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Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) generates a steady flow of news as a long-established financial services company in the commercial banking industry and as a merger partner in a pending combination with Fifth Third Bancorp. News coverage reflects both its ongoing banking activities and the significant corporate transaction that will, if completed, integrate Comerica into Fifth Third’s organization.
Recent headlines have focused on the definitive merger agreement between Comerica and Fifth Third, including the announcement of the all-stock transaction, subsequent updates on regulatory approvals, and the results of special shareholder meetings. SEC Form 8-K filings and joint press releases have reported key milestones such as entry into the merger agreement, approval by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, and shareholder votes in favor of the deal.
In addition to merger-related developments, Comerica’s news includes earnings announcements, such as the release of quarterly financial results, and capital actions like declarations of dividends on its common stock and Series B preferred stock. The company has also reported on the issuance of its Series B preferred depositary shares and related regulatory filings.
Comerica’s communications highlight community and philanthropic initiatives across its geographic footprint. Examples include its partnership with the Detroit Lions on the "Double The Impact" My Cause My Cleats campaign to support Detroit-based nonprofit DBG, and contributions to organizations that provide technical assistance and micro-lending to women-owned small businesses during National Women’s Small Business Month.
Investors and observers following CMA news can expect updates on the progress and timing of the Fifth Third merger, regulatory and legal matters related to the transaction, periodic financial results, dividend declarations, and announcements about community partnerships and small business programs. This mix of corporate, regulatory and community-focused news provides context for understanding Comerica’s strategic direction and its role within the broader banking sector.
Comerica (NYSE: CMA) and TechTown Detroit relaunched the 14th annual Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, awarding $100,000 to one entrepreneur opening a brick-and-mortar in Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park. Applications opened Jan 15 and close Feb 27, 2026, with the Hatch Off and winner announcement on May 13, 2026. Comerica and the Comerica Charitable Foundation committed $200,000 to Hatch Detroit this year, and Comerica confirmed the Fifth Third merger has received material regulatory and shareholder approvals and is expected to close on Feb 1, 2026. Hatch alumni have opened 60+ businesses employing 500+ people with $12M invested.
Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) and Comerica (NYSE: CMA) received Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve approval and all material regulatory and shareholder approvals to combine, with the transaction expected to close on February 1, 2026 subject to remaining customary closing conditions. The merged company will become the ninth largest U.S. bank with $290 billion in assets and a footprint covering 17 of the 20 fastest-growing large U.S. markets.
Management cites immediate earnings accretion, no dilution to tangible book value per share, and a clear path to more than $500 million of annual revenue synergies; Comerica reported $77.4 billion in assets as of Sept. 30, 2025. Full system and brand conversions are planned later in 2026, and Comerica branches will continue to operate under the Comerica brand until conversions occur.
Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) and Comerica (NYSE: CMA) shareholders approved their merger, with Fifth Third shareholders voting 99.7% in favor and Comerica stockholders voting 97.0% in favor. The transaction is expected to close in Q1 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
Combined, the firms will form the ninth largest US bank with about $290 billion in assets and a footprint across 17 of the 20 fastest-growing large U.S. markets. Comerica reported $77.4 billion in total assets as of Sept. 30, 2025. Management said the merger will combine Fifth Third’s retail and digital capabilities with Comerica’s middle market franchise.
Comerica Bank (NYSE:CMA) released the Comerica Small Business Pulse Index for Q4 2025 showing continued optimism among small businesses despite economic headwinds. 80% of respondents are confident in their 12‑month outlook and 79% expect sales growth in 2026, with an average projected increase of 7.9%. The index edged down to 55.5 from 56.0 in Q3 2025. Capital plans remain notable: 57% plan 2026 capex averaging $109,000 (tech firms average $187,000). Key threats include inflation (23%) and tariffs (14%), with 42% reporting negative tariff effects and 29% reporting harm from the 43‑day government shutdown.
Comerica Bank (NYSE:CMA), together with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas and New Hope Housing, supported the grand opening of NHH Ennis, a new senior affordable housing community in Houston on December 3, 2025.
The project received an $850,000 AHP grant awarded through Comerica and delivers 112 one- and two-bedroom apartments for seniors earning between 30% and 60% of AMI. NHH Ennis integrates on-site amenities and supportive social services into rent to promote resident stability.
In 2025 FHLB Dallas awarded $73.5 million in AHP General Fund grants to 53 projects to create 3,777 units; NHH Ennis received its AHP grant in 2023.
Comerica (NYSE:CMA) and the Detroit Lions are launching a two-week "Double The Impact" My Cause My Cleats fundraising campaign from Nov. 23–Dec. 7, 2025 to benefit DBG - Detroit. The Detroit Lions Foundation will match donations up to $100,000, and Comerica will donate the first $10,000. Supporters can donate at detroitlions.com/mycause. Prior collaborations raised more than $612,000 across three years. DBG focuses on workforce development, college and career readiness, STEM programs, and reports outcomes including 100% high school graduation for alumni.
HoldCo Asset Management released a presentation titled "Look What You've Done" to the Independent Directors of Comerica Inc. (NYSE: CMA) on November 17, 2025.
HoldCo said it manages approximately $2.6 billion in regulatory assets under management and disclosed that it owns common stock of Comerica, giving it an economic interest in Comerica's share price. The presentation is available online at the link provided by HoldCo.
Comerica (NYSE: CMA) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.71 per common share, payable Jan. 1, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Dec. 15, 2025.
The Board also declared an initial cash dividend on the Series B Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock of $26.74 per share (equivalent to $0.6684 per depositary share), payable Jan. 1, 2026, to preferred shareholders of record Dec. 15, 2025; this initial dividend covers the long first dividend period from Aug. 11, 2025 to Jan. 1, 2026.
Comerica reported total assets of $77.4 billion at Sept. 30, 2025 and operates across 15 states with presence in Canada and Mexico.
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