Mercantile Reports Q4 Revenue of $62.1M, Beating Expectations
Reports Q4 revenue $62.1M, consensus $61.98M. Reports Q4 CET1 capital ratio 11.30%. Reports Q4 tangible book value per share $36.78. Reports Q4 CET1 capital ratio .23%. "We are very pleased to report another year of solid financial performance amid the prolonged and continuing period of uncertain macro-economic conditions," said Ray Reitsma, president and CEO of Mercantile. "Our robust financial results were driven by net interest income expansion, a steady net interest margin, notable increases in treasury management fees, mortgage banking income, and payroll services fees, a reduced provision for credit losses, lower federal income tax expense, solid local deposit growth, and ongoing strength in asset quality and capital measures. We lowered our loan-to-deposit ratio through local deposit generation, and we will remain focused on building our local deposit base to fund anticipated asset growth. We were also pleased to complete the acquisition of Eastern Michigan Financial Corporation on December 31, 2025, and look forward to working with our new colleagues to bring an expanded suite of financial solutions to clients and prospects in East and Southeast Michigan."
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Mercantile Bank (MBWM) Completes Eastern Michigan Bank Acquisition, Reports $22.8M Q4 Net Income
- Acquisition Completed: Mercantile Bank successfully completed the acquisition of Eastern Michigan Bank on December 31, 2025, aiming to support the company's strategic objectives around deposit and loan growth, margin stability, and asset quality, which is expected to enhance its competitive position in the market.
- Strong Financial Performance: The bank reported a net income of $22.8 million for Q4 2025, translating to $1.40 per diluted share, reflecting a 16.3% increase from $19.6 million and $1.22 per diluted share in Q4 2024, indicating sustained profitability.
- Loan and Deposit Growth: Over the past five years, Mercantile Bank achieved a compounded annual deposit growth rate of 9.2% and a loan growth rate of 8.6%, with total loan commitments reaching $297 million and commitments for commercial and residential construction loans at $271 million by year-end 2025, both marking historical highs.
- Optimistic Future Outlook: The company projects annualized loan growth of 5% to 7% for each quarter in 2026, driven by a robust commercial loan pipeline and disciplined expense management, although cost savings from the acquisition are not expected until 2027.

Mercantile Bank (MBWM) Declares $0.39 Quarterly Dividend, 2.6% Increase
- Dividend Increase: Mercantile Bank declares a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per share, marking a 2.6% increase from the previous $0.38, demonstrating the company's ongoing commitment to stable cash flow and shareholder returns.
- Earnings Beat: The bank reported a GAAP EPS of $1.40, exceeding market expectations by $0.03, indicating a strengthening profitability driven by effective cost control and revenue growth strategies.
- Revenue Performance: Mercantile Bank achieved quarterly revenue of $62.1 million, surpassing expectations by $120,000, showcasing its ability to maintain robust revenue growth in a competitive market environment, which enhances investor confidence.
- Dividend Payment Schedule: The dividend is payable on March 18, with a record date of March 6 and an ex-dividend date also on March 6, ensuring timely returns for shareholders and further enhancing the company's appeal among investors.






