Commerce, Inc. entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger.
  • The transaction involves a merger of Merger Sub into Grand River, followed by a merger of Grand River into Isabella, and a bank merger between their subsidiaries.
  • Grand River shareholders can elect to receive either cash or Isabella common stock, subject to proration.
  • The aggregate cash consideration is approximately $18.26 million, subject to reduction if Grand River's equity is below $45.7 million.
  • Grand River stock options will be cancelled and converted into a cash payment equal to the difference between the Per Share Cash Consideration and the exercise price.