Independent Bank gains shareholder approval for HCB merger
Independent Bank Corporation has obtained shareholder approval to acquire HCB Financial Corp., following regulatory clearances from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The merger, effective July 1, 2026, combines Independent Bank's $5.5 billion in assets with HCB Financial's $590 million, aiming to enhance community banking across Michigan.
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Independent Bank Corporation has received shareholder approval to acquire HCB Financial Corp., the parent company of Highpoint Community Bank. The transaction, previously announced on March 18, 2026, secured necessary regulatory clearances from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The merger is currently expected to be effective on July 1, 2026.
Independent Bank Corporation, the parent company of Independent Bank, holds total assets of approximately $5.5 billion and operates 59 locations across Michigan's Lower Peninsula. HCB Financial Corp., headquartered in Hastings, Michigan, holds total assets of approximately $590 million. The combined entity will leverage Independent Bank Corporation's established retail and commercial banking platform to enhance community banking services.
Key Financial Metrics
| Entity | Total Assets | Deposits | Loans | Branches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Bank Corporation | $5.5 billion | - | - | 59 |
| HCB Financial Corp. | $590 million | $532 million | $354 million | 7 |
HCB Financial Corp. reported approximately $532 million in deposits and $354 million in loans across its 7 branch locations. Independent Bank Corporation filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the SEC, including a proxy statement for HCB shareholders, outlining the terms of the merger.
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