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Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) EVP awarded 44,262 Common Stock shares

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Commerce Bancshares Executive Vice President Kevin G. Barth reported a stock award on Common Stock. On July 1, 2026, he received a grant of 44,262 shares at an indicated value of $58.74 per share, increasing his direct holdings to 89,007 shares.

In addition to these direct shares, the filing lists indirect ownership positions, including 24,256 shares held through an executive compensation plan, 15,512 shares held by his spouse, and 50,935 shares held in a 401(k) account. The reported activity reflects a compensation-related acquisition rather than an open-market purchase.

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Insider BARTH KEVIN G
Role Executive Vice President
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock 44,262 $58.74 $2.60M
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 89,007 shares (Direct, null); Common Stock — 50,935 shares (Indirect, 401(k))
Footnotes (1)
Stock grant size 44,262 shares Common Stock award to Executive Vice President on July 1, 2026
Award price $58.74 per share Value used for the 44,262-share Common Stock grant
Direct holdings after grant 89,007 shares Common Stock directly owned by Kevin G. Barth following the award
Exec comp plan holdings 24,256 shares Indirect ownership via executive compensation plan
Spouse holdings 15,512 shares Indirect ownership categorized as held by spouse
401(k) holdings 50,935 shares Indirect ownership in a 401(k) account
Executive Vice President financial
"Commerce Bancshares Executive Vice President Kevin G. Barth reported a stock award"
An executive vice president is a high-ranking leader within a company who oversees major parts of its operations or strategies. Think of them as senior managers responsible for important areas, similar to a vice principal in a school hierarchy. Their role matters to investors because they help guide the company's success and decision-making at the top level.
Exec Comp Plan financial
"including 24,256 shares held through an executive compensation plan"
401(k) financial
"and 50,935 shares held in a 401(k) account"
A 401(k) is a type of retirement savings plan offered by employers that allows workers to set aside a portion of their paycheck before taxes are taken out. The money saved in a 401(k) can grow over time through investments, helping individuals build funds for their future retirement. It matters to investors because it provides a tax-advantaged way to save and invest for long-term financial security.
indirect ownership financial
"the filing lists indirect ownership positions, including 24,256 shares held through an executive compensation plan"
Form 4 regulatory
"according to the Form 4 insider filing"
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
BARTH KEVIN G

(Last)(First)(Middle)
1000 WALNUT ST., 7TH FLOOR

(Street)
KANSAS CITY MISSOURI 64106

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
COMMERCE BANCSHARES INC /MO/ [ CBSH ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Executive Vice President
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
07/01/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock07/01/2026A44,262A$58.7489,007D
Common Stock50,935I401(k)
Common Stock15,512IBy Spouse
Common Stock24,256IExec Comp Plan
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
By: Steven A. Brandjord For: Kevin G Barth07/02/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did CBSH Executive Vice President Kevin G. Barth report?

Kevin G. Barth reported receiving a grant of 44,262 shares of Commerce Bancshares Common Stock. The award was recorded at $58.74 per share and increased his direct ownership to 89,007 shares, according to the Form 4 insider filing.

Was the CBSH insider transaction an open-market buy or a stock award?

The CBSH insider transaction was a stock award, not an open-market purchase. Kevin G. Barth received 44,262 Common Stock shares as a grant at $58.74 per share, classified as a compensation-related acquisition under transaction code A.

How many Commerce Bancshares shares does Kevin G. Barth own directly after the grant?

After the reported grant, Kevin G. Barth directly owns 89,007 shares of Commerce Bancshares Common Stock. This total reflects the impact of the 44,262-share award disclosed in the Form 4 filed for the transaction dated July 1, 2026.

What indirect Commerce Bancshares holdings are reported for Kevin G. Barth on the Form 4?

The Form 4 lists several indirect holdings: 24,256 shares through an executive compensation plan, 15,512 shares held by his spouse, and 50,935 shares in a 401(k) account. These positions are categorized as indirect ownership in Commerce Bancshares stock.

What is the reported value per share for the CBSH stock grant to Kevin G. Barth?

The reported value per share for the Commerce Bancshares stock grant is $58.74. This price is used as the award value for the 44,262 Common Stock shares granted to Executive Vice President Kevin G. Barth on July 1, 2026.