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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) 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.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (Nasdaq: FMAO) reported strong financial results for Q2 2025, marking its 89th consecutive quarter of profitability. The bank achieved a 35.7% increase in net income to $7.7 million ($0.56 per share), driven by expanding net interest margin and robust loan growth.
Key metrics include a 51 basis point year-over-year increase in net interest margin to 3.22%, total loans growth of $67.2 million to $2.63 billion, and deposit growth of $69.2 million to $2.71 billion. The bank maintained strong asset quality with minimal nonperforming loans of $3.7 million and a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 8.50%.
The company's efficiency ratio improved to 64.93% from 69.03%, while stockholders' equity increased 8.7% to $350.8 million. F&M continued its 30-year tradition of increasing dividends, declaring $0.44250 per share for the first half of 2025.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) announced a significant leadership transition as Andrew Briggs steps down as Chairman of the Board, with Kevin J. Sauder appointed as his successor, effective immediately. Briggs, who has served on the Board for seven years and as Chairman since 2024, will continue as a director until his retirement in 2026.
Sauder, the former President & CEO of Sauder Woodworking Co., brings extensive leadership experience and has been a board member since 2004. The transition plan, initiated by Briggs, emphasizes continuity and strategic momentum, with both leaders working together over the coming year to ensure a seamless handover.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) has announced the appointment of Ahmed Alomari to its Board of Directors, effective June 24, 2025. Alomari, recognized for his expertise in Oracle database performance and enterprise systems architecture, is the founder and former CEO of Cybernoor, which was acquired by Buchanan Technologies in 2021. Currently serving as Executive Vice President at Buchanan Technologies, Alomari brings significant technical expertise to F&M's board.
The appointment aligns with F&M's focus on enhancing its digital capabilities and technology infrastructure. Alomari, who holds a Computer Science degree from the University of Michigan's School of Engineering, was selected for his strong track record in innovation and strategic insight.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (Nasdaq: FMAO), holding company of F&M Bank with $3.39 billion in total assets, has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22125 per share. The dividend will be paid on July 20, 2025, to shareholders of record as of July 7, 2025.
The company has maintained a strong dividend history, having paid quarterly dividends for over 50 years and increased its annual dividend for 30 consecutive years, demonstrating its commitment to shareholder returns.
F&M Bank (Nasdaq: FMAO) has announced the promotion of Eric D. Faust to Executive Vice President. Faust, who has served as the bank's Chief Risk Officer since 2022, has been instrumental in advancing enterprise risk and regulatory compliance at the institution. Under his leadership, F&M has developed a comprehensive risk and compliance team and improved its strategic decision-making processes.
Prior to joining F&M, Faust held positions as First Vice President and Director of Risk Management at Northstar Financial Group and Examination Manager for Michigan's Department of Insurance and Financial Services. He holds an MBA from Davenport University and a BS in Business Administration from Central Michigan University.
F&M Bank (NASDAQ: FMAO) announced the resignation of Jo Ellen Hornish from its Board of Directors following the May 20, 2025, board meeting. Hornish, who served on the board since 2013, has been a key member of the Audit Committee and Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee. As President and CEO of several Defiance, Ohio-based companies, she brought valuable expertise in transportation and manufacturing industries to F&M's strategic development.
Lars Eller, President and CEO of F&M Bank, acknowledged Hornish's contributions to the bank's success and her dedication to both corporate leadership and community service during her tenure.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp reported strong financial results for Q1 2025, marking its 88th consecutive quarter of profitability. The bank's net income increased 29.7% to $7.0 million ($0.51 per share), while total assets grew 3.1% to $3.39 billion.
Key highlights include:
- Total interest income up 6.1% to $41.0 million
- Loans increased 1.6% to $2.58 billion
- Deposits grew 3.0% to $2.70 billion
- Efficiency ratio improved to 66.79%
- Strong asset quality with nonperforming loans at just 0.17%
The bank's commercial real estate portfolio remains well-balanced at 51.3% of total loans, with office exposure at 5.4%. F&M maintained its 30-year tradition of increasing annual cash dividends, declaring $0.22125 per share for Q1 2025. The company's strategic focus on enhancing profitability and operational efficiency positions it well for continued growth in 2025.
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (Nasdaq: FMAO), the holding company of F&M Bank with total assets of $3.36 billion as of December 31, 2024, has announced its first-quarter dividend for 2025. The Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22125 per share, which will be paid on April 20, 2025, to shareholders of record as of April 4, 2025.