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Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FMAO) is a financial holding company headquartered in Archbold, Ohio, and the parent of The Farmers & Merchants State Bank (F&M Bank). As a local independent community bank that has served its markets since 1897, F&M Bank provides commercial banking, retail banking and other financial services across selected counties in Ohio, Northeast Indiana and Oakland County, Michigan, supported by loan production offices in additional locations.
This news page aggregates company-issued updates and market-moving information about Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and F&M Bank. Readers can find earnings announcements filed via Form 8-K, where the company reports consolidated financial results, profitability trends, loan and deposit growth, asset quality metrics and capital ratios. These releases often include commentary from management on balance sheet management, credit quality and strategic priorities across the bank’s footprint.
News coverage also includes dividend declarations and changes, highlighting the company’s long history of quarterly dividend payments and its record of consecutive annual dividend increases. Additional items feature leadership appointments and promotions, such as new Market Presidents in specific regions, board appointments and the creation of roles focused on small business banking, marketing and customer experience.
Beyond financial and governance updates, F&M Bank issues news about branch expansion, such as the opening of full-service offices in Michigan, as well as community engagement initiatives. Examples include charity golf classics in Ohio and Indiana that raise funds for local organizations, and promotional events designed to engage residents across the bank’s markets. Investors, customers and observers can use this page to follow how Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. communicates its financial performance, regional growth and community-banking activities over time.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) announced the promotion of Mike Schnitkey to Agri-Finance and Northwest Ohio Market President, effective during a transition that is underway on Dec. 17, 2025. Schnitkey has worked at F&M since September 1995 and currently leads the bank’s agricultural lending operations as Agri-Finance Manager.
He oversees a customer portfolio and a high-performing team, brings commercial banking experience, and operates a cash grain farm. Management says the move aligns local leadership with F&M’s growth strategy and aims to strengthen agricultural and commercial services across Northwest Ohio.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (Nasdaq: FMAO) declared a 2025 fourth-quarter cash dividend of $0.23 per share.
The dividend is payable on January 20, 2026 to shareholders of record as of December 29, 2025. The $0.23 payment represents a $0.00875 per share (4.0%) year-over-year increase and a $0.0025 per share (1.1%) increase from the third-quarter dividend.
The company reported total assets of $3.39 billion at September 30, 2025, and highlighted that it has paid a quarterly dividend for over 50 years and increased its annual dividend for 31 consecutive years.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) announced on October 31, 2025 that Amy Cover has been appointed Chief Marketing & Experience Officer (CMXO). In the expanded role, Cover will continue to lead marketing and brand initiatives while taking on oversight of customer experience, employee experience, and internal communications to align the bank’s brand across touchpoints.
Cover joined F&M in 2009, previously served as SVP | Chief Marketing Officer, and has led digital transformation, award-winning campaigns, and regional brand growth across Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (Nasdaq: FMAO) reported strong 2025 third-quarter results for the period ended September 30, 2025. Net income rose 35.9% to $8.9 million ($0.64 per share); year-to-date net income was $23.5 million ($1.71 per share). Net interest margin increased 69 basis points to 3.40%. Total loans, net grew $123.0 million to $2.66 billion and total deposits rose $67.1 million to $2.75 billion. Efficiency ratio improved to 63.11%. Asset quality remained strong with nonperforming loans $5.2 million (0.19%) and net charge-offs near 0.00%. Tier 1 leverage was 8.74%. The company opened a second Michigan office in Troy and declared its 31st consecutive annual dividend increase.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) announced on October 20, 2025 the hiring of Mike Benson as Senior Vice President, Senior Small Business Banking Manager.
This newly created role supports F&M’s strategy to expand small business services across Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. Benson brings 40 years of banking experience in credit management, retail banking, and business banking development and will focus on strengthening small business lending programs and establishing processes, procedures, and reporting to support the company’s growth.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (Nasdaq: FMAO) has announced its 31st consecutive annual dividend increase. The Board approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.2275 per share, representing a 2.82% increase year-over-year. The dividend will be payable on October 20, 2025, to shareholders of record as of October 10, 2025.
The company, which has total assets of $3.35 billion as of June 30, 2025, continues to demonstrate its commitment to shareholder returns through consistent dividend growth. This increase reflects a $0.00625 per share rise in the quarterly dividend and a $0.025 per share increase in the annual dividend.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) successfully concluded its annual charity golf events in Ohio and Indiana, raising a total of $48,500 for local charities. The 8th Annual Ohio Charity Golf Classic at Ironwood Golf Course raised $32,000 with over 140 golfers participating, benefiting Sara's Garden, NOCAC, The Ability Center, and the Family & Child Abuse Prevention Center.
The 4th Annual Indiana Charity Golf Classic at Brookwood Golf Club generated $16,500 with over 65 golfers, supporting Adams Wells Crisis Center and Honor Flight Northeast Indiana. President and CEO Lars Eller emphasized the events' role in strengthening local communities through charitable giving.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) has announced the promotion of Curtis Metz to Market President for Northern Indiana. Metz, a 14-year veteran of F&M, brings significant commercial banking experience and will lead the Commercial team in Northern Indiana.
Metz's credentials include graduation from the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and completion of the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Leadership Fort Wayne program. He has served on F&M's Commercial Loan and Deposit Rate Committees and has established a strong customer base across Northern Indiana.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) has launched "The Great Briefcase Hunt," an innovative community engagement campaign offering $10,000 in total prize money. The hunt, which began on August 18, 2025, involves participants following weekly clues to find a hidden briefcase in a local park.
The campaign features a $5,000 reward for the successful hunter and an additional $5,000 donation to a local charity. The hunt follows the story of F&M's mascot, Freddie Money, with clues being released weekly at F&M Bank branches throughout their service area. No purchase is necessary to participate, and participants can follow the bank's social media channels for updates.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (NASDAQ: FMAO) has announced the opening of its second full-service office in Michigan, located in Troy. The new 3,000-square-foot facility at 3001 W. Big Beaver Rd. features offices, a conference room, customer lounge, and drive-up ATM.
Led by President and CEO Lars Eller, this expansion follows the success of their Birmingham office and demonstrates F&M's commitment to the greater Detroit area. The new location brings F&M's total full-service office count to 38 locations across Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. A grand opening celebration is scheduled for October 28, 2026.
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