Burke & Herbert to Acquire LinkBancorp in $354.2M All-Stock Deal
Burke & Herbert (BHRB) and LinkBancorp (LNKB) announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Burke & Herbert will acquire LINK in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $354.2M or $9.38 per share of LINK common stock, based on a closing price for Burke & Herbert's common stock of $69.45 as of December 17, 2025. Under the terms of the definitive merger agreement, which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies, holders of LINK common stock will have the right to receive 0.1350 shares of Burke & Herbert common stock for each share of LINK common stock. Existing Burke & Herbert shareholders are expected to own approximately 75% of the outstanding shares of the combined company and LINK shareholders are expected to own approximately 25%. Based on Burke & Herbert's current quarterly cash dividend rate, the exchange will be neutral to the cash dividends currently paid to LINK shareholders. Two members of the LINK board of directors will join the Company's board of directors upon the closing of the transaction. In addition to those directors, Andrew Samuel will also join the board of directors of Burke & Herbert Bank upon closing of the transaction and serve as a Senior Advisor. Additionally, LINK executives will join the Burke & Herbert executive management team, with Carl Lundblad to be appointed as Executive Vice President and Brent Smith as Pennsylvania Market Leader. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and approvals of Burke & Herbert's and LINK's common shareholders.
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- Legal Investigation Launched: Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating SkyWater Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:SKYT) for its sale to IonQ, involving $15.00 in cash and $20.00 in IonQ common stock, potentially violating fiduciary duties to shareholders, urging them to contact the firm to enforce their rights.
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Burke & Herbert Financial Services Acquires LINKBANCORP in $354M All-Stock Deal
- Earnings Highlights: Burke & Herbert Financial Services reported a Q4 GAAP EPS of $1.98 and revenue of $86.55 million, indicating stability in revenue growth despite challenges posed by deteriorating loan quality.
- Loan Quality Concerns: The company faces risks related to declining loan quality, which could impact future financial performance, particularly during the integration period post-acquisition, leading to increased uncertainty.
- Acquisition Deal: Burke & Herbert announced the acquisition of LINKBANCORP in an all-stock deal valued at $354 million, aimed at expanding market share and enhancing competitiveness, although market reactions have been cautious.
- Market Reaction: While the acquisition may offer long-term growth potential, short-term uncertainties and loan quality issues could exert pressure on the stock price, prompting investors to closely monitor subsequent developments.
